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Elm Valle

Elm Valle

Summary

Energetic Senior Director level of Supply Chain, Operations, and Manufacturing with over 25 years of diverse experience in multiple industries. Proven history of developing high performing teams through servant-leadership, visionary strategy, and execution. Seeking advancement as a Vice President or higher position that will challenge my abilities and utilize my talents to their fullest. Dynamic Director oversees every facet of production with strong project management and decision-making skills. Brings comprehensive knowledge of [Type] production writing, planning and technical operations. Skilled at coordinating production plans and personnel resources to complete work under tight deadlines.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

DIRECTOR, INTEGRATED SUPPLY CHAIN

Dril-Quip
10.2019 - 08.2023
  • Responsible for Manufacturing Operations and Supply Chain for the Downhole Tools Business Unit with a $80 Million Profit & Loss responsibility, $40 Million Purchasing, $5 Million Logistical Spend, and $12 Million of Inventory – spanning 7 countries.
  • Departments Managed: Purchasing/Sourcing, Inventory, SIOP/S&OP, Manufacturing, Quality, Scheduling, and Sales Administration, Supplier Quality Engineering, and Safety.
  • Developed multiple employees to leaders within my group.
  • Achieved 50% Gross Margins in Business Unit and 30% Growth for 2 Years consecutive.
  • Up to 90% On Time Delivery and First Pass Yield Manufacturing.
  • Reduced Logistical costs by 50% through contract development and consolidation.
  • Achieved 20% Savings against Revenue on Strategic Frame Agreements with suppliers.
  • Operations Decision Maker in Mergers / Acquisition Activities.
  • Establish and execute Lean Six Sigma Programs, Goal Deployment Process, and Continuous Improvements

DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS

AmeriGas PTI
10.2016 - 10.2019
  • Accountable for a $80 Million Profit & Loss Statement with responsibility of Transportation, Logistics, and Rail Operations with 6 direct reports, 320 indirect, 300 power units, 600 trailers servicing 2000 retail partners, 20 supply terminals, and 80 carriers, valuing over $300 Million in assets.
  • Departments Managed: Safety, Transportation Operations, Maintenance, Fleet, and Scheduling.
  • Increased Revenue YOY by an average of 15%.
  • Increased EBITDA by 30% over previous year and 10% above target.
  • Develop Growth and Sales strategy to increase market share and profitability of the P&L.
  • Develop annual CAPEX and OPEX budgets to ensure profitability and align to corporate strategic goals.

GLOBAL DIRECTOR OF SUPPLY CHAIN

Geokinetics Inc
10.2013 - 10.2016
  • Created the company's first Supply Chain organization that encompassed 22 direct reports and 30 functional reports that managed $1.5 Billion of spend of procurement, logistics, warehousing, and inventory.
  • Global Scope in 20 different countries.
  • Achieved as the 12th company in Houston to be awarded the CTPAT Center of Excellence Certificate.
  • Developed the Global Supply Chain Strategy to include Procure-to-Pay, Asset Management, Inventory, Global Logistics, Import/Export Compliance, Global Travel, and Supplier Management.
  • Achieved 20% Cost Savings on 18 international shipping lanes.
  • Complete Reengineering of Procurement, Logistics & Trade Compliance, Travel, Asset Management, and Contracts execution that enable 40% faster execution but increased Risk Mitigation, Cost Savings, Transparency, and Efficiency.

EXECUTIVE CONSULTANT

Various
04.2007 - 10.2013
  • Strategy & operations consulting services to Fortune 500 companies, such as Harris Caprock, Deloitte, Resources Global, Dell Computers, Superior Offshore, Weatherford International, Pride International, and Energy XXI.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by implementing customized consulting strategies tailored to their unique business challenges.
  • Developed effective project management processes for timely delivery of high-quality solutions, ensuring client success.
  • Conduct continual Process Improvement and Value Stream Optimization for Supply Chains and Shared Services utilizing LEAN, Six Sigma, and Value Stream Analysis that improve cycle times by 60%, reduce operational costs by 20%, provide productivity gains by 20%, and provide root cause analysis.
  • Lead ERP/Systems Enhancements – Gather Business Requirements, Technology Selections, IT Project Management, and Evaluate Business Processes and synchronize with IT tools, Functional Development, Scenario Testing, User Acceptance, and Implementations.
  • Provide Consulting to Supply Chain functions to include Logistic, Strategic Source, Inventory Management, Purchasing, and Import/Export teams. Provide SME knowledge on Purchase to Pay.
  • Managed multiple major projects streams to include Software Selection & Implementation, Negotiations, and Strategic Sourcing. Conducted the project monitoring and controlling to include resource planning, timeline management, and budget tracking.

