Operations Manager or Supply Chain Manager

Management Professional Franchise Owner * Plant & Operations Management * Supply Chain * Military *Strong communication skills with customers and suppliers in numerous industries *Demonstrates an understanding of supply chain with emphasis on quality, materi al flow and operational processes *Excels in analyzing and adjusting work proced ures for maximum efficiency *Hands on experience with installation of automated equipment *Employs daily tracking metrics to measure and communicate performance against objectives *Enforces discipline to maximize the efficiency of MRP syste ms Educational Background M.B.A., Master of Business Administration, October 1, 2009 Union University - Jackson, TN Duke Leadership Challenge, 2007 Duke University - 40 hour management course B.S., Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics, 1995 Purdue University of Fort Wayne, IN A.A.S., Associates in Applied Science in Computer Science, 1993 Purdue University of Fort Wayne, IN Professional Experience AAMCO Transmissions, Inc., Huntsville, AL, 2009 - Present, President/Owner Redirected marketing, training and capital equipment to align with changing bran d image, market conditions and corporate strategy to provide total car care. In creased business to business sales through networking in the Madison County Cha mber of Commerce and Home Builders Association. Staffed for absentee ownership or potential sale. ABB Power T&D, Alamo, TN, 2005 - 2009, Supply Chain Manager To support the manufacture of power transmission and distribution components, I directed the purchase of $40 million in various electrical components from over 100 suppliers from around the world. By combining domestic supplier performance and low cost country savings objectives I replaced eight poor performers for a direct savings of $5 million. Despite the increased lead time, I reduced invent ory from 10% to 8% of revenue. As the manager of shipping, receiving and logistics I teamed with Fedex Freight to improve crate design to reduce damage in a cost effective manner. I document ed best practices of over 50 suppliers both domestic and international while per forming quality and environmental audits. The international audits included the United States customs compliance program(CT-PAT). This role required a high le vel of cooperation and teamwork with the engineering and quality departments. AL-FE Heat Treating, Defiance, OH (2000 - 2005) Plant Manager (2002 - 2005) I was promoted from the oldest facility to manage a Greenfield Tier 1 Heat Treat ment operation dedicated to General Motors engine blocks. This included a hands on rolls in Advance Product Qualification Process(APQP), Production Part Approv al Process(PPAP), and ISO/TS16949 Certification for the launch of in-line four a nd five cylinder engine block program. I also ensured OSHA compliance in the bu ilding and installation of the production equipment. After certification, I hir ed and trained all employees on the use of automated material handling, touch sc reen controls and furnace equipment. A fundamental understanding of metallurgy was a must for this position. Ultimately, I was the primary contact to the General Motors foundry for all prod uction and quality activities. In these areas I out-performed all five other di visions in quality and delivery metrics from start up until leaving that positio n. AL-FE Heat Treating, Operations Manager, Columbia City, IN (2000 - 2002)

Promoted to Plant Manager I supervised production and maintenance activity on three shifts using six style s of furnaces to serve a customer base of over 200 across aluminum and ferrous p roducts. Within twelve months of hire I improved the internal safety audit score from 54 to 91 in the role of OSHA compliance officer. Colwell industries, Kendallville, IN, Colorcurve Division, 1995 - 2000 Production Manager (1997 - 2000) I Supervised the custom color matching department and provided extensive technic al sales support as well as purchasing. I applied analytical, logistical and le adership skills in the manufacture and delivery of technical color standards for customers include Nike, M&M/Mars, Hewlett Packard and two Big Ten Universities . I reduced Nike program cycle time by fifty percent while increasing profit ma rgin 30% and providing Nike with a 20% cost reduction through incentive based pr icing. Cost Estimator (1995 - 1997) promoted to Production Manager I calculated project costs for marketing tools for the paint industry based on a complete understanding of the production process. I also provided direct sales and customer support to the major paint companies, providing ideas for cost eff iciencies within their respective marketing tools. Towne Air Freight, Fort Wayne, IN, 1992 - 1995 Dispatcher, weeknights 3:30 PM to 1:00 AM I supervised freight pickups for 35 local route drivers as well as nightly hub o peration where approximately 2,500 packages were transacted between 12 cities fo r this regional Less Than Truckload (LTL) freight carrier. Critical thinking an d a high degree of composure were a must in this fast paced environment. Military U.S. Army 1987 - 1991: Unit Supply Specialist Indiana National Guard 1991 - 1995: Battalion Supply (Corporal E-4) Awards: Army Commendation Medal, Army Achievement Medal (4), Humanitarian Service Award, Good Conduct Award, Driver Safety Training and Technical Experience I possess a strong knowledge of computer fundamentals with advanced knowledge of MS Office Suite, Syteline MRP Software and statistical analysis, Focus Business Software. I also have a working knowledge of numerous raw materials including plastic and metal forming materials and processes.