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Summary
This expert is an experienced and results driven executive with demonstrated success in the automotive, consumer goods, and food processing industries. Skilled in Team Building, Operating Budgets, ERP Solutions, Management, Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A), and ISO/BRC Standards. Led previous companies to record sales, production, and profitability. Utilizes performance benchmarking, key performance indicators, and continuous improvement to drive success. Honed financial reporting skills; quality of monthly financials described by BMO Harris/U.S. Bank executives as some of the best they had ever seen. Well versed in ERP solutions; completed two very successful ERP implementations. Motivated and engaging leader, thoroughly enjoys collaborating with all team members to improve their organization, as well as embrace cultures of change and continuous improvement.
Highlights
- 30+ Years Finance Experience
- Financial Reporting
- ERP Implementation
- Contract Administration
- Mergers and Acquisitions
- 20+ Years Manufacturing Experience
- Performance Benchmarking
- Continuous Improvement
- QS-9000/ISO-9002/ISO-14001/BRC (7)
- Skilled Leader and Facilitator
Relevant Accomplishments
- Led Silver Spring Foods and CURT to record sales, production, employment, and profitability. Implemented performance benchmarking, key performance indicators, and continuous improvement initiatives. Conducted monthly management review of all metrics, with emphasis on cost-savings.
- Supported nationwide introduction of CURT eCommerce initiatives through ten regional warehouses, as well as 350% growth in annual revenues ($25MM to $85MM).
- Well-versed in various ERP solutions; completed two highly successful ERP implementations to MAPICS (XA) and DEACOM platforms, respectively.
- Worked with EC Area Economic Development Corporation to obtain nearly $1MM in grants from State of Wisconsin and City of Altoona for local expansion (2009 Paragon Award).
- Completed sale of business (CURT) to Chicago-based Private Equity firm.
- Introduced Lean practices at L. E. Jones Company to address rising cost concerns from two major OEM customers, i.e., Caterpillar and Cummins. Implemented plant-wide analytics and machine measurement to achieve desired cost savings.
- Worked effectively with UAW leadership to address rising Health Care costs.
- Plant Controller for most efficient and profitable Emerson Tool Company plant in United States.
- Lead U.S. Government Contracting Officer for largest ($750M) and most successful ship construction project (Marinette Marine Corporation) in U.S. Coast Guard history.
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