Supply Chain Inventory Management
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STEPHEN TRAIL
Kingston, TN ***** ***(***)**** / ************@***.***
SUMMARY AND PROFILE
Director of Supply Chain with over 25 years of extensive expertise in procurement, sourcing, warehousing, logistics, and team building, recognized for spearheading supply chain optimization projects and achieving significant reductions in inventory levels. Skilled in leading cross-functional teams and mentoring emerging leaders, with a proven track record of saving up to 50% in strategic procurement negotiations. Implemented more than 6 ERP systems throughout career and optimized more ERP/MRP systems. Passionate about leveraging leadership and analytical skills to drive growth and operational efficiency in dynamic environments. Experienced in FDA, GMP, and ISO requirements and passionately pursues a culture of Safety.
High performance leader, Vice-President Level, Mentoring, Team Building, Auditing, Cost-Savings, Procurement, Sourcing Initiatives, Leadership, Lead by Example, Analytical, Passionate, Fast-Learner, Open to try new things, Responsible, Able to manage multiple projects concurrently.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Kelvion Products Inc., Knoxville, TN
Director of Supply Chain
2023 – 2025
Directed the Procurement, Sourcing, Planning, Inventory, Warehousing, and Logistics functions for a 6-facility operation.
Expanded the supply chain team from by 150% to help support the company’s rapid growth rate of over 150% in 18 months.
In the first 6 months, inventory was reduced by 25% through proper planning processes, and reduced stock out instances from 17 in the previous year to only 2.
Received the company’s Leadership Award, “Lead by Example,” in the first year.
Built cross-functional teams across multiple positions and mentored many emerging leaders.
Implemented advanced forecasting methods, leading to improved inventory accuracy and noticeable increase in timely product availability.
Fostered cross-functional collaboration, empowering teams to drive strategic initiatives that supported a rapid growth trajectory of over 150%.
Analyzed logistics performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement that resulted in measurable gains in delivery efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Cultivated a culture of leadership development, mentoring emerging leaders to enhance team decision-making and operational effectiveness.
Iconex, Morristown, TN
Supply Chain & Procurement Director, POS Business
2021 – 2023
Promoted to Director and covered all Procurement activities, in addition to the overall Supply Chain.
Navigated the company to record EBIT through inventory reduction, increased terms with suppliers, and price negotiations.
Managed total sourcing management, including contracts, negotiations, and cost-savings initiatives.
Worked across multiple functions to bring teams and vendors together to realize manufacturing costs of goods savings.
Responsible for systems integration, team development, project deployment, cost reduction, and inventory goals.
Directed the team that had a $400M+ annual raw material spend and pushed for cost reductions, worked with vendors, and fostered relationships across many platforms.
At a leadership level, I served as the subject-matter expert in all things related to Supply Chain Planning, Inventory Control, and Execution.
Nominated to be one of 2 global employees enrolled in the leadership development program to groom future executives.
Analyzed sourcing data to identify savings opportunities, delivering over $300k in savings withing the first 6 months.
Iconex, Morristown, TN
North America Supply Chain and Operational Planning Manager
2019 – 2021
Managed procurement, scheduling, data entry, and supply chain for 10 locations in North America.
Led a team of 17 Planners, Buyers, Schedulers, and System Analysts across 5 locations.
Responsible for keeping PPV within budget parameters and negotiating better pricing on purchased materials to generate cash for the business
Developed and implemented SIOP processes throughout the locations and mentored team members weekly.
Awarded by peers and leaders multiple times, including Service, Sanitation, Quality and Safety recognitions.
Analyzed shipment performance data, driving a 10% increase in one-time delivery rates and strengthening customer satisfaction in the first year.
PolyOne Corporation, Clinton, TN
Supply Chain Manager, Producer Services
2017 – 2019
Managed procurement, scheduling, and total supply chain for consignment manufacturing for Tennessee Facility that operated 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Managed supply chain for three satellite facilities in US and Mexico.
Responsibilities included, budgeting production, invoicing settlements, and pursuing customer service goals with key customers.
Achieved division-wide goals and objectives while working on multiple projects to help change the face of our business as we grew and expanded to meet the market’s expectations.
Employed to establish a lasting cohesive business relationship with key customers that accounted for 2/3 of the facility’s volume.
Managed key customer supply chain in North America.
Served as subject-matter expert for budgeting production, invoicing settlements, and pursuing customer service goals with key customers.
TBT, Inc., Knoxville, TN
Owner/Operator
2012 – 2017
Hired, trained, and managed a team of 14 janitorial professionals across 20 locations.
Purchasing and Inventory control of cleaning products,
Monthly Budgeting, Invoicing Clients, Scheduling staff and Payroll.
Successful for 5 years and then sold the business.
10+ Years of further experience and positions available upon request
EDUCATION AND OTHERS
Lincoln Memorial University, Harrogate, TN 2007
Master’s Degree in Business Administration / Finance
Tennessee Technological University, Cookeville, TN 1997
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration / Management Information Systems
Certification
CPIM / Certified in Production and Inventory Management
APICS, Association for Operations Management 2005
Available to discuss further Achievements, Skills, Experience, and References are available.
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