ANDREW TUTTLE
Rockford,IL
Summary
Accomplished operations executive with extensive experience driving growth, efficiency, and innovation within the chemical distribution industry. Expertise includes overseeing complex supply chain operations, optimizing logistics, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Skilled in strategic planning, organizational development, and building high-performing teams to achieve operational excellence. Proven track record of streamlining processes, fostering strategic partnerships, and delivering sustainable growth. Leadership approach emphasizes a commitment to environmental stewardship, ethical practices, and aligning business objectives with long-term industry trends.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Operating Officer
Viking Chemical Company
01.2020 - Current
- Oversaw the successful management of an $18 million building project, ensuring completion on time and within budget to support organizational growth.
- Led the seamless integration of a $2 million acquisition, aligning operations and maximizing synergies to drive long-term value.
- Directly manage day-to-day operations across sales, purchasing, logistics, and overall organizational functions, including oversight of a fleet of 20 trucks and a state-of-the-art chemical blending operation to ensure product quality, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
- Manage a $50 million Profit & Loss (P&L) statement, driving financial performance, cost efficiency, and profitability through strategic planning and operational oversight.
Director of Supply Chain Management
Viking Chemical Company
11.2014 - Current
- Oversee a $25 million purchasing budget, optimizing procurement strategies and vendor relationships to ensure cost-effectiveness, quality, and supply chain reliability.Monitor forecasts and quotas to identify changes, or to determine the effect on supply chain activities
- Analyze inventories to determine how to increase inventory turns, reduce waste, and optimize customer service
- Implement new or improved supply chain processes
- Design or implement supply chains which support business strategies adapted to changing market conditions, new business opportunities, or cost reduction strategies
Buyer/Planner
Viking Chemical Company
10.2010 - 11.2014
- Negotiate prices, discount terms, and transportation arrangements for merchandise
- Examine, select, order, and purchase cost effectively, merchandise consistent with quality, quantity, specification requirements and other factors
- Monitor and analyze sales records, trends, and economic conditions to anticipate consumer buying patterns to determine what the company will sell and how much inventory is needed
- Set or recommend mark-up rates, and selling prices for commodities
Risk Manager
Workplace Staffing
02.2010 - 08.2010
- Produce reports and presentations which outline findings, explain risk positions, and recommend changes
- Develop contingency plans to deal with emergencies
- Develop and implement risk-assessment models and methodologies
Health & Safety Supervisor
United Parcel Service
07.2004 - 02.2010
- Investigate accidents to identify causes, or to determine how such accidents might be prevented in the future
- Inspect and evaluate workplace environments, equipment, or practices to ensure compliance with safety standards and government regulations
- Conduct safety training and education programs
- Demonstrate the use of safety equipment
- Develop, and present curriculum, and materials for new employee health and safety orientation
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Rockford University
Rockford, IL05.2009
Associate of Science - Business
Rock Valley College
Rockford, IL05.2007
Skills
- Change Management and Organizational Development
- Strategic Planning and Execution
- Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) Integration
- Supply Chain and Logistics Management
- Budgeting, Forecasting, and Financial Oversight
- Market Analysis and Strategic Partnerships
- Stakeholder Engagement and Relationship Management
- Negotiation and Vendor Management
Emerging Leaders Program
Alliance for Chemical Distribution (ACD) - Emerging Leaders program is designed for motivated professionals ready to advance into senior leadership roles within the chemical distribution industry.
2012-2014
Ambassador Award
Chemical Distribution Network (CDN) - In Recognition for Outstanding Leadership, Dedication and Support for our Members, Business Partners and the CDN Collaborative Business Model - June 2016
Timeline
Chief Operating Officer
Viking Chemical Company
01.2020 - Current
Director of Supply Chain Management
Viking Chemical Company
11.2014 - Current
Buyer/Planner
Viking Chemical Company
10.2010 - 11.2014
Risk Manager
Workplace Staffing
02.2010 - 08.2010
Health & Safety Supervisor
United Parcel Service
07.2004 - 02.2010
Associate of Science - Business
Rock Valley College
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Rockford University
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