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Page 1 2 3 4 5 next »» (Records Found: 104)| Name | Thomas |
| Phone | 630-336-5848 |
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| Salary | Negotiable |
| State | Illinois |
| Willing to Relocation? | No |
| Recent Positions |
V P Operations AWTP LLC Elk Grove Village, IL (Custom Filtration) Sr V P Operations Chicago Faucet Company Des Plaines, IL (Faucets, Elect Fixtures) Mgr Bus Dev & Strat Sourc Elkay Mfg Co Oak Brook, IL (Sinks,Coolers, Faucets ) |
| Key Accomplishments |
• Implemented a change in culture moving business from private entrepreneurial to a professional business with strategic direction, standardized metrics and goals.Achieved $1.2M in cost savings and reduced inventory investment by $1.5M (33%). Developed and implemented a $9M cost reduction strategy applying off-shore sourcing, construction of a new manufacturing facility and relocation of manufacturing to a non-union environment in a 1 year period of time, relocating the business in 3 days Reporting to the Elkay Division President, developed a business strategy to grow Elkay’s faucet business to a profitable $70M division of the Elkay group by developing and outsourcing two new product lines, high-end residential and commercial. Cost effective management of out-sourcing materials and labor to improve profits by 200% over a three-year period and achieved an 8-year track record of increased profitability from 8% to 19%, decertified the workforce and implemented skill based pay |
| Education / Skills |
B.S. Industrial Engr. Bradley University
M.S. Industrial Engr. & Engr. Management Bradley University Toyota Lean Manufacturing Training University Kentucky. Constanza Demand Flow Training. Trained and applied TQM and employee empowerment in operations and developed a skill based pay system |
| Name | Karl |
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| Salary | Negotiable |
| State | Indiana |
| Willing to Relocation? | Yes |
| Recent Positions |
President OpteonGroup LLC Chicago metro/Munster IN (Business Improvement) Managing Director EnteGreat, Inc. Chicago IL/Birmingham AL (Supply Chain Solutions) Chief Operating Officer National Liquid Packaging LLC Kingsbury, IN (Contract Manufacturing) |
| Key Accomplishments |
Analyzed and prepared a plan for a manufacturing company outlining efficiencies and productivity improvements resulting in a 10% increase ($1 million) in net income within 12 months. Reduced inventory and saved $25 million while maintaining service levels at 99% by introducing proprietary inventory optimization capability. Responsible for turnaround of distressed company. Staff of 400, seven direct. Achieved profitable performance within 6 months with 11% net income after five years unprofitable performance. Reversed at-risk relationships with multi-national clients by refocusing the project strategy and eliminating non-performance issues, saving more than $2.5 million in revenue. |
| Education / Skills |
MBA (Finance & Management) With Distinction - DEPAUL UNIVERSITY, Chicago, IL 1992 BS Chemical Engineering - PURDUE UNIVERSITY, West Lafayette, IN 1985 ADDITIONAL SUPPLY CHAIN EDUCATION CRANFIELD UNIVERSITY, Milton Keynes, England MASSACHUSETTS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY ADDITIONAL SUPPLY CHAIN EDUCATION IMD (INSTITUTE FOR MANAGEMENT DEVELOPMENT), Lausanne, Switzerland |
| Name | Art |
| Phone | 248-613-2191 |
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| Salary | Negotiable |
| State | Michigan |
| Willing to Relocation? | Yes |
| Recent Positions |
VP HR and Admin Energy Conversion Devices, Inc. Rochester Hills, MI (Renewable Energy Products) SVP HR GKN Sinter Metals, Inc. Auburn Hills, MI (Sintered Metals Products) Director International HR Hill's Pet Nutrition Topeka, KS (Premium Pet Food Products) |
| Key Accomplishments |
Lead first ever restructuring of enterpise to achieve first time sustained profitability. Reduced corporate staff by more than 60% while growing profitable solar panel division by more than 300%. Established and harmonized remuneration approach. Established first ever short and long term incentive plans (cash and equity) for a publicly traded renewable energy business. Worked closely with Compensation Committee to established an effective remuneration strategy and executive pay approach. Established a new $1B division team and organization for a global automotive and aerospace company. Once established, lead the HR due diligence and integration of more than 20 acquisitions during high growth phase of the division. Established a first ever international HR function for a highly successful international division, with employees working in more than 20 countries. Developed an effective resolution of many long standing issues for a key expatriate population. |
| Education / Skills |
BS- Labor and Industrial Relations
Michigan State University Extensive skills and experience working global HR issues Includes 5 years expat experience in Europe and Asia. Extensive experience working in both union and non-union environments. Lead many focused activities in both areas. Extensive experience driving high growth staffing initiatives including establishing a world class selection process. |
| Name | Daniel |
| Phone | 708-422-3343 |
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| Salary | Negotiable |
| State | Illinois |
| Willing to Relocation? | Yes |
| Recent Positions |
Management Consultant Nolan Advisory Services Chicago, IL (Management Consulting) Chief Operating Officer Matrex + Chicago, IL (Experiential Marketing) Chief Financial Officer MEC Corporation Chicago, IL (Business Services) |
| Key Accomplishments |
Increased gross margins by developing and implementing business process improvements designed to create capacity, improve net margins and improve interdepartmental efficiency & communication. Returned an established company to profitability after operating for several years at a loss. Reduced overhead and improved cash flow through drastic cost cutting and favorable negotiations with vendors and organized labor groups. Increased Revenues through acquisitions, product development, and new business development in existing distribution channels. Development and delivery of corporate presentations with executives and sales team. Recruited experienced personnel for executive, management, sales & customer service positions throughout the organization. Played a key role in growth of successful internal teams. |
| Education / Skills |
Masters of Science in Accounting
DePaul University
MBA - Finance Governors State University Bachelors - Business Loyola University of Chicago |
| Name | Paul |
| Phone | 901-277-0302 |
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| Salary | $151K - $175K |
| State | Tennessee |
| Willing to Relocation? | Yes |
| Recent Positions |
VP Service Excellence Asentinel Memphis, TN (Software SaaS Telecom ) VP/COO/Gen Manager ACORN Research, LLC. Memphis, TN (Healthcare Data/Technolgy) Chief Technology Officer Fiserv, Inc. Chicago, IL (Financial Tech Services) |
| Key Accomplishments |
Reduced global implementation costs by 40%, reducing implementation timeline by 33%, boosting cash flow and revenue. Expanded global service team by 90%, delivering service excellence as clients grew 80%. Reduced Operating expenses by $250k/month in 6 months through contract re-negotiations and elimination of redundant systems without impacting clients or a degradation of services. Gained almost 34% increase in productivity while reducing operating expenses by over $1 MM by instituting processes that provided greater technology system and workplace efficiency. Achieved $2 MM annual savings by leading organization-wide cost reduction effort reducing top-heavy executive management structure, consolidating business units, refocusing business priorities and reducing IT expenses by over 55%. |
| Education / Skills |
Start-ups ~ Operations ~ Strategic Planning and Alignment ~ International Operations ~ Turnaround Situations Cert. - Enterprise Technology Strategist: Aligning IT & Business Strategies, Penn State Univ, Smeal College of Business; Certified Professional in Health Information Technology (CPHIT); MBA, Strategic Management B.S., Mathematics/Biology |
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