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David Patton

Happy Valley,OR

Summary

Dynamic and strategic professional with 25 years of expertise in operational strategies, global supply chain management, and business development. Renowned for visionary leadership and exceptional communication skills, fostering organizational improvement through empathy, patience, and adaptability. Proven ability to drive growth by making decisive choices, spearheading strategic initiatives, and consistently achieving ambitious objectives. Skilled in simplifying complex challenges, reducing costs, and enhancing productivity while prioritizing job satisfaction, with a commitment to actionable solutions that efficiently address operational issues.

Overview

41
41
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Operations Manager, Robotic Floor

Amazon
01.2023 - Current
  • Leads a team of salaried and hourly employees to achieve top performance in safety, quality, productivity, and attendance. Transformed a previously underperforming team to the second highest ranking within three months and the top position within five months. Reduced team absenteeism from 34% to 7% in one year, now consistently at 3.83% year over year. Developed and executed productivity plans, reducing required labor by 21% and redistributing resources to support other teams. Collaborates with departments including Safety, Engineering, Loss Prevention, and Quality Assurance to develop quantifiable plans aligned with business goals.

Operations Manager, Deli Division

The Albertsons Companies
01.2020 - 01.2023
  • Negotiated contracts to achieve a 21% reduction in COGS. Increased sales revenue by 28% and expanded SKUs by 2% to address out-of-stock issues. Drove operational costs down by 31%, boosting gross profit from 36% to 43%. Forecasted demand using historical and current data, cutting distress from 19.5% to 2.3% and saving $81k in one fiscal year. Improved vendor compliance by 17% through KPI tracking. Authored policies and procedures to maintain an “A” rating from the Oregon Health Authority and trained staff extensively.

Technical Director of Live Events

ENTOLO
01.2016 - 01.2020
  • Managed all aspects of live event production, from scope and design through budgeting, asset management, and execution. Collaborated closely with producers to determine timelines and requirements based on design, location, and budget. Negotiated with leading service providers for best-value equipment and labor. Built and led a multidisciplinary team to deliver consistently on expectations and budgets. Notable credits include launches and events for PlayStation, Microsoft, Billboard Music Awards, SAP, John Deere, MacWorld, Disney, Marvel Studios, Sony, and the Clinton Global Initiative.

Head of Supply Chain Management

AVP, Nationwide Inc.
01.2015 - 01.2016
  • Led transformation of supply chain management using six core organizational elements. Implemented a team-based structure with clearly defined roles and responsibilities, elevating efficiency and ownership. Developed a proprietary scorecard system to measure supplier and employee performance, standardizing sourcing, procurement, and logistics. Cultivated a culture of continuous improvement. Shifted from reactive to proactive purchasing, reducing cost avoidance by 26%, increasing DIFOT by 19%, and improving contract compliance by 29%. Negotiated with multiple freight providers to lower transportation costs by 28%.

Director of Supply Chain Management

Blue Planet
01.2014 - 01.2015
  • Redesigned the business model to highlight the value of supply chain teams and implemented best practices for operational savings and efficiency. Fostered strategic sourcing relationships, improving product quality and controlling costs. Developed assessment tools for labor, productivity, inventory, and stocking strategies. Reduced fixed spending by 12%, variable overhead by 19%, product replacement cost by 43%, and increased DIFOT to 96%.

NVP of Sales and Operations

Stage Call Productions, Inc.
01.2007 - 01.2012
  • Pioneered a new model for specialized union labor payroll services for major events across North America. Negotiated mutually beneficial contracts, reducing labor costs by 41% while offering higher union wages. Provided on-site management, ensuring contractual compliance and labor cost control. This approach significantly boosted EBITDA year-over-year, with increases ranging from 47% to 71%.

National Asset Manager

PRG, LLC
01.1992 - 01.2012
  • Created and established the role to proactively manage theatrical equipment across 22 North American locations. Increased utilization from 38% to 61% over two years, improved ROI, reduced CAPEX by $1.1M, and cut sub-rentals by 83%. Founded an asset transportation division, yielding significant cost savings and generating profit by transporting third-party freight.

Director of Global Operations

PRG, LLC
01.1996 - 01.2007
  • Approached operations with research-driven, organized strategies, focusing on key opportunities for growth and change. Implemented LEAN management processes, reducing overhead by 13% ($2.1M). Developed a self-assessment culture, reducing turnover from 13% to 4% and absenteeism from 9% to 3%. Communicated clear goals and expectations aligned with company values through detailed documentation.

Director of Global Supply Chain Management

PRG, LLC
01.1994 - 01.2007
  • Managed a cross-functional, multinational team in the development and execution of end-to-end supply chain processes. Integrated order and inventory management systems built robust supplier partnerships, and improved quality and market share. Reduced product replacement costs by 43% and increased on-time delivery from 59% to 92%. Implemented advanced planning and optimization systems and initiated risk management strategies with alternative suppliers.

Gaffer/Chief Lighting Technician

PRG, LLC dba Cinema Services
01.1988 - 01.1992
  • Supervised electrical teams for films, television, music videos, and commercials. Responsible for designing lighting schemes to create atmosphere and support storytelling.

Best Boy Electric

Cinema Services
01.1985 - 01.1988
  • Led daily operations of the electrical crew, including hiring, paperwork, and payroll. Negotiated union agreements and ensured smooth crew management.

Education

Master’s Degree - Industrial/Organizational Psychology

Pacifica Graduate Institute

Bachelor’s Degree - Business Administration

University of Nevada Las Vegas

Skills

  • Asset Management
  • Operational Strategies
  • Global Supply Chain Management
  • Contractual Compliance
  • Strategic Sourcing Procurement
  • Team Development
  • Process Improvement Strategies
  • Cross-functional Leadership
  • Systems Implementation
  • Business Development

Accomplishments

  • Earned the “Best Production Company” Award in 2005 for Broadway and The West End.

Certification

  • Leading for Organizational Impact
  • Navigating Change
  • Leading Strategically
  • Coaching for Greater Effectiveness

Languages

French
Professional Working

Timeline

Operations Manager, Robotic Floor

Amazon
01.2023 - Current

Operations Manager, Deli Division

The Albertsons Companies
01.2020 - 01.2023

Technical Director of Live Events

ENTOLO
01.2016 - 01.2020

Head of Supply Chain Management

AVP, Nationwide Inc.
01.2015 - 01.2016

Director of Supply Chain Management

Blue Planet
01.2014 - 01.2015

NVP of Sales and Operations

Stage Call Productions, Inc.
01.2007 - 01.2012

Director of Global Operations

PRG, LLC
01.1996 - 01.2007

Director of Global Supply Chain Management

PRG, LLC
01.1994 - 01.2007

National Asset Manager

PRG, LLC
01.1992 - 01.2012

Gaffer/Chief Lighting Technician

PRG, LLC dba Cinema Services
01.1988 - 01.1992

Best Boy Electric

Cinema Services
01.1985 - 01.1988

Bachelor’s Degree - Business Administration

University of Nevada Las Vegas

Master’s Degree - Industrial/Organizational Psychology

Pacifica Graduate Institute

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