Experience

Horizon Scientific, Inc

• United States
• Biotechnology Research
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Production Manger

  • Aug 2016 - Present

  Summerville SC



TransPar Group

• United States
• Transportation Programs
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Consultant

  • Aug 2015 - Aug 2016

  Charleston SC Applies a variety of analytical tools and methodologies designed to promote an understanding of transportation services for key stakeholders and State/District policy makers. Types of analysis and projects performed include Transportation Logistics Planning and Routing, Transportation Operations and Management, Operations Reviews, Fleet Management Reviews and the implementation and management of Transportation Performance Management Programs. High level of interaction with clients… Show more Applies a variety of analytical tools and methodologies designed to promote an understanding of transportation services for key stakeholders and State/District policy makers. Types of analysis and projects performed include Transportation Logistics Planning and Routing, Transportation Operations and Management, Operations Reviews, Fleet Management Reviews and the implementation and management of Transportation Performance Management Programs. High level of interaction with clients including site visits, client data collection, and the development of core financial, logistical, and demographic analytical models. Project focus is on simplifying the complex and communicating results and recommendations in a clear and concise manner. Show less



Husqvarna Outdoor Products

• United States
• Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Continuous Improvement Manager

  • Oct 2014 - Aug 2015

  Orangeburg, SC Collaborates with all groups within the Global Supply Chain Group, Materials Operations,, and IT to implement new policies/procedures, identify areas of improvement, and train on new/existing systems. Collects, analyzes, and deciphers business needs into detailed business requirements, test plans and business processes. - Serves as a liaison between the customer, development and testing team, and business process owners throughout the lifecycle of projects or new processes. - Collaborates… Show more Collaborates with all groups within the Global Supply Chain Group, Materials Operations,, and IT to implement new policies/procedures, identify areas of improvement, and train on new/existing systems. Collects, analyzes, and deciphers business needs into detailed business requirements, test plans and business processes. - Serves as a liaison between the customer, development and testing team, and business process owners throughout the lifecycle of projects or new processes. - Collaborates with developers and subject matter experts to establish technical vision and analyze tradeoffs between usability and performance needs. Provides a cross- functional perspective to identify and manage new process improvement initiatives - Plans, develops, manages, and implements process improvement projects that lead to improvements in operational efficiency, customer experience, and/or regulatory compliance. Show less



Kontane Logistics

• United States
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Operations Manager

  • Sep 2012 - Sep 2014

  Charleston, South Carolina Area Operations Manager for 2 facilities, totaling over 170K sq ft in operating space. Fast paced Distribution Center environment that supports a wide variety of customer services that include Retail Distribution, Pack/Pack Operations, Transloading/Intermodal Shipping, Export Crating and Packaging, Tier1 Automotive Logistics receipt, storage, and shipping in a JIT environment, excellent Inventory Control/Cycle Count Programs, as well as expertise enhancing customer operations with WMS and ERP… Show more Operations Manager for 2 facilities, totaling over 170K sq ft in operating space. Fast paced Distribution Center environment that supports a wide variety of customer services that include Retail Distribution, Pack/Pack Operations, Transloading/Intermodal Shipping, Export Crating and Packaging, Tier1 Automotive Logistics receipt, storage, and shipping in a JIT environment, excellent Inventory Control/Cycle Count Programs, as well as expertise enhancing customer operations with WMS and ERP productivity. -Develop processes and strategies that maximize productivity, accuracy, and customer service -Motivate and develop cross functional team of material handlers, project administrators, export packers, and general distribution center labor -Able to assess effectiveness, execute improvements to procedures and staffing to achieve accurate, timely and cost efficient service to clients -Promote a safe, organized workplace environment Show less



Cummins Engine Company

• South Korea
• Machinery Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Materials Manager

  • Feb 2008 - Jul 2012

  Charleston, South Carolina Area Manage movement of raw materials and work-in-process from suppliers to production floor. Manage customer and deployment orders to ensure on time delivery. Responsible for the daily execution of Warehouse functions, including Shipping, Receiving, Planning, Scheduling, Delivery, Replenishment, Internal Material Controls, and MRB job functions. Direct the activities of the replenishment employees and ensure a safe work environment is maintained. Tasks include implementing Kanban, delivery, and… Show more Manage movement of raw materials and work-in-process from suppliers to production floor. Manage customer and deployment orders to ensure on time delivery. Responsible for the daily execution of Warehouse functions, including Shipping, Receiving, Planning, Scheduling, Delivery, Replenishment, Internal Material Controls, and MRB job functions. Direct the activities of the replenishment employees and ensure a safe work environment is maintained. Tasks include implementing Kanban, delivery, and transportation processes between 3PL and Cummins manufacturing site. Project Manager for facility consolidation, including implementation of 3PL at new facility. Redesigned all Material and System flows to accommodate new assembly lines and manufacturing processes. Show less



Dell

• IT Services and IT Consulting
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Materials Manager/ Project Manager

  • 1999 - 2008

  Nashville, TN - Winston Salem, NC Initially recruited to start up and stabilize inventory control reporting processes and scheduling. Partnered with various manufacturing groups to work through obstacles and manage relationships between the various Austin and Nashville sites. Directed all Customer Fulfillment Service operations in Nashville. Provided leadership to 32 associates that were aligned across 3 shifts. Oversaw all budgetary, development, production, material replenishment, pick/putaway, receiving, and… Show more Initially recruited to start up and stabilize inventory control reporting processes and scheduling. Partnered with various manufacturing groups to work through obstacles and manage relationships between the various Austin and Nashville sites. Directed all Customer Fulfillment Service operations in Nashville. Provided leadership to 32 associates that were aligned across 3 shifts. Oversaw all budgetary, development, production, material replenishment, pick/putaway, receiving, and administrative duties associated with the area. Oversaw the procurement, receiving, material handling, and shipping of all Dell OEM Product as well as the Cycle Counting execution for 2 Manufacturing sites. Manage a group of 26 direct reports that ranged from entry level Supervisors to material handlers. Ensured the overall processes were up to date and were being followed. Worked as a liaison between the Material, Engineering, Logistics, Operations, and the Production Control teams to ensure the JIT and velocity environment was not compromised and the business needs were met and/or exceeded. Managed direct carrier relationships with 3PL provided. Materials Project Manager – Designed, implemented, and managed all material flow processes within new facility. Directed all phases of setup among all cross functional entities. Ensured assigned individuals executed identified and assigned tasks and provided appropriate tracking and reporting per plan. Developed workaround plans, recovery plans, and alternate scenarios to senior management. Proactively collaborated with other key stakeholders residing in Chia, Texas, Ireland, and Malaysia to share best practices, review recommendations, track implementation schedule, and monitored the progress of the newly designed processes post completion. Conducted all training to Exempt and Non-Exempt personnel. Show less