Billy Hendrickson
St Louis,MO
Summary
Results-driven executive with 18 years of experience in contract manufacturing, operations management, and business development. Proven track record in scaling mid-sized manufacturing operations, executing growth plans, and fostering strong client relationships. Skilled at identifying business opportunities, developing tailored solutions, and optimizing operations for exceptional performance. Collaborative leader adept at aligning cross-functional teams with strategic objectives.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Executive Officer/President and Founder
CentraPac
St. Louis, MO
01.2023 - Current
- Established a fully operational co-packing business and spearheaded the facility build-out, including budget creation, production operations setup, and the layout of both equipment and facilities. Led the development of the organizational and operations teams, securing key initial customers. Oversaw all aspects of the operation, with the first year's projected tolling revenue (fill-charge only) expected to reach $1.5 million. Additionally, I created a strategic growth plan to capitalize on the significant unused capacity by forming new partnerships and expanding service offerings.
General Manager/President
CTR Manufacturing
St. Louis, MO
01.2019 - 01.2023
- Led day-to-day operations and general management, overseeing key performance indicators (KPIs), line efficiencies, and the quality management system. Directed the achievement of production and staff goals, while managing a $4 to $5 million budget in tolling (fill-charge only) revenue. Oversaw affiliated venture projects and cultivated strategic relationships with local community and political leaders to support business growth. Played a critical role in mergers and acquisitions, ensuring smooth transitions and integration. Acted as a primary liaison between overseas ownership and local administrative personnel, building and maintaining key business relationships. Additionally, developed and implemented business policies that aligned with and promoted the company's culture and long-term vision.
Chief Executive Officer/President/Founder
CoPac Manufacturing
St. Louis, MO
01.2010 - 01.2019
- Founded and built a contract packaging startup and oversaw all aspects of the business, including identifying customers and business opportunities, building and managing a team, obtaining financing, and overseeing the process of establishing operations. Provided executive leadership, general management, sales, marketing, and business development with an emphasis on strategy, vision, and big-picture thinking. Developed customer relationships, collaborated with product developers, crafted innovative solutions, and streamlined processes to reduce unnecessary expenses.
- Managed a budget of $2 to $3 million and drove profit goals while investing in people and building organizations through strategic alliances and partner channels. Achieved $3.5 million in tolling (fill-charge only) revenue in 2019. Designed and oversaw a $1.5 million facility build-out, retrofit, and move.
- Merged with CTR Group, a multinational business seeking a foothold in the US in 2019.
Sales Manager
Cobitco
Chesterfield, MO
01.2005 - 01.2010
- Focused on liquid and aerosol filling and product sales for services, specialty branded consumer product lines, and a proprietary retail product line for the Jan-San market.
- Supervised sales personnel, developed sales plan, and set sales targets.
- Oversaw the manufacturing process to manage cost controls and ensure timely deliveries. Established customer relationships and industry connections in contract packaging.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Fontbonne University
St. Louis, MOSkills
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Strategic Leadership
- Customer service
- Strategic Business Planning
- Sales Strategy
- Process Improvement Oversight
- Strategic Planning and Development
- Business start up
- Networking and Relationship Development
- Budget management
- Product Innovation
- Process Development
- Workforce Training
- Operations management
- Performance management
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Objective Development & Oversight
- Project Management
Timeline
Chief Executive Officer/President and Founder
CentraPac
01.2023 - Current
General Manager/President
CTR Manufacturing
01.2019 - 01.2023
Chief Executive Officer/President/Founder
CoPac Manufacturing
01.2010 - 01.2019
Sales Manager
Cobitco
01.2005 - 01.2010
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Fontbonne University
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