Vestis Corporation

Senior Director of Supply Chain

Oakmont Supply Solutions

We help small to mid-size manufacturers increase margin and maximize revenue by building a solid supply chain that fuels 2X/3X digit growth.

As the leader of a small to mid-sized manufacturing business, are you challenged by:

-Creating a Sales & Operations planning process that drives real results in your business
-Supply Chain knowledge gaps within your leadership team?
-Fractional Director/VP/COO needs until you find the perfect candidate?
-Forecasting rapidly expanding product lines to avoid stock outs?
-Optimizing contract manufacturing/packaging partnerships?
-Identifying and pulling cost out levers to improve profit margin?
-Developing a supply chain strategy that customers/investors can clearly understand AND your team can execute?

We would love to partner with you!

Founder 

Gartner

Gartner Ambassador - Supply Chain

Mentor within the SKU CPG accelerator program providing guidance with emphasis on supply chain optimization, manufacturing strategy, cost reduction tactics, and transportation strategy. 

SKU is a leading consumer goods accelerator that surrounds stellar startups with mentor teams of entrepreneurs, investors, and industry experts to accelerate smarter, faster growth.

Supply Chain & Operations Mentor/Investor

ASCM Atlanta

Board Member

Reliance Worldwide Corporation

Supported $700M in revenue with double digit growth figures by ensuring high retail fill rates through COVID-19 Pandemic.  Designed & implemented full executive S&OP routine.

Responsible for end-to-end supply chain operations including:
-Demand Planning
-Supply Planning (both manufacturing and procurement)
-International and Domestic Freight strategy
-Inventory planning
-Sales & Operations Planning
-Executive Strategy Development

Supported $700M in revenue with double digit growth figures by ensuring high retail fill rates through COVID-19 Pandemic. 

Worked endlessly to meet needs of internal and external stakeholders including vendors and clients, this role allowed me to work under pressure and implement creative problem-solving methods and professional expertise to support and grow the business. 

Key Skills: Sales & Operations Planning | Continuous Improvement | Business Process Design | Resource Management | Budget Administration | Strategic Decision-Making | Inventory Optimization | Revenue Growth | Cost-Saving | Demand Planning | Supply Planning | Transportation Strategy

Director Supply Chain Planning

Grew retail partnership from $0 to $150M account in 2 years, while maintaining consistent 98%+ fill rates.

Designed and implemented a comprehensive plan to launch 400+ products across Lowe’s stores nationwide to meet their enterprise goals. 

Awarded Lowe's Partner of the Year Award in 2018. 


Key Skills: Account Specialist | Strategic Planning | Project Coordination | Resource Administration | Process Optimization | Sales | Customer Service | Relationship Management | Product Development | Project Tracking

National Account Manager

HD Supply

Captured 10% savings ($4MM on a $40MM freight budget) by conducting a comprehensive international freight RFP.

Led HD Supply’s international logistics strategy and tactical management, budget administration, expenditure analysis, business process design, and feasibility analysis to meet and exceed profitability goals with given resources. 

Key Skills: Logistics Management | RFP Design | Budget Management | Strategic Decision-Making | Project Coordination | Resource Administration | Process Optimization | Stakeholder Management | Business Partnerships | Teamwork | Supplier Management

Senior Manager International Logistics

The Home Depot

Inventory Planning Manager

Manhattan Associates

I was responsible for supporting multiple internal and external teams on data analysis, warehouse management, and business growth projects. I also took charge of resource and inventory management and handled budget development, brand positioning, marketing, and client handling for the firm's largest client, Nike. 


Key Skills: Account Management | Budgeting | Strategic Planning | Project Coordination | Resource Administration | Business Process Optimization | Warehouse Management | Marketing | Documentation

Consultant - Warehouse Management (Open Systems)

Helping small to mid-sized manufacturers successfully grow into retail by building a solid supply chain fueling 2X/3X growth.

As the leader of a small to mid-sized manufacturing business, are you challenged by:

-Supply Chain knowledge gaps within your leadership team?
-Fractional or Interim Director/VP/COO needs until you find the perfect candidate?
-Creating a Sales & Operations planning process that drives real results in your business?
-Forecasting rapidly expanding product lines to avoid stock outs?
-Optimizing contract manufacturing/packaging partnerships?
-Identifying and pulling cost out levers to improve profit margin?
-Developing a supply chain strategy that customers/investors can clearly understand AND your team can execute?

