Jiesha Altidor
Canton, MI 623-***-**** ******.*******@*****.*** Linked In
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Forward-thinking, results-driven Supply Chain & Materials leader with 20+ years of experience spanning aerospace, automotive, and high-mix manufacturing. Strong track record of building repeatable launch/readiness processes, improving line-of-sight from material position to build/output targets, and leading cross-functional teams to resolve pacing-part and delivery constraints. Hands-on expertise in supplier development, quality governance, and continuous improvement, with advanced capability in executive reporting and performance analytics (Power BI). CORE COMPETENCIES
Clear-to-Launch / Launch Readiness RFQ / BOM Sourcing Strategy Materials & Parts Flow Visibility Supplier Audits & Compliance (ISO 9001 / IATF 16949) Pacing Parts / Constraint Management Executive Communication & Cadence Reviews Supply Chain Disruption Analysis & Recovery Continuous Improvement / Six Sigma Cross-Functional Leadership Inventory & Demand Alignment Supplier Performance & Development Negotiation & Strategic Sourcing PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Pace Industries - Novi, MI
Director of Supplier Development / Purchasing Aug 2021 - Present
• Implemented full Supplier Performance Rating System in Power BI for 1,900+ vendors representing $400M in spend to support vendor negotiations, consolidation, and development across quality, price, delivery, and service; delivered 58% supplier consolidation and $150K recouped from suppliers due to cost of poor quality in year one.
• Launched Supplier Audit Program and updated Supplier Manual, processes, and procedures to ensure adherence to ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 requirements, reduce risk, and drive process improvement.
• Partnered with 14 sites to complete ISO/IATF audits for Purchasing and Vendor Management, resulting in zero non- conformances/corrective actions for these areas.
• Established a new launch process and stakeholder communication cadence, aligning key stakeholders on launch goals and organizational requirements including compliance expectations, sourcing lead-time requirements, and RFQs for key BOM items.
• Launch Manager for a $50M Program. Successfully launched the second-source program with technical and commercial reviews through final source selection and sustaining post-selection performance to achieve lead time at quoted levels and a zero-defect launch (no customer defects identified). Honeywell Aerospace - Phoenix, AZ
Senior Customer Operations Manager Mar 2021 - Jul 2021
• Executed integrated supply chain strategy for largest OEM customer (Boeing Commercial; ~$1B annual revenue) across four major sites, ensuring demand/supply alignment and delivery execution.
• Maintained 96% OTD (On-Time Delivery) and increased supply chain visibility to 13 weeks to proactively identify and mitigate delivery risk.
• Led production rate readiness assessments and drove actions necessary to improve overall performance across four sites.
Jiesha Altidor
Canton, MI 623-***-**** ******.*******@*****.*** Linked In
• Partnered closely with Customer, internal Sourcing, Procurement, Operations, Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, Strategic Transformation, and Customer Business teams to drive delivery excellence and long-term part health. Honeywell Aerospace - Phoenix, AZ
Senior Site Delivery Specialist Mar 2020 - Feb 2021
• Removed barriers and led regular readiness meetings with manufacturing sites, suppliers, and procurement to verify material availability aligned with manufacturing schedules and customer need dates.
• Fully recovered Boeing Commercial orders by end of 2020 with zero past dues and 100% OTTR after MPS realignment due to COVID-19 impacts.
• Prioritized past dues and cleared part shortages, driving 87% ($26M) reduction in APU past dues and 90% reduction in spares past due.
• Performed 13-week forward look to predict on-time delivery performance and mitigate pacing-part risk; supported production rate readiness execution.
Honeywell Aerospace - Phoenix, AZ
Lead Supplier Recovery Specialist Nov 2018 - Feb 2020
• Represented Honeywell on-site at suppliers to remove barriers and improve on-time delivery through direct engagement with supplier leadership.
• Led cross-functional teams to drive improvements for on-time delivery, past-due PO recovery, and sub-tier management.
• Validated forecasts, secured PO acknowledgements, and improved line-of-balance and past due health to support production needs.
World Vision International - Petion-Ville, Haiti
Head of Supply Chain Dec 2016 - Sep 2018
• Managed Procurement, Asset Management, Administration, IT, Fleet, Facilities Maintenance, and Government Relations for 50+ staff within a $20M organization.
• Led implementation of automated source-to-pay (COUPA) managing $10M annually, driving adoption and governance.
• Implemented cloud-based asset tracking for $6M+ of assets across 30+ locations; led training and change management to strengthen operational readiness.
• Oversaw $500K construction project (budget ownership, vendor selection, supervision/inspection) to ensure build to specification.
Samaritan's Purse - Leogane, Haiti
Program Manager - Logistics Aug 2013 - Nov 2016
• Oversaw procurement, inventory, fleet management, and IT for 20+ staff supporting 8 programs and ~$4M of inventory.
• Coordinated and mobilized resources for DC-8 relief deployments and surge staffing following Hurricane Matthew.
• Worked with government officials to remove clearance barriers for time-sensitive relief supplies and equipment. General Electric Lighting - Cleveland, OH
Operations Leader Nov 2010 - Jul 2013
• Facilitated shipments to customers totaling $25M+ annually with 98.5% on-time delivery. Jiesha Altidor
Canton, MI 623-***-**** ******.*******@*****.*** Linked In
• Reduced inventory 25% by improving forecast alignment to customer demand, focusing buyers on top-dollar items, and tightening supplier production schedule management.
• Provided operational support for NPI launches through supplier capacity planning and manufacturing readiness reviews, enabling $20M in sales.
• Ensured minimal supply disruption and protected $4.4M in quarterly sales through rapid cross-functional coordination after a major supplier shutdown.
• Trained 30+ cross-functional employees on NPI/launch process roles and key actions required to launch products successfully and on time.
General Electric Lighting - Cleveland, OH
Lead Quality Engineer May 2008 - Oct 2010
• Provided Quality/NPI support for three product lines totaling $100M+ in sales.
• Issued 100+ Part Approval Warrants (PAW) by validating supplier processes and documentation supporting 98%+ production yields.
• Reduced Quality Hold inventory dollars 82% ($449K) by resolving defects and dispositioning suspect inventory.
• Led cross-functional team to achieve ISO 9001Certification at two sites to ensure Quality System was in place to deliver world class products.
• Managed supplier’s factory move to guarantee no interruptions in service occurred due to quality for 460+ SKUs supporting Product Lines with $100M in sales.
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS & TRAINING
• IATF 16949 Internal Auditor Certified AIAG 2025
• Six Sigma Black Belt General Electric 2008
• APICS Certification General Electric 2006
• Operations Management Leadership Program General Electric 2006
• Crotonville Leadership Training General Electric 2005
• B.S. Industrial Engineering Purdue University 2004
• Additional Training: New Director Training (Pace) Profitable Negotiation (Honeywell) Creative Contention
(Honeywell) Change Management (World Vision) Hostile Environment Awareness (World Vision) Basic Security Field Training (Samaritan's Purse) Conflict Resolution (GE)