Todd Stratton
Operations Director
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Results-oriented Operations Director with extensive experience in manufacturing operations, supply chain management, and product development. Proven track record of achieving company goals, optimizing systems and procedures, and driving success across the organization. Skilled in managing staff, vendors, and suppliers, and implementing cost-saving measures to improve profitability. Strong expertise in quality control, ERP systems, and facilities management.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Director
G-FORCE Racing Gear
Acworth, GA
01.2020 - Current
- Assisted in purchase of failing brand and stabilized sales and customer relations during change over
- Cut overhead costs by 50% while improving fulfillment rates over 30% in first year of operations
- Increased sales by 82% over two years. Became profitable for first time in 4 years
- Oversee daily operations of warehouse and facilities
- Manage staff and ensure accurate fulfillment of orders
- Manage inventory and assure accurate counts and efficient storage
- Manage inbound and outbound freight including negotiating rates and managing imports and duties
- Purchasing
- Quality control and checks on all products
- Maintain ERP software (Odoo) and related IT needs
- Identified procedure or process changes required to improve performance and productivity.
- Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.
- Managed AR and AP and ensured timely payment of invoices with customers
Automotive Restoration Specialist
Georgia Classic Fords
Holly Springs, GA
08.2018 - 12.2019
- Responsible for mechanical, electrical, and interior restoration of classic and vintage cars to as new condition
- Communicate with customers and coordinate with their budget and timeline to ensure satisfaction with completed project
- Ensure all work meets exacting international concourse standards set by auto clubs
- Estimate costs and source appropriate period correct or upgrade parts as required by customer or project guidelines
- Maintain project schedules and timely delivery
- Maintain vendor relations and manage on time delivery of parts and supplies
- Manage invoicing and billing of labor times and parts markups
Purchasing Manager
G-FORCE Racing Gear
Roswell, GA
01.2002 - 06.2018
- Oversee company membership in industry standards body (SFI, SNELL, FIA)
- Source entire product line from domestic and international suppliers
- Design and test products to meet stringent industry standards
- Manage domestic production facilities and staff
- Use MAS 500 and Acumatica software to track and maintain inventory
- Maintain relations with vendors
- Developed QC procedures and receiving processes
- Wrote standard operating procedures for department.
- Facilitated resolution of vendor disputes and discrepancies.
- Monitored inventory levels and avoided shortages with timely replenishment of stock.
- Track materials usage in production and minimize wastage
Custom Service Manager
G-FORCE Racing Gear
Roswell, GA
06.1998 - 01.2002
- Managed and trained dealer representative and sales staff
- Developed training materials for sales staff
- Created targeted sales program to increase sales
- Hired and trained all new CSRs
- Improved employee retention to maintain customer service and sales standards
Mechanic
Z Service Unlimited
Marietta, GA
10.1997 - 06.1998
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs.
- Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, and maintaining supplies.
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
Fabricator
Robinson Racing Enterprises
Cumming, GA
09.1995 - 08.1997
- Operated welding equipment to assemble and repair metal structures and elements.
- Worked with presses, saws and drills to manipulate metal components for structural fabrication.
- Cut, bent and shaped metal sheets and components to meet specific project requirements.
- Designed, cut, bent, and installed Sportscar Club Of America safety cells in customer cars.
- Repaired damaged chassis and suspension components.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical Engineering
Ohio State University
Columbus, OHSome College (No Degree) - Mechanical Engineering
Southern Polytechnic State University
Marietta, GASkills
Purchasingundefined
Timeline
Operations Director
G-FORCE Racing Gear
01.2020 - Current
Automotive Restoration Specialist
Georgia Classic Fords
08.2018 - 12.2019
Purchasing Manager
G-FORCE Racing Gear
01.2002 - 06.2018
Custom Service Manager
G-FORCE Racing Gear
06.1998 - 01.2002
Mechanic
Z Service Unlimited
10.1997 - 06.1998
Fabricator
Robinson Racing Enterprises
09.1995 - 08.1997
Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical Engineering
Ohio State University
Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical Engineering
Southern Polytechnic State University
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