Analytical, innovative and accomplished operations professional with an
exemplary track record of achievement and success in a broad range of supply
chain management functions. Strategic thinker with demonstrated skill and
leadership experience in the full supply chain cycle including inventory control,
forecast and demand analysis, transportation, order fulfillment, and customer
service. Proven expertise in utilizing fact-based, process-oriented approach
towards reaching aggressive goals in support of cost, profit, customer service
and organizational objectives. Adept in technical, analytical, and statistical
abilities and recognized for strong critical thinking skills. Mentor and team
leader with strong work ethic, positive outlook, and ability to communicate
effectively in diverse groups.

 * Proven track record of continuous improvement initiatives targeted at
increasing productivity, cost effectiveness, product lead-times and overall
profitability.
 * Strategic thinker with demonstrated success in managing forecasting and
demand trends, reducing risk and liability and enhancing company's standing with
customers.
 * Strong business and financial acumen with the ability to manage operating
expenses in accordance with established budgets.
 * Demonstrated experience in facilitating continuous process improvement
initiatives that increase operational efficiencies and promote a positive
workplace environment 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,
Konica Minolta Business Solutions delivers expert professional services and
client support through an extensive network of direct sales offices, authorized
dealers, resellers and distribution partners in the United States, Canada,
Mexico, Central 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.
Oversee the $3.6 million operational budget, accountable for the attainment of
key performance metrics and deliverables as part of the demand planning process.
Provide the management and direction to a team of business analysts in support of
order 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
implementation of a parts planning system.
 * Liaise with Sales, Planning, IT and external suppliers in eliminating
bottlenecks 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
system 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
warehouse operations; managed the consolidation and rollout of forward stocking
locations 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
11.5.9.
 * Determined potential projects for evaluation by the governance committee;
defined project scope and objectives for presentation to committee and senior
management.
 * Developed and recommended RFP for 3PL selection process for parts and supply
distribution.
 * Managed the planning and redeployment of forward stocking locations for
annual savings of $1 million.
TROPICAL SPORTSWEAR INTERNATIONAL CORP., Tampa, FL 1996-2002
Tropical Sportswear designs, manufactures and distributes men's and women's
sportswear products marketed under multiple brand names in the United States, the
United 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
workloads to planning and managing inventory control functions pertaining to
material receiving, stocking, picking and shipping. Responsible for the tracking
and reporting of cost forecasting, planning and budgeting.
 * Coordinated the relocation of the Atlanta warehouse; relocated over 500,000
units 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
rates 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
maximized efficiency.
Executive Assistant to CIO (1996-1998)
Assisted senior management in the organization, documentation and execution of
enterprise-wide processes and projects including the financial responsibility for
the multi-million dollar budget for ERP implementation and the preparation of
related financial and KPI reports. Developed weekly project updates with the
collaboration 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
outside consultants.
 * Gathered business unit requirements and developed RFP for system selection of
ERP.
 * Prepared and presented monthly steering committee reviews with senior
management.

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