Analytical, innovative and accomplished operations professional with an exemplar

y track record of achievement and success in a broad range of supply chain manag
ement functions. Strategic thinker with demonstrated skill and leadership experi
ence in the full supply chain cycle including inventory control, forecast and de
mand analysis, transportation, order fulfillment, and customer service. Proven e
xpertise in utilizing fact-based, process-oriented approach towards reaching agg
ressive goals in support of cost, profit, customer service and organizational ob
jectives. Adept in technical, analytical, and statistical abilities and recogniz
ed for strong critical thinking skills. Mentor and team leader with strong work
ethic, positive outlook, and ability to communicate effectively in diverse group
s.
* Proven track record of continuous improvement initiatives targeted at increas
ing productivity, cost effectiveness, product lead-times and overall profitabili
ty.
* Strategic thinker with demonstrated success in managing forecasting and deman
d trends, reducing risk and liability and enhancing company's standing with cust
omers.
* Strong business and financial acumen with the ability to manage operating exp
enses in accordance with established budgets.
* Demonstrated experience in facilitating continuous process improvement initia
tives that increase operational efficiencies and promote a positive workplace en
vironment conducive to skill development and increased productivity.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
* SUPPLY CHAIN OPERATIONS
* DEMAND MANAGEMENT
* CONTRACT MANUFACTURING
* PLANNING & SCHEDULING
* METRICS DEFINITION
* COST CONTAINMENT
* INVENTORY CONTROL
* FORECASTING
* ERP SYSTEMS
* VENDOR MANAGEMENT
* BUDGET MANAGEMENT
* ESCALATION MANAGEMENT
* PROCESS IMPROVEMENT
* SOX COMPLIANCE
* WAREHOUSE OPERATIONS
* ORDER FULFILLMENT
* STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
KONICA MINOLTA BUSINESS SOLUTIONS, St. Petersburg, FL 2002-Present
Konica Minolta Business Solutions is a leader in advanced imaging and networking
technologies for the desktop to the print shop. Headquartered in Ramsey, NJ, Ko
nica Minolta Business Solutions delivers expert professional services and client
support through an extensive network of direct sales offices, authorized dealer
s, resellers and distribution partners in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Cen
tral America and South America.
Supply Chain Manager (2005-Present)
Lead a broad range of global supply chain and logistics management functions in
achieving revenue, cost, productivity, delivery, and customer service goals. Ove
rsee the $3.6 million operational budget, accountable for the attainment of key
performance metrics and deliverables as part of the demand planning process. Pro
vide the management and direction to a team of business analysts in support of o
rder entry, planning, purchasing and logistics operations.
* Manage the transition of supply chain operations from Oracle 11.5.9 to SAP 4.
7
* Optimize inventory control processes and inventory levels with the implementa
tion of a parts planning system.
* Liaise with Sales, Planning, IT and external suppliers in eliminating bottlen
ecks to meeting shipment and delivery.
* Manage all SOX requirement documentation and test scripts.
* Manage continous improvement of order fulfillment.
* Manage vendor relationship with 3PL for outsourced distribution center.
* Manage end of life cycle for parts in relation to expiring install base.
* Manage new item setup working with Purchasing to ensure proper identification
and warehousing requirements.
Supply Chain Analyst (2002-2005)
Accountable for controlling and maintaining appropriate inventory levels and sys
tem transactions for a $10 million distribution warehouse facility that included
monitoring system alerts and the performance of 1,200 field personnel.
* Reduced production costs by $1 million annually with the consolidation of war
ehouse operations; managed the consolidation and rollout of forward stocking loc
ations that improved inventory accuracy from 91% to 99%.
* Implemented Oracle 11.5.5 for supply chain and worked with all business units
to ensure continuity throughout the system.
* Managed business transition of Canadian operations into Oracle 11.5.5.
* Managed all documentation requirements including process flows, test scripts,
test results and SOP's for Oracle implementation; including upgrade to Oracle 1
1.5.9.
* Determined potential projects for evaluation by the governance committee; def
ined project scope and objectives for presentation to committee and senior manag
ement.
* Developed and recommended RFP for 3PL selection process for parts and supply
distribution.
* Managed the planning and redeployment of forward stocking locations for annua
l savings of $1 million.
TROPICAL SPORTSWEAR INTERNATIONAL CORP., Tampa, FL 1996-2002
Tropical Sportswear designs, manufactures and distributes men's and women's spor
tswear products marketed under multiple brand names in the United States, the Un
ited Kingdom, Ireland, Germany, Mexico, Australia, South Pacific and New Zealand
. Company filed for voluntary Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in December, 2004
.
Director of Operations (2002)
Directed workflow and financial warehouse operations from scheduling daily workl
oads to planning and managing inventory control functions pertaining to material
receiving, stocking, picking and shipping. Responsible for the tracking and rep
orting of cost forecasting, planning and budgeting.
* Coordinated the relocation of the Atlanta warehouse; relocated over 500,000 u
nits with minimal interruption to customer deliveries.
Inventory Manager (1998-2002)
Managed inventory control and warehouse operations with total responsibility for
inventory tracking and control of over 20 million units with over 75,000 SKU's.
Supervised audit and cycle count staff and functions.
* Implemented barcode technology, credited with increasing inventory accuracy r
ates from 90% to 99.5%.
* Reduced order fulfillment turnaround time by 50%; increased monthly warehouse
productivity levels from 90% to 99%.
* Implemented warehouse management system including all process documentation,
SOP's and conducted training.
* Managed the warehouse layout of seasonal and A-B-C classified items for maxim
ized efficiency.
Executive Assistant to CIO (1996-1998)
Assisted senior management in the organization, documentation and execution of e
nterprise-wide processes and projects including the financial responsibility for
the multi-million dollar budget for ERP implementation and the preparation of r
elated financial and KPI reports. Developed weekly project updates with the coll
aboration of outsourced consultants.
* Provided IT support between corporate management and IT helpdesk team.
* Managed the corporate-wide rollout of MS Office Suite.
* Led the implementation of an advance shipment notification system in over 20
locations in the Dominican Republic.
* Managed data requirements and process developments with business units and ou
tside consultants.
* Gathered business unit requirements and developed RFP for system selection of
ERP.
* Prepared and presented monthly steering committee reviews with senior managem
ent.
EDUCATION
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration ? University of Phoenix, Tampa, FL
TECHNICAL SKILLS
MS Office Suite * Visio * MS Project ? Lotus Notes ? Oracle ERP 11.5.9 ? SAP 4.7
? PKMS Warehouse System
Gmail ? Xelus Planning System