Executive Supply Chain Leader - 25+ Years Driving Operational

Sergio Narciso

Winchester, VA ***** 203-***-**** ************@*****.*** LinkedIn:

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Professional Summary

Executive Supply Chain Leader with 25+ years optimizing end-to-end operations across aerospace, medical devices, genomics, and food manufacturing. Expert in SIOP/S&OP, ERP/WMS deployment, operational transitions, vendor management, and digital transformation. Known for building high-performing teams, lifting service levels, and delivering multimillion-dollar savings while strengthening resilience and compliance in regulated environments.

Core Skills

• Supply Chain Strategy • SIOP/S&OP • Demand & Supply Planning

• ERP/WMS: SAP S/4HANA, Oracle, NetSuite; Ariba, Coupa, Deltek, Evisort

• Strategic Sourcing • Contract Negotiation • Supplier Performance

• Logistics Optimization • 3PL/Brokers • Cold Chain

• Lean Six Sigma • Continuous Improvement • KPI Analytics

• Compliance: FAR/DFARS, ITAR, AS9100, cGMP/FDA

Experience

Supply/Demand Manager — Desi Fresh Foods

Winchester, VA 10/2025 – Present

• Led transition of operations from New York to the new Winchester manufacturing plant with minimal disruption to production and service.

• Built the supply chain organization from the ground up (hiring, process design, and governance).

• Designed and implemented ERP and WMS to enable Batch-to-Order workflows and end- to-end visibility.

• Developed a monthly SIOP process tailored to batch operations, improving demand visibility and production readiness.

• Established vendor base and partnerships across IT, HR, Facilities, and operations; negotiated terms to improve service and cost.

• Enhanced logistics by sourcing and onboarding new transportation brokers, optimizing freight cost and on-time delivery.

Senior Director, Supply Chain — GeneDx

Gaithersburg, MD 09/2023 – 04/2025

• Led enterprise transformation across procurement, planning, logistics, and supplier quality; managed $100M+ annual spend supporting multi-site clinical labs.

• Centralized procurement with new org design and governance, improving scale, compliance, and cost control.

• Delivered $23M in cost savings while increasing resilience and digital maturity.

• Built preferred supplier network with scorecards and corrective action; standardized terms to reduce total cost of ownership.

• Implemented e-sourcing and procurement automation to streamline RFx and improve cycle time and spend visibility.

• Architected a robust SIOP cadence with executive alignment: +30% forecast accuracy,

−28% inventory holding cost, 98% service level.

• Modeled supplier risk and lead-time volatility; ran scenario plans to reduce E&O exposure and ensure continuity of supply.

• Optimized distribution using 7Bridges; improved carrier selection, routing, and cost-to- serve analytics.

• Integrated vendor/contract lifecycle management into NetSuite for real-time visibility and compliance tracking.

• Deployed AI-enabled logistics for route optimization and cold-chain integrity; owned budget and drove cross-functional alignment; mentored high-performing teams; ensured audit readiness.

Director, Materials Management — GeneDx

Gaithersburg, MD 01/2023 – 09/2023

• Integrated demand planning tools and market intelligence to guide inventory strategy and capacity modeling.

• Applied predictive modeling for variability, optimized safety stock, and maintained continuity of supply during disruptions.

• Balanced service-level targets with carrying-cost constraints to improve working capital.

• Benchmarked supplier performance and inventory turns; strengthened supplier reliability with reviews and scorecards.

• Implemented tiered daily management to escalate risks and sustain rhythm across planning and procurement.

• Drove warehouse optimization to accelerate fulfillment and reduce storage overhead; streamlined MRP/BOM for agility.

Director, Warehouse & Distribution — Sema4 / GeneDx Stamford, CT 03/2022 – 01/2023

• Architected scalable warehouse and distribution operations supporting national logistics and multi-site growth.

• Implemented slotting strategies to optimize space, reduce pick times, and lift throughput across facilities.

• Aligned intake-to-delivery workflows with commercial, clinical, and financial priorities; strengthened daily huddles and feedback loops.