MAJOR PROJECT LEAD

Shell-Motiva JV
08.2005 - 04.2007
  • Support all refinery Capital Projects of $5 Million or over from AFE creation to supply chain execution of Purchasing, Logistics, and Finance.
  • Managed simultaneously multiple projects to ensure on time project delivery and execution to budget.
  • Project Management over Inventory, Transportation, Procurement, and Delivery.
  • Responsible for the $500M CAPEX controls from AFE development to budgeting to NPV and ROI.
  • Provided Cost Leadership Analyses for Projects with $300M CAPEX and $20M OPEX budgets.
  • Manage all Contracts and Procurement support for Capital Projects to ensure cost savings and utilization of alliance agreements.
  • Provide Supply Chain support for Refinery Turnarounds.

GENERAL MANAGER

Home Depot
11.2002 - 02.2005
  • Accountable for several profit & loss statements ranging from $20 Million to $50 Million as the General Manager for various Home Depot Retail locations.
  • Developed multi-site sales and development strategy.
  • Managed / Conducted Six Sigma Improvement projects that increased Operational Efficiency by 25% in challenged freight areas.
  • Successfully managed an underperforming $30 million P&L by increasing sales by an average of 20% comparable sales and gross margin by 10%.
  • Provided business analysis, reports, and presentations to the Executives: CEO, CFO, Division Presidents, and Regional Vice Presidents.

REGIONAL MANAGER

Arch Chemicals
11.2001 - 11.2002
  • Regional Manager for a $300 Million Distribution company Responsible for the site selection, set up, and daily operations of 8 distribution centers to service Wal-Mart.
  • Developed Distribution Strategy for high profile clients such as Wal-mart.
  • Managed inventory and logistics for over $10 million of weekly inventory, across 8 distribution centers.
  • Improved regional distribution speed and accuracy by 25% by reorganizing warehouse operations.
  • Provided quality assurance by validating BOL, POD, Invoices, Purchase Orders, Quality, and HAZCOM.

US ARMY OFFICER - CAPTAIN

US ARMY
08.1996 - 11.2001
  • Commissioned US Army Officer Armor Branch
  • Served in multiple capacities and functions through deployments and garrison activities
  • Highest Rank Achieved: Captain.
  • Chief Support Operations Branch – Armor Training Center.
  • Managed the installation human capital and support of Fort Knox Projects, encompassing 10,000 soldiers and $500M of equipment.
  • Coordinated mission critical materials and supplies to units to include supply chain planning, transportation, and personnel.
  • Additional Military Duties/Titles: HAZMAT Officer, Transportation/Movement Officer, Information Security Officer, Logistics Officer, and Resource Procurement duties.

Education

MASTERS OF DIVINITY - Christian Leadership

Cavalary Chapel University
01.2024

MASTERS OF SCIENCE - Administration & Business

Central Michigan University
01.2001

BACHELOR OF ARTS - Psychology

Univsity of California, Davis
01.1996

Skills

  • Supply Chain & Logistics
  • Strategic Sourcing & Procurement
  • Manufacturing & Planning
  • Profit and Loss Statements
  • Process Improvement
  • Six Sigma Lean Black Belt
  • Project Management
  • Mergers & Acquisitions
  • Strategy Development
  • SIOP / S&OP
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Operations Management
  • Project Coordination
  • Strategic Planning
  • Contract and Vendor Management
  • Negotiation
  • Performance Management
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Change Management
  • Quality Assurance
  • Performance Improvement
  • Business Forecasting
  • KPI Tracking
  • Business Planning

Certification

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt

Six Sigma Black Belt (Level 1)

IBM Project Management Certification

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
Spanish
Limited Working
Tagalog
Limited Working

References

  • Les Watson, President, 713-822-9065, les.watson@pentagonfreight.com
  • Troy Matherne, Chief Information Officer, 281-414-7409, troy@troymatherne.com
  • Raj Kumar, Chief Financial Officer, raj1272@gmail.com
  • Darren Johnson, Vice President, Operations, 281-883-8155, darrenj@protonmail.com
  • Michael Wells, Vice President, 615-335-1223, wells.michael@gmail.com
  • Joe Bento, Chief Commercial Officer, 832-642-6571, les.watson@pentagonfreight.com
  • Hernando Chavez, Chief Financial Officer, 832-980-8245, chavez.hernando@yahoo.com
  • Mark Tripsa, Dril-Quip, Vice President, 832-290-9960

Timeline

DIRECTOR, INTEGRATED SUPPLY CHAIN

Dril-Quip
10.2019 - 08.2023

DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS

AmeriGas PTI
10.2016 - 10.2019

GLOBAL DIRECTOR OF SUPPLY CHAIN

Geokinetics Inc
10.2013 - 10.2016

EXECUTIVE CONSULTANT

Various
04.2007 - 10.2013

MAJOR PROJECT LEAD

Shell-Motiva JV
08.2005 - 04.2007

GENERAL MANAGER

Home Depot
11.2002 - 02.2005

REGIONAL MANAGER

Arch Chemicals
11.2001 - 11.2002

US ARMY OFFICER - CAPTAIN

US ARMY
08.1996 - 11.2001

MASTERS OF DIVINITY - Christian Leadership

Cavalary Chapel University

MASTERS OF SCIENCE - Administration & Business

Central Michigan University

BACHELOR OF ARTS - Psychology

Univsity of California, Davis

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