If so, we would love to help. 

With 25+ years of combined experience, we have helped companies like Kraft-Heinz, Aramark, Tarkett, Electrolux, Nest, Tip Top Cocktails, Reliance Worldwide Corporation, Whirlpool and dozens of others build their supply chains and expand retail presence at Target, Wal-Mart, Home Depot, Lowe's, HEB, Kroger as well as national distributors.  

Our specialty is building supply chain processes that increase profitability.  We have done this by improving forecast accuracy by 20%, increasing inventory turnover by 37% and saving millions of dollars in transportation costs. All while maintaining consistent retail fill rates of 98%+ using our proven process.

Want to discuss your situation? Reach out to lindsey.walker@oakmontsupplysolutions.com.

Lindsey Walker

Alimentation Couche-Tard

Serve as a primary point of contact for more complex customer inquiries, ensuring that customer needs are met efficiently and professionally.
Managing inventory, and ensuring store displays are appealing and well-maintained.
Identify opportunities to promote additional products or services that align with the customer's needs and interests.

Customer Service Lead

Stryker

Vendor Management & Risk Management- Collaborated with various risk management partners such as Legal, Finance, Information Security, and Compliance, to ensure adherence to the firm’s vendor management policies and procedures

Supply Chain Management- Drove supplier onboarding and supplier assessments process and presented to leadership full documented business cases for supplier selection; ensured Project Procurement Strategy aligned with overall Project Execution Strategy

Procurement Process Optimization-Participated in NPI program/project teams and supported procurement of material from prototype through mass production; managing all aspects of procurement, from PO issuance through receipt and payment support

Procurement & Purchase Management-Led end-to-end procurement function involving the identification of opportunity, releasing Request for Information (RFI)/ Request for Proposal (RFP) /Invitation to RFQ, Techno-commercial Proposal, adjudication, E-auction, negotiations, placing contracts, and management of supplier and contract as per the organization’s policies and governance framework

Sr Technical Lead -Strategic Sourcing

Kohler Co.

.Assisted in developing and implementing sourcing strategies along with managing and assisting in supplier selection, RFQ and RFI process, negotiation, contracting, and supplier performance processes.
• Collaborated with suppliers in developing new product development strategies, including approving new products and processes.
• Assured supply of quality materials and services as well as conduct supplier relationship management programs, quality audits, risk mitigation plans and low cost sourcing solutions.
• Worked on SAP MM Module to prepare purchase orders and purchase requisitions as well as identify, evaluate and select suppliers to meet and/or exceed internal customer needs.
• Builds and leverages strong working relationships with internal customers and key suppliers to assure cost, quality, replenishment time reduction and delivery targets are met.
• Negotiated agreements, terms/conditions and established Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) which include initial landed cost, year on year price reduction targets, first pass yields, on-time delivery, material replenishment reductions, etc., minimize risk and warranties in support of those agreements and is the primary supplier relationship owner.
• Supported new product introduction (NPI) programs as Supply Chain representative by coordinating all sourcing and supplier qualification activities on a global basis.
• Benchmarked new processes, approaches and technology that will continually drive improvements on performance and business results.
• Drive full assessment for effectiveness of supplier process control plans, measures and activities
• Work closely with Product Engineering, Quality and Production to take manufacturing efficiency improvements from initial concept into full implementation
• Direct Sourcing: Procuring products, plastics, and electronic components in accordance with the Bill of Materials.
• Indirect Sourcing: Overseeing product launch and event coordination, product testing at 3rd party labs

Strategic Sourcing Lead

Hygia India

. Ensures that manufactured Products are meeting Business Needs, Quality standards and Customer Expectations.
• Driving investigation with 8D report/ CAPA for Non-conformance / Deviation for products and processes
• Drive and implement process improvements to ensure predictable processes across all product lines (e.g. Risk Reduction, Yield improvements, Customer complaint reduction, Error proofing, Cost Reduction initiatives, Process Automation activities).
• Participates in continuous improvement by assisting in Lean Manufacturing including: Cellular Flow, Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), and 5S
• Develops, implements, communicates and maintains a quality plan that will bring the quality systems and policies comply with quality system requirements as well as customer requirements.
• Participate in the Supplier Selection and Assessment process, which includes QMS and Technical audits
• Report supplier performance on regular basis to Commodity Management team through Supplier Quality rating , Incoming Quality, In Process Quality, 8D and Continuous Improvement Programs (CIP)
• Prepares quality documentation and reports by collecting, analyzing and summarizing information and trends including failed processes, stability studies, recalls, corrective actions, and re-validations

