V.P. of Operations

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QUALIFICATIONS PROFILE

Remarkably astute, competent, and accomplished executive offering more than 20 years of comprehensive achievements within Operations, Supply Chain Management, Business Development, and Purchasing. Excel in applying innovative, state-of-the-art concepts to reduce costs and increase efficiency. Proficient in developing performance-based, cost-effective solutions through aggressive negotiation coupled with comprehensive skills in incorporating innovative management techniques that result in enhanced business practices as well as increased productivity and profits. Show competency in leading multi-functional teams and completing projects within time and budget constraints. Establish long-term quality relationships focused on teamwork, service level, and cost containment. Proven ability in working effectively even in competitive, challenging, and stressful situations.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

- Supply Chain Analysis and Logistics - Project Management and Operations

- Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma Techniques - Strategic Planning / Process Improvement

- Product Ideation and Innovation - Cost Optimization and Control

- Leadership, Training, and Teambuilding - Superior Interpersonal / Presentation Skills

- Time Management and Prioritization - Outstanding Customer Relations

- Problem Resolution and Decision Making - Organized with Strong Analytical Abilities

- Articulate Oral and Written Communication - Multitasking in Fast-Paced Environments

- Plastics Recycling Systems - Injection and Structural Foam Molding

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

- Recognized as a lead inventor and patent pending for a proprietary plastic manufacturing system

- Initiated the development and copyright of a pricing trend predictor for HDPE, which achieved consistent savings by predicting price volatility trends

- Successful in yielding 25 to 30% redeployment and retraining through consistent optimization of labor

- Attained greater than 20% improvement for dramatically increasing efficiencies

- Served as a senior member of multiple ERP implementation teams that installed systems such as Navision, SAP, I-Control, Great Plains, and Manufacturing Knowledge by Computer Associates

- Innovated Psychometric testing systems to foster team dynamics toward achievement of corporate goals

- Obtained 94% retention rate overall by installing highly effective management systems

- Formulated self directed work team principles enabling zero defect methodologies that yielded superior quality

- Devised intensive training programs that yielded a 74% versatility factor among all skill levels

- Generated more than $10 million in cost savings and avoidances and purchased 500+ million lbs of thermoplastics

- Cost-effectively saved 20 to 30% by sponsoring several suppliers to obtain automotive specification approvals

- Boosted up efficiency, reduced SKUs, and significantly decreased cost by developing standardized purchase specifications for all plastics that identified key opportunities

- Cut down scrap by 3%, increased efficiency by 5%, and created the master process compliance program through the development of thermoplastic formulations

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS 2006–PRESENT

SUNDANCE PRODUCTS GROUP - GAINESVILLE, GA

- Played a key role in launching a proprietary manufacturing operation for a new plastic recycling facility

- Directed and coordinated daily operational business aspects focusing on staffing, engineering, budgeting, project management, information technology, and production

- Achieved quality and productivity standards by designing and implementing engineering improvements

- Conceptualized a new product profile to meet customer expectations and to provide total satisfaction

Notable Contributions:

- Reduced Manufacturing cost 58%

- Maximized hourly rates and monthly volume rates by 70%

- Boosted up labor utilization “earned hours” by 68%

OPERATIONS / PURCHASING / MATERIALS / QUALITY / LOGISTICS MANAGER 1995–2006

U.S. FENCE CORPORATION - FLINT, MI

- Assumed various duties and responsibilities within a structural plastic injection molding company ensuring proper performance

- Administered the entire purchasing budget including raw materials and MRO items and oversaw cost reduction initiatives resulting in significant cost to market improvement

- Established and implemented initial blueprint for quality assurance program

SENIOR BUYER 1987–1995

GILREATH MANUFACTURING - HOWELL, MI

- Effectively managed all supplier operations for a plastics injection molding manufacturing company

- Primarily held responsible for all materials in producing automotive product line

EDUCATION

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ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE IN BUSINESS AND PARALEGAL STUDIES

- Lansing Community College, Lansing, MI

COURSEWORK IN PARALEGAL STUDIES

- Eastern Michigan University, Ypsilanti, MI

FRENCH LESSONS, PRIVATE TUTOR

- The Learning Center, Flint, MI

BACHELOR PROGRAM IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

- University of Michigan, Flint, MI

SELECTED COURSEWORK IN MATH

- Mott Community College, Flint, MI

PROFESSIONAL TRAINING

- Kaizen & 5s Analysis, Storck Management Consulting

- Global Source Management, American Management Association

- Microcellular Plastics, University of Toronto

- Team Goal Setting, MTC

- Active Listening, The Solomon Paradigm

- Total Quality Management, Mott Community College

- Total Quality Planning, Lansing Community College

- Accounting, University of Michigan-Flint

- Finance, Donald C. Smith & Associates

- VA/VE, Institute of Value Management

- Highly Effective Purchasers, Dr. Laura M. Birou

- Structural Foam Manufacturing, Caropreso & Associates

- Team Building, Lansing Community College

- Enterprise Resource Planning, SAP

- Interactive Management, Development Dimensions International

SPECIALIZED TRAINING:

5s Organization - Kan-Ban Pull Systems - Air Induction Systems - Injection Molding Systems - Patent Development

Thermoplastic Blend Matrix Formulation - Utility Procurement - Thermoplastic Property Testing and Evaluation

Telecommunication Procurement - Capital Procurement - Rail Car Logistic and Lease Management - Thermoplastic Gravimetric and Volumetric Mixing Systems - MRP/ERP Implementation - Business and Contract Law

Unionized Working Environment Management - Work Cell Set Up and Plant Staffing

CERTIFICATIONS

- Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) Certificate, Institute of Supply Management: since 1995

- Interactive Management Certificate, Development Dimensions International: 2006

- Lean Champion Certificate, Michigan Manufacturing Technology Center: 2005

- Certified as a first responder and trained in CPR by the Red Cross

ACTIVITIES

- Taught martial arts for 15 years, 8-time champion in competition and 3-time grand champion

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