Project Manager

• Feb 2021 - Present

Sr. Project Management Lead

• May 2019 - May 2020

• Directed supply chain project management initiatives from conceptualization through development, implementation, and launch leading to $1.7M in annual run rate savings in 2019.• Defined timelines, budgets, KPIs, deliverables, and milestones in tandem with cross function teams• Created and implemented new monthly reporting process and standards to raise awareness of high-profile project milestones and roadblocks resulting in enhanced cross-functional team alignment.• Defined and tracked metrics and regularly communicated project status and progress towards key milestones and escalated to upper management major roadblocks with potential solutions

Product Manager

• Sep 2018 - May 2019

• Led global product strategy, product line positioning, new product development, product life cycle management, and ongoing support initiatives for $30M furniture product lines• Developed, implemented and monitored distribution and pricing strategies for mobile storage and contract furniture lines leading to enhanced margins and reduced carrying costs• Worked collaboratively with multiple functions, including operations, engineering, marketing, sales and finance to maximize the growth, development, and return on investment of the product portfolio.• Developed inventory policies and established accountability for tactical and strategic results through effective reporting, monitoring and cross-functional engagement resulting in an 18% reduction in inventory

Program Manager

• Dec 2016 - Apr 2018

• Develop project schedules and project plans for all approved product development projects and hold regularly scheduled meetings to drive projects through company Stage Gate product development and project management process. • Lead new product development programs with full P&L responsibility for multiple product categories to support revenue and profit targets in existing and new product lines leading to $5M incremental revenue increase in FY 2017.• Created and implemented new monthly reporting process and standards to raise awareness of high profile project milestones and roadblocks resulting in enhance cross-functional alignment.• Present updates, insights, challenges, risks and recommendations to Senior Leadership governance boards to gain approval and continuance of new product initiatives.• Drove 2017 cost reduction initiatives using lean methodologies resulting in $1M in annual savings in rehabilitation and active aging product lines without compromising customer value proposition. • Manage relationships and processes with suppliers and engineering to ensure cost competitiveness, timely delivery, optimum quality and uninterrupted supply to customers and dealers.

Product Line Manager

• Jun 2014 - Dec 2016

• Lead new product development programs and initiatives with full P&L responsibility for multiple product categories to support revenue and profit targets in existing and new product lines. • Launched and lead divisional Project Management office. Established new project and product management process to bring consistency, repeatability and accountability to new product development initiatives saving $100K in training costs in 2014. • Develop 5 year product roadmaps along with appropriate technical, financial, resource, risk, capacity and market justifications.• Lead cross-functional teams to develop new product in an efficient and effective manner while attaining identified budget and introduction targets• Develop project schedules for all approved product development projects and hold regularly scheduled meetings to drive projects through company Stage Gate product development and project management process. • Establish and monitor staff performance and development goals, assign accountabilities, set objectives, determine priorities, conduct performance appraisals and administered salary adjustments with the goal of attracting, retaining, developing and motivation top quality personnel.

Product Manager

• 2009 - 2014

Developed new product requirements including product costs, pricing, positioning, packaging and necessary justifications. Identified and developed products resulting in superior customer value, technological advantages and patent control while successfully maintaining profit targets. Created and implemented cost optimization strategies across multiple product lines saving over $2M in COGS in 2012-2013 and a projected $3M in 2014. Managed P&L responsibility for multiple product categories while developing product roadmaps to support revenue and profit targets in existing and new product lines. Effectively led cross-functional teams to create, price, source, position, market and launch new products and brands for emerging markets resulting in $300,000 in incremental revenue growth in 2013.Successfully managed multiple retail product lines encompassing 60% of corporate revenue with an average of 10% year over year growth in the fast paced consumer electronics industry.Influenced corporate investment in new business strategies and products in adjacent markets resulting in $3M of incremental growth in FY 2011-2012 by building, presenting and defending business cases to senior management.

Senior Product Manager

• Oct 2001 - Jan 2009

Increased product sales 125% in a 12 month period, with the development of a new entry level product targeting emerging global market segments. Achieved 4% margin improvement through cost reduction programs in targeted lines in FY 2007.Delivered high impact sales, marketing and new product development campaigns resulting in a 3% market share growth in automotive adhesive market over two years.Managed regional sales managers across North America. Collaborated effectively to develop sales and marketing strategies to grow 2007 aftermarket automotive windshield adhesive market share from 2-4%