• Drove a culture of continuous improvement; empowered teams with metrics ownership.

• Led category strategies for MRO/consumables/corporate services; applied total cost of ownership for savings.

• Recovered $1M+ in annual savings via IoT tracking, high-density storage, and asset decommissioning; improved inventory turns and reduced E&O.

• Spearheaded ERP (NetSuite) and WMS rollouts across four major facilities. Logistics Warehouse Manager — Danbury Mission Technologies (Arka Group) Danbury, CT 10/2021 – 03/2022

• Led SAP S/4HANA upgrade and UAT with zero-downtime transition and enhanced reliability.

• Standardized workflows and KPIs to strengthen accountability and audit readiness.

• Built SAP Analytics dashboards for executive visibility; implemented SAP Ariba, reducing procurement cycle time by 30%.

• Established agile governance for delivery and lifecycle management. Warehouse Manager — Hologic, Inc.

Danbury, CT 10/2018 – 10/2021

• Automated manufacturing replenishment by integrating Oracle WM with AMRs, boosting efficiency and reducing manual labor.

• Delivered $1.2M annual savings through Lean/Six Sigma process improvements and standardization.

• Managed $150M+ in inventory with controls to minimize obsolescence and optimize holding costs.

• Supported rapid NPIs; maintained >98% inventory accuracy via data-driven cycle counts and audit-ready controls.

Logistics Supervisor — Leonardo DRS

Danbury, CT 12/2014 – 10/2018

• Directed DoD logistics operations; optimized GBL and LTL strategies to achieve >98% on-time delivery domestically and internationally.

• Oversaw lifecycle of GFE, raw materials, and OSP inventory to support zero-loss execution of defense programs.

• Led audits and compliance initiatives; aligned operations to KPIs and industry standards for audit readiness.

• Drove cross-functional collaboration across compliance, procurement, logistics, and program management.

• Ensured 100% compliance with FAR/DFARS, ITAR, AS9100, DCMA/DCAA requirements.

Operations Supervisor & Project — Leonardo DRS

Danbury, CT 01/2012 – 12/2014

• Directed full-spectrum DoD logistics and project activities with >98% on-time delivery.

• Improved asset accountability for GFE, raw materials, and OSP inventory.

• Advanced audit readiness under AS9100/ISO through process controls and documentation.

• Coordinated across compliance, procurement, logistics, and program management; ensured adherence to FAR/DFARS and ITAR.

Manufacturing Specialist II & Continuous Improvement — Leonardo DRS Danbury, CT 04/2007 – 01/2012

• Executed Lean/Six Sigma initiatives to streamline production, reduce waste, and improve cycle times.

• Led time studies, root-cause analysis, and Kaizen events to lift first-pass yield and reduce defects.

• Enhanced SOPs, documentation, and training materials to strengthen process consistency and compliance.

Technician III, Manufacturing Project — Leonardo DRS Danbury, CT 07/2002 – 04/2007

• Machined engineering prototypes to support R&D and new product introductions (NPI), including DT/NDT testing.

• Partnered with engineering on design validation and precision fabrication for advanced systems.

Mechanical Assembler II — Leonardo DRS

Danbury, CT 03/1999 – 07/2002

• Performed precision mechanical assembly to MIL-STD requirements; followed detailed drawings and specifications.

• Collaborated with engineering and QA to resolve build issues; executed inspections and functional tests; maintained traceability and configuration control. Education

Post University — AS in Business Administration (Undergraduate Studies), Danbury, CT 01/2014

Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI) — Undergraduate Studies, Indianapolis, IN 01/1997

University of Massachusetts Amherst — Undergraduate Studies, Amherst, MA 01/1996 Certifications & Awards

• CONNSTEP Continuous Improvement Champion & Six Sigma Green Belt

• OnCon Icon Awards: Top 100 Supply Chain & Procurement Professionals (2024)

• DoD security clearance (Confidential/Top Secret)

• CONNSTEP Certified Lean Facilitator & Trainer

• IBIS Norcross Leadership Development; SMDS Leadership Development (UCF)

• Procurement Strategy Certificate — Cornell University

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