dave seidman resume

David S. Seidman, MBA

** *********** ****** ? Geneva, NY 14456

(315) 781-1604h (585) 298-4058c **************@*****.***

Profile

Supply Chain Management • ERP and MRP Systems • Finance

Project Management • Process Development & Implementation

Recognized as an extensively experienced broad-based senior executive showcasing more than fifteen years of success in manufacturing environments managing inventory control, transportation, materials and production plans. Adept at developing innovative warehouse, materials management and inventory control solutions to streamline production initiatives.

Qualifications Summary

A results-driven senior level executive with an exceptional track record and the leadership skills to ensure the effective execution of numerous and simultaneous projects without compromising quality, timeliness and functionality. An expert at improving organizational processes, delivering cost savings and increasing operational efficiencies through standardized procedures, accurate inventory reporting and productivity gains. Key competencies include:

? Inventory Process Improvement ? Contract Negotiations

? Cost Analysis & Budget Management ? Procurement & Transportation

? Root Cause Analysis & Metrics Development ? Systems Integrity and Maintenance

Career Synopsis

Canandaigua Wine, Canandaigua, NY 2002-2006

Director of East Coast Logistics (2004-2006)

Oversaw planning, purchasing, warehousing and distribution/transportation programs for two wineries and three distribution centers of East Coast winery. Managed compliance with organizational dynamics, policies and transactional systems to provide the framework for logistics and materials management systems. Analyzed, monitored and identified issues and problems, including order and shipment activity, production plans and finished goods.

• Directed daily activities of over 70 staff to ensure annual production and shipment of more than 10 million cases of wine.

• Administered an annual operating budget of $3 million.

Director of Materials Management (2002-2004)

Facilitated a complete JDE ERP implementation by conducting system configuration, testing and staff training. Developed reporting tools to track backlogs and measure on time performance. Initiated and led the integration of in-house APICS. Certified in Production & Inventory Management, CPIM, trained personnel and evaluated existing practices to ensure compliance with APICS recommended standards.

• Conducted a detailed Warehouse Management System feasibility study for the East Coast locations; based on the projected payback, the investment in a WMS and the associated hardware was deferred.

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Canandaigua Wine, (continued)

• Principal team participant to evaluate alternative distribution center options, negotiating a three-year contract that resulted in 0% net increase in lease expense and associated costs.

• Developed and implemented a new logistics model in East Coast operations that focused on space utilization, inventory levels and labor efficiencies and resulted in increasing substitute floor storage space utilization by over 15% and decreasing labor and transportation costs.

• Created and implemented a new JDE ERP system to streamline the MRP inventory netting process and maximize inventory storage at multiple branch plants with a workable DRP alternative.

Zotos International, Inc. Geneva, NY 1995-2002

Director of Planning, Inventory Control & Warehousing (2000-2002)

Manager of Planning (1999-2000)

Assistant Manager of Planning (1999-1999)

Master Scheduler (1997-1998)

Managed all aspects of materials management, including production planning, scheduling and inventory purchasing for multiple stores. Established in-house APICS CPIM training for both the planning and purchasing staffs, teaching all five modules. Supported company ISO 9002/9001 certification by developing performance metrics to capture and document vendor performance. Introduced new lean manufacturing concepts. Initiated a Sales and Operations Planning Process to integrate and coordinate demand and supply management.

• Reduced the total finished goods inventory by 50% over a two-year period, resulting in significantly improved inventory turns, space utilization and cash flow.

• Turned $60 million annually in inventory.

• Administered an $800,000 annual operating budget.

• Managed $25 million in annual purchasing expenditures.

• Identified and negotiated approximately $4 million in savings by coordinating all supply chain activities related to the acquisition of a $70 million company into the Geneva production/distribution facility.

• Designed and integrated an Automation of Data Collection System to capture all inventory transactions, resulting in improved inventory accuracy and $200,000 annual productivity gains.

Cost Supervisor (1996-1997)

Senior Financial Analyst (1995-1996)

• Produced all operational variance, inventory and product valuation reports using MAPICS ERP database modules.

• Developed and implemented a comprehensive inventory cycle counting process.

• Collaborated with plant and corporate personnel to implement the MRP II process.

• Developed a comprehensive operational variance system, including variances associated with each of the elements of cost: material, labor and overhead; reported results in a timely manner, allowing corrective action to be taken to ensure operational improvement.

Shepard Niles, Inc. Montour Falls, NY 1992-1995

Accounting Manager

• Responsible for all accounting functions, including general accounting, cost accounting, payroll and budgeting.

• Prepared and produced monthly and annual accounting reports in compliance with the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles to streamline cost accounting, payroll and budgeting initiatives.

• Constructed a strategic financial plan that resulted in improved cash flow and a decreased closing cycle.

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Goulds Pumps, Inc., Seneca Falls, NY Prior to 1992

Panasophic Resource Management System Implementation Team

Manager of General Accounting /Cost Management System Task Team

Foundry Accountant/ Supervisor of Cost Accounting & Estimating

Financial Analyst

• Reporting directly to the controller and managing a staff of 17, provided current status and analysis of company billing, accounts payable and general accounting procedures.

• Evaluated price, production and business trends to forecast the annual budget.

• Served as the primary contact for divisional audits and enforced internal controls to ensure safety of financial data.

Education, Training, Certifications & Membership

Rochester Institute of Technology, Rochester, NY

Master of Business Administration degree in Finance

SUNY Downstate Medical Center, Brooklyn, NY

Bachelor of Science degree in Laboratory Animal Science

SUNY Binghamton, Binghamton, NY

Bachelor of Arts degree in Anthropology & Biology

Training

Total Quality Management

Presentation and Public Speaking

Lean Manufacturing

ISO and ERP: JDE and Mapics

Certifications

CIRM, Certification in Integrated Resource Management

CPIM, Certification in Production & Inventory Management from the American Production and Inventory Control Society (APICS)

Membership

APICS

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