Blackrock Software Company

Generative AI software development company

Founder & CEO

The Blackrock Group

The Blackrock Group offers supply chain consulting services in a variety of industries.  Our focus is helping our customers achieve accelerated business transformation in an ever changing world.

Pegasus Logistics Group

I was responsible for the transformation of an existing IT department into an enterprise class service organization.  This included implementation of company wide processes, procedures, tools and training to align with industry best practice and allow for rapid company scaling.  I created a Program Management Office to facilitate both long term strategic initiatives and the successful tactical execution of immediate projects.  I instituted a balanced scorecard strategy and process.

Vice President of IT & PMO

FedEx Supply Chain

I held positions of progressive responsibility at FedEx Supply Chain (previously ATCLE and GENCO). I was the IT Manager overseeing the development and sustainment departments before I assumed responsibility in December of 2010 for all strategic initiatives for IT.  In this role I partnered with all department heads as well as senior management to identify and clarify a business’s development needs and objectives.  I led the design, development and implementation of innovative solutions to enhance service, increase customer satisfaction, improve operations and reduce cost.  These responsibilities included identifying enterprise-wide issues, quantifying impacts, developing improvement strategies, implementing integrated solutions, managing transformation and delivering results to executives.

Senior Director IT, Strategic Integration (Senior Customer Technology Consultant)

ConAgra Foods

As a WMS consultant I provided ConAgra with technical training and leadership during the migration of support services for RedPrairie WMS from remote to corporate offices.  I provided 24/7 level 2 support for 14 facilities across the United States while training new staff to man a new office.

Supply Chain Consultant

Bacou-Dalloz

At Bacou-Dalloz (now Honeywell) I provided technical guidance and direction during the build out of a new centralized distribution facility.  This included oversight of the facilities technical infrastructure and the implementation of the warehouse management system.  I was responsible for the technical strategy and the day to day operations of the IT department in the facility.

IT Operations Manager

While at EDS, I held numerous positions of increasing responsibility.  First hired as a temporary floor worker in the distribution center I also held the positions of line operator, shift lead and eventually business analyst.  It was in this role that I was responsible for tier one support of a large WMS installation, custom development and numerous RedPrairie implementations.

Business Analyst

Strategic Supply Chain Tech Guide | Navigating Optimization & Innovation |#SCTechSherpa

With 25 years of expertise in supply chain, logistics, and management consulting, I've mastered the intricacies of operational and IT strategies at both tactical and strategic levels across diverse company sizes. Today, as the leader of The Blackrock Group, I'm steering our firm towards a future shaped by generative AI technologies. We are committed to transforming industries by integrating advanced AI solutions, optimizing efficiency, and driving innovation. At The Blackrock Group, we don't just sell time; we deliver impactful results and build the future—today.

Pete Grett

Nike

Distribution Operations (Asia, Pacific & Latin America)

Icon Foods

Vice President & General Manager

Trifecta, Inc.

Vice President Operations

The Hawthorne Gardening Company

Director Of Distribution

Pacific Seafood

Director, Food Service

The SYGMA Network

Vice President/General Manager - SYGMA Corporate

P.F. Chang's China Bistro

Manage all outbound and inbound distribution activities for two large national restaurant chains; 22 distribution points serving 400 + restaurants in the United States. Manage all national promotional activities, obsolescence, and supporting strategic initiatives for the enterprise leadership. Provide leadership and knowledge to the entire supply chain team. Work collaboratively with procurement counterpart to ensure goods arrive at the right place, at the right time, and at the right price to bring the greatest value to the enterprise.

US Distribution Manager - Supply chain

Regional Accounts Manager

Drive activities of 5 national/corporate accounts countrywide generating nearly ~$400M in sales annually. Pay quarterly visits to customer corporate offices and actively participate in business reviews. Manage and update customer contracts as appropriate; closely monitor contractual agreement compliance. Serve as chief resource for customers at all conventions and conferences.
Key Achievements:
Heightened customer profitability by devising methods to fully understand needs and goals, and proposing strategies for improvement.
Establish, fortify, and preserve critical relationships with customers' senior management and decision-makers.
Director of National Accounts; (2003 to 2006)
Promoted to handle all aspects of national clients' business. Ensured compliance with all contract components. Attended conventions and conferences and served as primary point of contact for customers. Performed a wide array of administrative functions, including executing tests, initiating promotions, changing SKUs, and tracking sales volumes. Forecasted, projected, and modified supply needs by teaming with internal purchasing managers/buyers and customer purchasing groups.
Key Achievements:
Improved customers' overall operations and satisfaction by monitoring and analyzing profitability, and then making sound recommendations.
Strengthened relationships with clients' senior management and key decision-makers.
Formulated strategies to minimize impact to company operations while implementing new and revised customer SKUs.

Director, Corporate Accounts

Increased scope of responsibility to include 560-restaurant multiple region account generating over $178M in gross sales. Minimized out-of-stock situations and maximized on-time deliveries, working jointly with warehouse, transportation, and customer service staff/management. Collaborated with buyers to assure optimal inventory levels for promotions; proactively resolve obsolete inventory problems; and facilitate maximum fill rates for deliveries. Helped fulfill requests for special reporting and system changes by working with IT department.  
Key Achievements:
Partnered with VP of Product Management to improve all aspects of distribution.
Finalized new 10-year agreement between franchise owners and SYGMA.
Spearheaded deployment and integration of electronic ordering/system changes for all 300+ corporate restaurants.
Developed and implemented new systems to ensure accurate and timely deliveries.

Director National Accounts

The SYGMA Network (A SYSCO Foods Company)

Charged with managing all facets of 4 key accounts on regional level.

Regional Sales Manager

Operations | Supply Chain | Inventory Management | Leadership | Distribution | Lean Six Sigma

At Nike, my focus is on pioneering distribution operations across Asia, Pacific, and Latin America, a role where my MBA and expertise in supply chain management converge to drive innovation and efficiency. Our team's efforts have improved key account management, leading to enhanced operational strategies and robust business development.

Previously, as Vice President and General Manager at Icon Foods, I cultivated executive leadership skills and a servant leadership style that has proven effective in empowering teams and advancing business objectives. My approach centers on delivering operational excellence and fostering sustainable growth, with a proven track record of implementing transformative initiatives that optimize distribution networks.

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