Projects - Business Process Re-Engineering/Cost Reduction
Led design and documentation of vendor delivery processes for a Fortune 500 health services company, as part of an IT network repatriation initiative resulting in savings of over $30 mil per year. Managed client team to develop improved processes and responsibilities / tasks for both interim migration and steady-state.
Managed team to reduce supply chain costs for a US auto manufacturer. Led management and UAW members to develop cost saving initiatives, resulting in 7% annual operating cost savings.
Evaluated manufacturing processes, production planning, and order scheduling for a US textile company. Recommended six major process improvements, worked with plant management to verify viability, and quantified costs and benefits. Implemented process and planning changes to reduce order cycle times and inventory by 25%.
Performed a strategic logistics analysis for a US auto parts manufacturer. Assessed operations and activity-based costs (ABC) to determine an optimal national distribution system. Recommended warehouse locations and service areas yielding $2 million annual cost savings and improved customer service.
Managed a 30 person, multi-location strategic sourcing project for a US paper company. Introduced methodology and trained team members. Achieved $20 million spend savings, implemented processes and systems for better supplier management and increased buying power.