Chris Taylor
Yorba Linda,CA
Summary
Seasoned Supply Chain Leader with a robust history at PepsiCo, technically competent in end to end Supply Chain Operations from Raw Materials to Go To Market. Adept with employee relations embodying charismatic leadership. Excelled in crafting innovative SC solutions, achieving significant cost reductions, and mentoring teams for peak performance. Expert in business strategy and multitasking, consistently delivering results beyond expectations.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Supply Chain Readiness Director
PFNA
Yorba Linda, CA
01.2023 - Current
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired OSS to supply knowledge of SC Operations
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals to meet readiness objectives in support of PGT.
- Led cross-functional teams in the development of innovative solutions to complex problems encountered during PGT
- Mitigated business risks by working closely with staff members and assessing performance.
Site Director
PepsiCo
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
04.2019 - 12.2022
- Created detailed reports and presentations for senior management, outlining progress on key initiatives.
- Oversaw inventory management activities for finished goods and raw materials.
- Supervised a team of 12 Sr Leaders responsible to execute annually the production of 140 million pounds of finished product and a $65 million manufacturing and $60 million Warehouse and Logistics budget supporting over 1,000 site employees
- Identified potential risks associated with certain tasks or activities and implemented mitigation strategies accordingly.
- Successfully led the site through COVID-19 epidemic maintaining all manufacturing, warehouse and logistics capacity at pre-COVID levels while maintaing compliance with all California and Federal Safety Standards
Director of Transportation
Frito-Lay
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
02.2002 - 04.2018
- Created and enforced policies and procedures for the entire West Region logistics team (six Traffic Centers).
- Collaborated with senior transportation leaders and corporate compensation to revise the CA OTR pay strategy and to enhance and optimize pay strategies for all West locations, significantly improving retention and efficiency.
- Developed and collaborated with local site leadership on the implementation of cost-effective transportation solutions to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
Director of Warehouse Operations
Frito-Lay
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
02.2002 - 04.2017
- Led the design, implementation, and change management of the 70 million dollar GES conversion, and the first-ever PFNA 3rd party off-site FSV operation.
- Piloted multiple projects for PFNA, including CNG for traffic, and EP for warehouse operations.
- Led the Bulk 24 team that was responsible for 140,000 cases shipped per week in direct support of the largest zone in PFNA (Inland Empire).
- Led and supported the operational efficiency and service performance of PFNA's largest food service vending operation.
Various Supply Chain Roles
Frito-Lay
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
02.1994 - 02.2002
- Served in the Persian Gulf War in Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm, in addition to counter-narcotic operations in Central and South America.
- Led manufacturing supply chain teams at both the Cucamonga and Kern sites, responsible for the development of various shift production teams, all regulatory compliance, and personnel safety of those teams, as well as overall operational efficiency.
- I worked on both 2nd and 3rd shift, supporting those teams for a combined total of 4 years.
- Continuous Improvement Certified.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Operations Management
Villanova University
Villanova, PA05-1990
Skills
- Warehouse Operations
- Logistics and Transportation
- Development and Mentoring of others
- Business strategy and Implementation
- Change Management
- Food Safety
- Regulatory Compliance
- Cross Functional Integration
Timeline
Supply Chain Readiness Director
PFNA
01.2023 - Current
Site Director
PepsiCo
04.2019 - 12.2022
Director of Transportation
Frito-Lay
02.2002 - 04.2018
Director of Warehouse Operations
Frito-Lay
02.2002 - 04.2017
Various Supply Chain Roles
Frito-Lay
02.1994 - 02.2002
Bachelor of Arts - Operations Management
Villanova University
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