Andrew Lambie
Appleton
Summary
Operations and Supply Chain Leader with a strong record in driving warehouse efficiency and scalability. Successfully managed a $2.2 million warehouse startup and consolidation, optimizing a 220,000 sq. ft. facility and reducing labor by 6 FTEs. Expertise in implementing KPI-driven processes that enhance inventory accuracy and operational performance.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Materials Manager
Pierce Manufacturing (Oshkosh Corporation)
Appleton
10.2023 - Current
- Lead multi-site warehouse and materials operations supporting complex manufacturing environments while driving operational efficiency, scalability, and network optimization.
- Served as project manager and capital owner for a $2.2 million warehouse startup and consolidation initiative, leading acquisition, design, and operational launch of a 220,000 sq. ft. facility that centralized five warehouse locations into a single operation.
- Directed relocation of 600 racking bays, 20 material handling equipment assets, and approximately $35 million in inventory while maintaining uninterrupted production support and service levels.
- Reduced labor requirements by 6 FTEs through facility consolidation, warehouse optimization, and redesigned material flow processes.
- Managed a $2.2 million capital budget supporting facility startup, racking systems, material handling equipment, IT infrastructure, and operational readiness activities.
- Implemented inventory control processes across approximately 10,000 SKUs, reducing on-hand inventory by approximately $1 million.
- Developed KPI dashboards and performance management systems to improve inventory accuracy, throughput, and operational performance.
- Partnered with senior leadership on facility strategy, labor planning, operational improvements, and long-term growth initiatives.
Materials Manager
SD Wheel
Wrightstown
05.2023 - 10.2023
- Led warehouse and inventory operations supporting a rapidly growing eCommerce business.
- Implemented KPI-driven management processes and workforce accountability systems.
- Launched cross-dock operations and redesigned warehouse workflows to improve labor utilization, throughput, and customer service.
IT Business Analyst Sr (Supply Chain)
Pierce Manufacturing (Oshkosh Corporation)
Appleton
10.2021 - 05.2023
- Led warehouse systems integration and ERP upgrade activities including DSI/RF implementation, testing, training, data conversion, and go-live support.
- Partnered with operations leadership to design warehouse layouts, material flow strategies, and inventory management processes.
- Served as primary liaison between operations and IT teams while developing reporting tools and performance metrics.
Materials Supervisor
Pierce Manufacturing (Oshkosh Corporation)
Appleton
09.2017 - 09.2021
- Led warehouse and materials operations across two shifts, managing 20 hourly associates and 2 salaried leaders.
- Led relocation and startup of a 20,000+ SKU warehouse operation while maintaining production support.
- Drove labor planning, workflow optimization, inventory accuracy, and leadership development.
Materials Specialist
Pierce Manufacturing
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Supported inventory planning, Kanban implementation, cycle counting, and warehouse operations improvement initiatives.
Logistics Analyst
Appvion
01.2012 - 01.2016
- Supported distribution, inventory planning, forecasting, and logistics operations across a multi-site network.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Operations Management
University of Wisconsin–Oshkosh
Skills
- Demand Planning
- Inventory Optimization
- Lean Operations
- SIOP
- Kanban
- Value Stream Mapping
- Tiered Daily Management
- Quality Management
- SQL
- Excel
- Power Query
- Power BI
- JDE
- Oracle
- Net Suite
- DSI/RF
Systems And Methodologies
JDE, Oracle, Net Suite, DSI/RF, SQL, Excel, Power Query, Power BI, PFEP, Kanban, SIOP, Value Stream Mapping, Tiered Daily Management, Lean Operations, Inventory Optimization, ISO Documentation
Selected Achievements
- Directed a $2.2 million warehouse startup and consolidation project, serving as project manager and capital owner for the acquisition, design, and launch of a 220,000 sq. ft. facility that consolidated five warehouse locations into a centralized operation.
- Relocated 600 racking bays, 20 material handling equipment assets, and approximately $35 million in inventory while maintaining operational continuity and reducing labor requirements by 8 FTEs.
- Delivered more than $5.4 million in material planning and inventory optimization savings across FY24–FY25.
- Reduced on-hand inventory by approximately $1 million through enhanced inventory visibility and planning controls.
- Established KPI-driven operational reporting supporting strategic planning, labor management, and executive decision-making.
Timeline
Senior Materials Manager
Pierce Manufacturing (Oshkosh Corporation)
10.2023 - Current
Materials Manager
SD Wheel
05.2023 - 10.2023
IT Business Analyst Sr (Supply Chain)
Pierce Manufacturing (Oshkosh Corporation)
10.2021 - 05.2023
Materials Supervisor
Pierce Manufacturing (Oshkosh Corporation)
09.2017 - 09.2021
Materials Specialist
Pierce Manufacturing
01.2016 - 01.2017
Logistics Analyst
Appvion
01.2012 - 01.2016
Bachelor of Business Administration - Operations Management
University of Wisconsin–Oshkosh