Supply Chain Management
Resume:
Michael Kusuplos
http://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelkusuplos
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SUPPLY MANAGEMENT
Concentrated Expertise in Global Logistics.
Vision-driven management leader with extensive experience in building and leading high-quality, world class logistics and Supply management operations. 15+ years experience in global logistics in companies ranging from $100 million to $5 billion.
• Broad proficiency in determining Total Landed Costs [TLC] and logistics services pricing to insure most efficient and cost effective supply management system. Developed global logistic plan to distribute product reducing annual cost by $15 million off a $125 million budget.
• Up to date in instituting Export and Import programs which fully act in accordance with current regulations: NAFTA, CT-PAT, 10+2, Duty Drawback, et .al. 100% success rate in passing audits. Well versed in international trade requirements for EU, Middle East, South East and South Asia, China, Japan, Brazil.
• Adept at tailoring logistics solutions by coordinating with Production and Marketing to meet customer requirements. Excel at analyzing MRP and ERP data to formulate supply management plans which yield best business practices to meet customer supply demand requirements as well as providing cost effective supply management solutions.
• Recognized as the in-house expert regarding INCOTERMS (international commercial terms) and other International documentation requirements.
• Fully experienced at developing teams of 5-20 (both managers and individual contributors) to focus on common task, establish KPIs, Implemented plan to achieve overall reductions in cost within tight timelines.
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE (Continued)
AREVA Solar Inc. Mountain View, California 2010 - Current
Global Leader in Solar Generated Steam Power utilized in Electrical Generation and industrial applications of steam. $650 Million in annual revenue.
Logistics Manager
Recruited to develop and install a Supply Chain Management System that provides for Lowest Landed Price by enveloping the entire Purchase Order Management Systems that provides the status of all purchases from order placement to delivery to the final destination for all shipments ordered.
• Developed a system of work for the supply management group that provided for a detailed management process of the purchase order at every critical phase from purchase order release to receipt of the materials on a global basis.
• Manage entire logistics function for the shipment of over 2500 container loads of materials from multiple global suppliers to international project job sites. Negotiated directly with both carriers and other logistical service providers for the door to door movement of the products. Collaborated with entire supply management team to obtain the lowest landed pricing for all purchases.
• Developed logistics cost matrix for business development group to provide logistical costs and budgets for project bids.
• Successful in meeting very specific requirements of customer contracts to facilitate the timely filing of a letter of credit and insuring the organization’s cash flow. Demonstrated ability to tailor global logistics packages to meet complete requirements for projects in individual countries.
LEEDO MANUFACTURING COMPANY, East Bernard, Texas 2008 – 2009
One of the nation’s leading manufacturers of cabinetry & countertops for the multifamily housing industry…$70 million in annual revenue
Manager, Logistics Operations
Challenged to lead the turnaround of an underperforming logistics operation experiencing excessive freight costs and cycle times. Assumed management leadership for all budgeting, staffing, contract negotiations, shipping and logistics operations.
• Reduced operating costs by 20% and delivery cycle time by 15% through the introduction of import and load building processes. Instituted key performance indicators, and a transportation management system.
• Implemented lean management practices that reduced waste while adding customer value.
• Fostered communication between logistics and field operations that transformed corporate
culture from a reactive to proactive posture.
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE (Continued)
GUARDIAN INDUSTRIES CORP. Auburn Hills, Michigan 1993 – 2007
One of the world’s largest manufacturer of float glass, fabricated glass product and building materials…$5 billion in annual revenue…16,000 employees within 21 countries
Thirteen-year logistics management career highlighted by increasingly responsible leadership assignments as the company grew from less than $1 billion to over $5 billion annually. Functioned as Guardian’s global supply chain expert. Career highlights include:
Director, Global Logistics / Manager of Global Logistics
Handpicked to establish and build a global supply chain management operation from inception. Assumed leadership for an $80 million operating budget, a staff of 30, all strategic and tactical planning, management/staff recruitment and training, strategic business alliances, supplier sourcing and selection, contract negotiations, material and equipment logistics.
• Identified and secured strategic business alliances with global product and service suppliers.
• Developed and implemented a procurement operation in China to deliver cargo to 25+ distribution centers in the United States and Canada.
• Established and instituted NAFTA and CT-PAT programs for use corporate-wide.
• Collaborated with engineering, manufacturing and finance to negotiate supplier contracts for manufacturing equipment.
• Created and launched a strategic bidding system for supplier network that was adopted for global use.
• Led the bundling of ocean freight purchases, significantly improving pricing and service efficiencies during Asian market currency devaluation.
• Established Key Performance Indicators to effectively monitor supply chain operations.
• Streamlined existing export processes that resulted in an annual tax benefit of $4 million.
• Delivered over $80 million in cost savings during tenure.
Earlier experience:
Freight Services Manager for SB Distribution Systems, Morrow, Georgia, a $55 million public warehouse for manufacturers and distributors of consumer products and goods.
• Facilitated cargo consolidation effort that reduced logistics costs by 10% while boosting profit margins by 15%
Logistics Analyst for Carrier Corporation, Farmington, Connecticut, the world’s largest manufacturer and distributor of heating, ventilating and air-conditioning systems.
• Implemented a load building system, developed a carrier network, and instituted an import program that reduced cycle time by 15%, and saved the company over $800,000 in annual transportation costs.
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EDUCATION & CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Pennsylvania State University, University Park, Pennsylvania, BS, Business Logistics
At Penn State I majored in both the Inventory and Transportation Management Options.
Additional course work:
• International Transportation & Logistics • Supply Chain Management • Pricing Strategy • Negotiation Strategies • Global Procurement & Sourcing • Multisite Operations Management • Supplier Management • US & International Trade Operations • Trade Laws & Customs Compliance • International Trade •
In addition, I am, on a independent basis, continuously updating myself with the always changing global logistics landscape via trade publications and the internet.
Member, Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals
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