Jason Swatek

 SNAPSHOT: Consult with variety of companies, domestic and international start-ups to Fortune 300, leveraging effective sales inventory operations planning (SIOP) and lean strategies to help them overcome business deficiencies, reduce expenses, increase efficiency, and boost customer satisfaction.  EXPERTISE AND STRATEGIES EMPLOYED: collaborating with executives and managers, problem-solving with cross-functional teams, analyzing demand/capacity curve, designing product ratio portfolio, identifying improvements, formulating lean initiatives, training personnel (department managers to shop-floor)  SELECT ASSIGNMENTS AND RESULTS:  U.K. alloy casting company: improved on-time delivery 25%, reduced past-due backlog £15 million, increased operational efficiency 10% and decreased workforce needs 33%.  Ohio-based foundry: improved on-time delivery 5%, reduced past-due backlog $4.5 million, gained a 30% uptick in production, and set in motion lean manufacturing initiatives.  Hong Kong-based manufacturer: enhanced visual management tools, drove down quality escape by 20%, and restored customer confidence.  Virginia-based start-up manufacturer of automotive aftermarket components: reduced cost structure by 60%, secured new domestic and global suppliers, and negotiated optimum pricing terms.

 SNAPSHOT: Following two years directing supply chain operations, I was promoted to oversee the parent company’s largest operating site, with 4 facilities and ~1,400 employees. I managed P&L for all 4 sites, achieving the highest revenue gains in company history.  EXPERTISE AND STRATEGIES EMPLOYED: collaborating with engineering and product development group, spearheading continuous improvement/lean initiatives, implementing visual management tools, data analysis, and strategic pricing model.  SELECT RESULTS:  Enabled optimal demand/capacity alignment by ushering in transition from a three-shift/5-day to 24/7 mainstream operation.  Oversaw launch of 4 new product lines/two new technologies in U.S. market.  Offset competitive pricing pressures at a historic high.  Codeveloped and implemented an effective strategy for retaining key accounts in the midst of market consolidation and downsizing.

 SNAPSHOT: Joined the company on the heels of an eight-year growth spurt, providing leadership over three teams (manufacturing, facilities, and distribution) of ~120 personnel in planning, procurement, transportation, and materials management. In this role I coached, trained and developed eight direct reports.  EXPERTISE AND STRATEGIES EMPLOYED: establishing operational standards and processes, implementing RFID technology, introducing strict cycle-count programs, initiating spend analysis/spend management and best cost pricing strategies (BCCS), negotiating long-term purchase agreements with suppliers  SELECT RESULTS:  Steered opening of a 330,000-sq.-ft. distribution center that saved company ~$2 million in offsite storage.  Increased throughput 15%.  Eliminated more than $100,000 in annual inventory write offs and improved inventory accuracy.  Saved ~2% in annual material spend and increased BCC from 5% to 15%.

 SNAPSHOT: Initially I was brought onboard to manage purchasing, warehouse, and scheduling (~25 staff) and I quickly assumed added responsibility for managing division operations for both domestic and international sites (75 additional staff). The current downturn in the economic climate had resulted in a 40% sales drop, so I was heavily focused on increasing profits.  EXPERTISE AND STRATEGIES EMPLOYED: implementing visual management tools and lean initiatives, improving shop floor processes, reducing overtime, negotiating supplier agreements, implementing regular warehouse cycle counts, introducing consignment programs  SELECT RESULTS:  Produced $3.3-million annualized savings.  Spurred $1-million inventory reduction while increasing customer satisfaction.  Realized 7% productivity gain and improved throughput while reducing headcount.  Launched High Performance Teams corporate initiative.

 SNAPSHOT: With oversight for 30 direct and indirect reports, I generated cost savings and influenced product enhancements, working with engineers, developers, designers and vendors.  EXPERTISE AND STRATEGIES EMPLOYED: sourcing and validating domestic and international vendors, negotiating with suppliers, streamlining purchasing and logistics functions  SELECT RESULTS:  Achieved $1.3-million cost savings first four months on the job  Increased on-time shipping 25%, reduced labor downtime 15%, and increased revenue 10%  Reduced freight costs 10% without increasing labor or disrupting production and delivery.

 SNAPSHOT: Following the recent acquisition of a private manufacturer, I was promoted to help integrate experienced workforce into Falcon’s operations and requirements. I managed a supply chain with $12 million annual purchases and $7 million on-hand inventory and served as the liaison between research and development and vendors to manufacture new products.  SELECT RESULTS:  Pioneered direct buying for international purchasing.  Reduced annual inventory expenditures 25%.  Slashed material costs by $500,000.

 SNAPSHOT: Managed $17 million in commodities annually, streamlining supply chain by defining/implementing initial processes for purchasing, inventory control, order processing, shipping and receiving. Develop corporate contract for five U.S. and two Mexico facilities.  SELECT RESULTS:  Facilitated $1.5 million annual savings, consolidated vendor base for 9 commodities, and reduced suppliers from 200 to 11.

 SNAPSHOT: Took the lead in implementing procedures for purchasing, inventory control, order entry, shipping and receiving.  SELECT RESULTS:  Produced 40% annual savings on cost of goods sold (COGS).