Quality Engineering & NPD Sourcing

Eureka Forbes Ltd

. Ensure all Incoming & Process Quality inspections/assessments are completed per the Quality manual.
• Conduct internal audits of all manufacturing processes to ensure compliance with internal procedures and customer requirements.
• Coordinate compliance, certification, and recertification activities with domestic and international agencies
• Lead the management of non-conformances/failures through the 8D report & Share information with Customer.
• Streamlining new process concepts for production optimization, yield improvement and build up guide lines for sequencing of manufacturing activities on the shop floor.
• Provide technical assistance to suppliers to assure resolution and elimination of issues & Conduct Quality System Audits of new/existing suppliers as per audit calendar.
• Manage Divisional change control activities for procedural documentation, ECNs and PCNs through integrated computer systems.
• Drive Process Improvement / Cycle Reduction initiatives and drive productivity improvements via process changes or improvements.
• Promoting a culture of continuous improvements in the plant (Suggestion scheme, Quality circle, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, etc).
• Ensured Error management along with RCA, CAPA, FMEA, etc
• Review new product designs and processes to ensure ‘quality’ of design’ and conformance requirements.
• Participate in design, development, manufacturing and risk management activities of tied to high-volume product launches.
• Develop and review inspection plans, and product drawings
• Training to supplier/manufacturing team on NPI process related to quality.(as per plan)
• Review production schedules with Production Executive, engineering specifications and related information to decide on manufacturing methods, procedures, and activities.
• Continuously plan and design layout of equipment, materials, and workspace to illustrate maximum efficiency of production areas plus creating a safer working environment.

Senior Engineer-Quality Engineering & Vendor Development

Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited

Project Intern

CAD design studio

Trainee

Sara Services & Engineers Private Limited

👨‍💼 "I am a seasoned professional with over 14 years of extensive expertise in Supply Chain, Global Procurement, and Strategic Sourcing, as well as Quality Management. My career journey has been marked by a consistent record of outstanding achievements, spanning diverse industries such as Medical Device, MedTech, Consumer Goods, Manufacturing, and Start-ups.

🌟 Key Expertise:

📦 Supply Chain Management: I excel in optimizing end-to-end supply chains, with a focus on New Product Introductions (NPIs). My expertise covers logistics, import processes, inventory management, and supply chain compliance.

🌐 Risk Management and Due Diligence: I am adept at identifying and mitigating supply chain risks through comprehensive due diligence processes. I ensure operational continuity even in the face of uncertainties by conducting thorough risk assessments and implementing risk mitigation strategies.

🌿 Supply Chain Sustainability and ESG: I am passionate about supply chain sustainability and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations. I integrate these principles into supply chain strategies to promote responsible and ethical practices.

🛒 Procurement Management: I have a strong Procure-to-Pay (P2P) background, overseeing the entire procurement lifecycle. I am well-versed in RFI (Request for Information), RFQ (Request for Quotation), RFP (Request for Proposal) & SAP MM processes.

🔍 Strategic Sourcing: In strategic sourcing, I cover Supplier Identification, Supplier Evaluation, Supplier Selection, Supplier Onboarding, NDA , Contract Management, Statement of Work (SOW), Source to Pay activities, and Supplier Relationship Management.

🤝 Stakeholder Management: My stakeholder management skills extend to legal, compliance, warehousing, finance, New Product Development , Engineering, Regulatory Affairs and Quality Assurance (RAQA).

🧪 Quality Management: Quality is paramount, and I have a solid background in ISO standards (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 13485), supplier audits, quality assurance measures, and various quality improvement tools, including Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing principles.

🎓 Education: I hold a degree in Mechanical Engineering and a postgraduate diploma in Operations Management. Currently, I am pursuing a Master's in Supply Chain Management at Dublin Business School, Dublin, Ireland.

🚀 My commitment to excellence and continuous improvement has been the cornerstone of my career. If you would like to connect or discuss potential collaborations, please feel free to reach out to me via email at negidoon@gmail.com. 📧🤝

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