Supply Chain Manager

BRAD HILL

Supply Chain Manager

920-***-**** *******.*.****@*******.*** https://www.linkedin.com/in/brad-hill-0ab5621b8/ Oshkosh, WI EXPERIENCE

Production Operations Manager

L&S Electric 07/2024 - 04/2025 Appleton, WI

Developed a new production division to meet the BABA initiative, overseeing facility setup and supply chain flows

Established raw material procurement strategies, inventory systems, and supplier relations for on-time production

Implemented testing and calibration systems, enabling FM audit approval for explosion-proof products

Hired and developed production and supply chain teams, embedding accountability and process ownership

Service and After Market Parts Manager

Utility Sales and Service 03/2022 - 2024 Appleton, WI Directed five departments with 16 personnel, managing supply chain, logistics, and customer service operations

Designed and launched ANSI tracking system, preventing service gaps and recovering lost revenue streams

Raised revenue per hour worked from $130.50 to $152 by refining parts inventory, scheduling, and supply flows

Introduced new technologies to streamline scheduling, delivery, and parts availability

Engineering and Supply Chain Manager

Utility Sales and Service 10/2017 - 03/2022 Appleton, WI Oversaw engineering and supply chain functions, standardizing components and strengthening supplier partnerships Implemented barcode system, improving inventory accuracy by 40% and reducing manual errors

Reduced WIP by $2.5M, boosting liquidity and enabling more agile supply chain execution

Increased gross margins from 11% to 25% through supply chain process improvements and vendor negotiations

Built 3D and hydraulic design and team (Fusion 360, HydroSym) to accelerate engineering workflows and reduce cycle times Business Development Manager

Neilsoft 08/2015 - 10/2017 Neenah, WI

Launched two industrial engineering software platforms in North America

Managing compliance and customer adoption

Electrical Applications Engineer

Arrowhead Conveyor 07/2014 - 08/2015 Oshkosh, WI

Managed full project lifecycle of electrical/mechanical contracts, including vendor negotiations and client delivery

Built supply chain solutions for sourcing and delivery to meet project requirements profitably

SUMMARY

SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT EXECUTIVE

Dynamic supply chain leader with 15+ years of

experience optimizing vendor management,

inventory control, and logistics operations across manufacturing and service environments. Proven

track record of reducing costs, boosting

accuracy, and implementing ERP solutions that

streamline processes and enhance operational

efficiency. Recognized for building high-

performing teams, strengthening compliance,

and driving measurable results.

KEY ACHIEVEMENTS

Successful Software Launch

Launched industrial software platforms

in North America boosting sales by 30%

in 12 months.

Inventory Optimization Success

Implemented inventory system, reducing

errors by 40% and improving accuracy in

operations.

Gross Margin Growth

Increased gross margins by 127%

through vendor negotiations and

process improvements.

Liquidity Enhancement

Achievement

Directed team to reduce work in

progress by $2.5M, enhancing liquidity

and flexibility.

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EXPERIENCE

Electrical Lead Man

PHC 05/2010 - 07/2014 Greenville, WI

Supervised up to 14 electrical professionals, ensuring quality and compliance

Implemented a Kanban system to improve departmental efficiency Coordinated assembly, testing, and delivery to meet customer specifications

Electrical Assembler

Nercon 08/2006 - 05/2010 Oshkosh, WI

Supported production by assembling and testing electrical systems Audited inventory quarterly, enhancing accuracy and accountability Interpreted blueprints to ensure compliance and customer satisfaction EDUCATION

M.S. in Operations and Supply Management

UW Stout 05/2012 - 12/2014 Menomonie, WI

B.S. in Industrial Management

UW Stout 01/2010 - 05/2012 Menomonie, WI

A.S. in Electromechanical Technology

Fox Valley Technical College 08/2007 - 12/2009 Oshkosh, WI SKILLS

Agile Adobe CC ANSI

Assembler Autodesk Fusion 360

AutoCAD AutoCAD Electrical ERP

Kanban Microsoft Office

Microsoft Power Point

Microsoft Project NetSuite

Photoshop PLC SAGE Six Sigma

Value Stream Mapping Visio

Primavera Illustrator AutoCAD 2D

Acrobat

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