Experience

R3 Strategic Support Group, Inc.

• United States
• Defense and Space Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Expeditionary Logistics

  • Sep 2021 - Present



Nixon

• United States
• Retail Apparel and Fashion
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Global Production and Logistics Specialist

  • Nov 2020 - Sep 2021

  Oversight of global production coordinator as well as the inbound logistics management in a collaborative effort alongside the Product and Merchandise Planning Teams. Ensured on-time delivery of product for the brand and maximized global sourcing and logistic efficiencies while controlling costs. Communicated production and logistics status, including delays, to regional teams and internal cross-functional partners. Highly interactive with factory partners establishing and maintaining strong relationships with these vendors. • Managed vendor relations • Assisted in the management of production Pos for Bulk, SMUs, and SMS products, including the confirmation and WIP tracking of all PO updates to quantities, costing and exit dates • Responsible for global & cross-departmental production communication and reporting. • Managed vendor audit and compliance testing, including QC process and regional -specific testing incompliance with Nixon’s social compliance standards and requirements. • Assisted with the development and management of packaging requirements and standards specifically impacting logistics • Responsible for global Production and Distribution to regions based upon demand needs. • Assisted the product team with sourcing and supply chain projects as needed. • Assisted with the negotiation of all supplier payment terms, incoterms, lead times, MOQ’s and upcharges. • Responsible for on-time delivery of product to market based on targeted launch plans. • Primary contact for all inbound logistics projects. • Drove GM% improvements via costing improvements and cost saving projects within supply chain (i.e. shipment consolidation, pricing comparisons and Ocean/Air cost assessments). • Oversaw the maintenance and management of global shipments via the online freight forwarder portals. • Responsible for supplier delivery metrics and performance measurements. • Accountable for improving global supply production, logistics and operations processes and costs.



Fish & Richardson P.C.

• United States
• Law Practice
• 700 & Above Employee

• Pricing Analyst - Temporary

  • Apr 2020 - Nov 2020

  Reviewed and briefed outside counsel guidelines for senior Legal and Pricing staff. Worked in conjunction with Pricing group staff to develop comprehensive pricing proposals for , ITC litigation and Federal circuit court litigation matters. • Wrote pricing briefs • Reviewed scope and complexity of litigation work to ensure pricing proposals aligned with firm goals and policies • Worked in conjunction with litigation team to craft detailed litigation representation proposal packages. • Verified data for inclusion in proposals



Easy Day Sports

• United States
• Spectator Sports
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Event Manager

  • Mar 2019 - Mar 2020

  Developed complex operating plans for largescale, high profile events encompassing; budget generation and oversight, costing analysis, scope of work determination, client relationship management, risk analysis and contract negotiation. • Management of external creative teams • Scope of work development. • Vendor services and contract negotiation • Data analysis to provide metric driven decision making • Negotiation with corporate partners, review and oversite of partner contracts • P&L responsibility for events • Logistics management for nationwide events • Negotiated all contract labor agreements • Managed complex event permitting process regularly interfacing with various government entities and agencies. • Managed on-site relationships with event sponsors, corporate partners and high-profile attendees. • Lead post event analysis meetings designed to streamline event management process, evaluate costing structures and refine operating processes.



EOD Warrior Foundation

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Operations Manager,Western Region

  • Feb 2017 - Feb 2019

  Served as the public face for the EODWF on the west coast, managing Flagship events, delivering public addresses and briefing active duty EOD units on services offered. Developed strategic goals, participated in planning meetings, traveled extensively throughout territory to ensure proper implementation of Foundation policies and procedures. • Management of major events on the west coast. • Represented the EODWF at trade shows and industry conferences • Delivered addresses to civic, trade, media and professional organizations on behalf of the EODWF to secure donations, further stewardship of major donors, educate public audiences and provide exposure for organization • Provided leadership on several retreats for veterans and their families • Wrote and submitted grant applications • Mentored staff and volunteers • Developed strategic goals and engineered road map for achieving these goals • Briefed active duty EOD units on services and programs offered to them by the EODWF • Managed stewardship program for major donors



Seirus Innovation

• United States
• Sporting Goods Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Production Operations Director

  • Mar 2016 - Feb 2017

  Directed operations and production departments establishing and managing highly successful cross functional teams thereby streamlining business processes and general workflow. Responsible for the global logistics program and integration of this system into corporate IT network. Brought innovative out of box thinking to business process engineering and operating structure. • Managed production, design and development departments. • Implemented new business processes to increase efficiency and integration with other critical departments • Managed all domestic and offshore manufacturing to include: vendor manual development and enforcement, factory communication, 3rd party QC, 3 PL, Capacity planning, sourcing, and Prop 65 regulation enforcement • Responsible for all policy and procedure development and implementation • Extensive outdoor industry trade show and conference attendance



