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HYDROTEX PARTNERS LTD. INTERIM-CHIEF LOGISTICS OFFICER
Feb. 2019 - Apr. 2020Dallas, Texas, United StatesStepped into an interim role to redesign the supply chain and improve manufacturing operations. Key accomplishments include a one-time $1MM cash improvement by reducing inventory, a 5% increase in plant efficiency, and a reduction in credit line utilization.
ABC HOTEL AND RESTAURANT SUPPLY, INCPRESIDENT & COO
Apr. 2015 - Dec. 2017Austin, Texas, United StatesRecruited by the board to assess the company’s viability and execute a strategic exit for investors. Maintained financial stability amidst industry-wide revenue challenges, reduced fixed costs by 10%, and enhanced service levels
HAIL MERRY SNACKS, LLCINTERIM-CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
Jan. 2014 - Mar. 2015Dallas, Texas, United StatesLed restructuring efforts, stabilizing operations and guiding the recapitalization process. Repositioned the brand to achieve a 20% increase in sales.
Anderson Legacy GroupManaging Partner
Aug. 2012Dallas, Texas, United StatesOfreciendo liderazgo ejecutivo, consultoría y entrenamiento a empresas en transición. Lideró con éxito múltiples esfuerzos de recuperación, incluidos compromisos interinos de ejecutivos de alto nivel y funciones de asesoría estratégica, mejorando la eficiencia operativa y guiando a las empresas a través de transacciones de fusiones y adquisiciones.
PRIMESOURCE FOOD SERVICE EQUIPMENT, INC.PRESIDENT & COO
Dec. 2004 - Sep. 2013Dallas, Texas, United StatesTurned around a $100M company through cultural and operational changes, achieving a 21% increase in efficiency and 15% YOY growth in domestic revenue. Led the sale of the company’s assets to multiple strategic buyers
Voyager Expanded Learning, Inc.Vice President Operations
Apr. 2003 - Nov. 2005Dallas, Texas, United StatesLed strategic initiatives overseeing Purchasing, Printing, Manufacturing, Warehousing, and Logistics for a $156 million annual revenue company. Delivered significant operational improvements by optimizing processes and renegotiating key supplier contracts. - Achieved a 20% reduction in manufacturing labor costs through targeted process reorganization.
- Negotiated freight contracts, delivering $1 million in savings over 18 months, enhancing cost-efficiency across the supply chain.
DAISYTEK MEXICODirector of Operations
Jan. 2002 - Dec. 2003Mexico City, MexicoOversaw Purchasing, Warehousing, Logistics, MIS, Credit, and Collections for a $200 million division, with a focus on improving financial performance and operational efficiency. - Reduced Daily Sales Outstanding (DSO) from 50 to 45 days, yielding a one-time $250K cash benefit.
- Increased overall operational efficiency by 5%, streamlining processes and improving cross-functional alignment.
DAISYTEK AUSTRALIA, PTY LTD. Director of Operations
Dec. 1999 - Dec. 2002Sydney, New South Wales, AustraliaDirected Purchasing, Warehousing, Logistics, and MIS for a $240 million corporate division. Spearheaded inventory and logistics optimization efforts to improve working capital and operational capacity. - Freed $5 million in working capital by enhancing inventory turns while maintaining a 95% order fill rate.
- Provided strategic logistics design support for the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games, demonstrating leadership in high-stakes, global event coordination.
DAISYTEK INTERNATIONALPurchasing and Operations Manager
Oct. 1996 - Dec. 1999Dallas, Texas, United StatesLed operations due diligence for integrating seven companies into one unified entity, consolidating domestic operations for a combined $600 million in annual sales revenue. - Implemented an inventory planning system that reduced redundant inventories by 25%, enhancing resource efficiency.
- Redefined the supply chain to accommodate a rolling acquisitions strategy, supporting the company’s growth and expansion goals.
Danka Office ImagingInternal Auditor
Aug. 1994 - Sep. 1996Tampa, Florida, United StatesManaged daily audits, purchasing, inventory control, and billing operations for a $100 million division, delivering significant cost reductions through process improvements. - Centralized national supplies inventory, reducing total inventory by 25% and improving operational oversight.
- Enhanced inventory control processes, reducing hardware inventory by approximately 7%, ensuring better asset management.
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