Steven J.

2022-04-01 - Today

Founder

• Deliver strategic and operational procurement solutions to clients across numerous industries and functions.

• Partner with cross-functional teams to develop sourcing strategies that deliver against business objectives.

• Use analytics to tell the story of what is driving performance, make data-driven decisions and improve efficiency.

2021-03-01 To 2022-03-01

Forward Sourcing Manager

• Drive implementation of multiple projects, working closely with cross-functional teams and resources to achieve project milestones, within established timeframes.

• Issue RFXs, analyze quotes, negotiate, and nominate suppliers for new product launches.

• Build strategic partnerships with suppliers to ensure that product quality, on-time delivery, and service levels are met across multiple product categories totaling over $100M annual spend.

2018-10-01 To 2021-03-01

Packaging Specifications Manager

• Authored plans and strategies, created measurable and trackable metrics, instituted new processes, and re-engineered existing processes to establish and continuously improve operational efficiencies.

• Implemented $350,000 in annual cost savings by reducing material costs and optimizing trailer/warehouse storage space.

2018-04-01 To 2018-10-01

External Consultant

• Served as packaging consultant tasked with identifying cost savings initiatives related to packaging inefficiencies and supplier noncompliance.

• Collaborated with XPO Logistics and Navistar to implement projects aimed at reducing annual transportation costs.

2017-02-01 To 2018-04-01

Packaging Engineer - Contractor

• Coordinated program launches in collaboration with component suppliers and internal manufacturing facilities from concept to final approval.

• Designed, developed, and approved packaging that minimized risk of damage, presented product optimally to operators, maximized pack density, and reduced overall cost.

2014-08-01 To 2016-09-01

Packaging Engineer

• Served as a packaging and logistics consultant for Daimler Trucks North America, conducting the necessary analyses to make informed decisions and achieve overall cost savings.

• Led and managed continuous improvement projects converting expendable packaging to standard returnable containers resulting in over $2 million annual savings.