Zoot Sports

• Vista, CA

• Operations Manager

  • Oct 2012 - Jan 2015

  Provided dynamic leadership of design, development and manufacturing for globally focused leader in technical sports apparel and accessories. Successfully managed off shore production of time sensitive, deadline driven consumer goods. Oversaw implementation of enhanced consumer facing ecommerce site thereby increasing client retention and acquisition. • Management of global, custom, performance apparel design, development and manufacturing program • Developed, in conjunction with website developer an online order processing and management system • Provided leadership for offsite customer service center • Conducted factory visits (Asia, Europe, Central America) to ensure compliance with vendor manuals, labor practices and quality standards • Provided direction in all factory communication • Responsible for day to day operation of design and development departments • Developed and refined business processes and procedures • Participated in multi country line presentation and strategic planning sessions for each season’s collections • Extensive domestic and international trade show and industry conference attendance, participation and presentation



A-T Solutions, now part of PAE

• United States
• Defense and Space Manufacturing
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Logistics Manager

  • Jan 2011 - Oct 2012

  Provided crucial logistic leadership that enabled the fielding of a mobile training team for extended periods of time in often austere conditions. Developed action plans, briefs and delivered these to team leadership and senior unit officers and NCOs. Responsible for ensuring that the entire team, teaching environment, range facilities and training aids were operational and in compliance with established standards. • Managed global logistics for a globally deployed, mobile training team • Oversaw all aspects of pre-deployment planning and preparation for an 11-man team traveling with 6 pallets of sensitive equipment • Conducted all advance work ahead of team arrival to ensure training process conformed to DoD standards and all equipment arrived and was in proper working order • Briefed Command senior leadership on course scope and needs, training facility requirements, space and time needs, scheduling requirements, field/range operations and munitions necessary for course participation • Managed Gov. chain of custody documentation for training aids and issued equipment • Managed team equipment lifecycle planning • Graduate, Gov. basic instructor course • Maintained SECRET level DoD security clearance le training team (MTT).



Belleville Boot Manufacturing Co.

• Belleville, IL

• Sales Director, Western Region

  • Dec 2010 - Mar 2011

  Strengthened the non DOD distribution channels sought after by corporate leadership. Served as the public face of the company at all events and tradeshows within the assigned region. Developed and implemented strategic sales plans enhancing sell in and sell through of targeted products. • Management of all accounts in CA, NV, AZ and UT • Increased Gov. purchasing contracts • Developed and strengthened non-DoD distribution channels • Extensive travel within assigned territory to visit accounts, gather information, provide direction and keep abreast of trends • Provided direction in forecasting, budget development and implementation • Attendance and leadership at numerous defense industry conferences and tradeshows



Canari Cyclewear

• Vista, CA

• Operations Manager

  • Feb 2005 - Dec 2010

  Skillfully managed domestic manufacturing operations. Reengineered work flow dynamics to increase accuracy, diminish waste and strengthen ability to manage high volume orders. Developed cross functional teams that enhanced R & D efforts, strengthened purchasing and sourcing and improved efficiency. • Managed all aspects of domestic custom apparel manufacturing program • Refined business processes to increase manufacturing efficiency and output • Oversight of procedure development focusing on simplification of ordering process and customer retention • Mentored cross-functional teams involved in the manufacturing process • Developed and managed budget and forecasting process • Extensive cycling Industry tradeshow preparation and attendance • Lead design and development department meetings focusing on sourcing of fabrics, trims and other raw materials, fit sessions, pattern adjustments, and R & D



STRIDER KNIVES, INC.

• Defense & Space

• Marketing & Public Relations

  • Mar 2001 - Oct 2003

  Provided emerging brand with key leadership in the areas of marketing and public relations resulting in increased brand awareness. Participated in strategic strategy sessions. Handled media requests, developed press kits and other promotional material. Strengthened strategic partnerships with affiliated brands and spearheaded product placement campaign with relevant media outlets. • Managed media relations (press kits, interviews, promotional events) • Researched and developed strategic partnerships and collaborations with targeted brands • Frequently represented company at outdoor/military industry trade shows • Expanded and increased brand awareness • Assisted senior company leadership in Gov. contract bidding process



The North Face, Inc

• Manager

  • Jan 1999 - Jan 2000



Elwyn Gee Group, Inc

• Account Manager

  • Jan 1997 - Jan 1999



Boomdoggers Clothing

• Design Coordinator

  • Jan 1996 - Jan 1997