JAMES PLUMBACK III
Clayton,USA
Summary
Experienced in overseeing multiple manufacturing plants within the supply chain, procurement, and outsourcing sectors. Successfully manages the entire purchase cycle and identifies the best vendors for various materials from a global supply network. Streamlines operations and optimizes efficiency to consistently meet production goals. Builds strong relationships with suppliers to ensure timely delivery and cost-effective solutions.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
DIRECTOR, GLOBAL RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT
REFRIGIWEAR
08.2019 - Current
- Lead and direct operational production and process of multiple countries, manufactured production (CMT). Presented ownership with detailed diversification plan with purposes being to not only mitigate risk of one country sourcing but also to achieve cost reduction via duty reduction.
- Successful exceed manufacturing operations process, decrease cost and increase on time inventory increase cost effective raw materials
- Lead and improve manufacturing supplier on time inventory control cross functional
- Complete and manage vendor supplier, outsourcing manufacturers. Despite COVID-19 impacts we have remained on goal relative to product / supplier diversification.
- Streamline new product development resources process to achieve sources objectives and dead lines
DIRECTOR OF SOURCING, MANUFACTURING & QA
UNIFORM ADVANTAGE
03.2018 - 08.2019
- Guided deployment process for T/A calendar by leveraging team's expertise, optimizing advancement monitoring.
- Operate budget to monitor financial performance.
- Deployed standardized testing practices for improved product forecasting and minimized interruptions of WIP.
- Leveraged global networks to restructure team and integrate third-party QA for cut/sew vendors.
- Identified suitable locations in Africa for relocating programs to duty-friendly areas.
HEAD OF SOURCING & PRODUCTION OPERATIONS
SPORT OBERMEYER
01.2016 - 03.2018
- Refined organizational procedures for 100% client approval.
- Upgraded equipment for evaluating color modernly.
- Enhanced sales sample delivery by 50%, contributing to an increase of $4 million in sales orders.
VICE PRESIDENT OF SOURCING / GLOBAL QA
RENFRO CORPORATION
06.2006 - 12.2015
- Formulated approaches for engaging collaborations with esteemed brands including Polo Ralph Lauren.
- Streamlined vendors through unified initiatives.
- Highlighted suitable products through analysis of specific KPIs in collaboration with chosen suppliers.
- Enhanced scheduling accuracy to ensure superior product delivery.
- Increased SQL output quality by optimizing collaborative efforts of the group.
- Oversee development of improved SGM processes.
- Directed collaborative teams to achieve project milestones efficiently.
- Implemented automated workflows, enhancing productivity and saving expenses.
- Managed continuous performance processes for high-performing teams.
- Secured adherence to regulations by implementing comprehensive oversight protocols.
- Monitored key business risks and established risk management procedures.
- Directed strategic management of finance, operations and workforce for improved operational efficiency.
- Directed corporate financial strategies to align with organizational goals.
- Oversaw divisional marketing, advertising and new product development.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
- Launched new products or services in various markets by conducting comprehensive market research studies and tailoring offerings based on customer needs analysis.
HEAD OF APPAREL LO, QA REGION AMERICAS
ADIDAS-GROUP
06.2003 - 06.2006
- Established Adidas Sourcing America's liaison office to enhance international processes.
- Oversaw cost-reduction projects focused on improving efficiency.
- Implemented techniques to enhance resource utilization, boosting purchasing effectiveness.
- Optimized LO efficiency by promoting cross-functional collaboration.
- Elevated product standard with a significant 15% increase using 'right first time' approach.
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS
WHITE KNIGHT ENGINEERED PRODUCTS
06.2002 - 06.2003
- Lead newly created role, internal supply chain successfully implemented source base manufacturing into supply chain matrix for the manufacturing process
- Lead and direct meetings weekly monthly to review results and follow up with implementation of improvements projects reduction cost oriented, increase efficiency and effectivity targets
- Elaborate cost benefit analysis of internally manufactured products relative to contracted manufacturing and budget analysis support explanations
REGIONAL MANAGER
VF IMAGEWEAR
08.2000 - 06.2002
- Directed and optimized sourcing operations for apparel manufacturing in Mexico and Central America.
PLANT MANAGER
TEXTILES NTI
07.1999 - 07.2000
- Lead and direct a team of 120 direct and indirect associates for startup operation. Identified and trained supervisors and staff of individual responsibilities for successful team objectives.
- Head responsible for overseeing all the process of secured necessary documents and permits required for inventory import and export transportation and capital equipment.
- Successfully manage all aspect of operational manufacturing process and daily KPI results presentation to achieve all targets
PRODUCT SUPPORT SALES REPRESENTATIVE
CAROLINA TRACTOR & EQUIPMENT
09.1997 - 07.1999
- Performed market analysis to discover potential customer opportunities.
- Increased customer approval ratings by actively engaging with clients for their honest opinions.
- Showcased company's offerings at various trade shows, fostering lead generation.
- Recognized opportunities for improvement through detailed evaluation of sales figures.
- Designed content showcasing solutions tailored to client needs.
DEPARTMENT MANAGER
FRUIT OF THE LOOM
07.1994 - 09.1997
- Executed inventory strategies that sustained optimal levels and curtailed unnecessary losses.
- Ensured cross-departmental alignment for company-wide objective attainment.
- Implemented ongoing improvements to increase customer contentment.
- Encouraged effective communication for enhanced professionalism.
- Implemented precise benchmarks improving team reliability.
- Conducted thorough analysis of team performance, valuing dedication and rectifying shortcomings.
MANAGER TRAINEE / SHIFT MANAGER
CROSS CREEK APPAREL
01.1991 - 07.1994
- Increased productivity by strategically addressing key areas needing enhancement.
- Coordinated projects to achieve exceptional results.
- Developed leadership abilities by engaging closely with supervisor.
- Conducted recruitment activities including managing interviews for trainee selection.
Education
BS - BUSSINESS
APPALACHIAN STATE UNIVERSITY
BOONE, NC01.1991
Skills
- COMPUTER SOFTWARE (MS OFFICE, PLM, CITRIX, SAP, AS 400
- INTENSE EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP
- LEAN MANUFACTURING
- ASQ QUALITY MGT
- MULTICULTURAL
- GLOBAL INTERNATIONAL OPERATIONAL PROCUREMENT EXPERIENCE
- STRONG LEADERSHIP
- MOTIVATIONAL TEAM BUILDING APPROACH
- Verbal and written communication
- Project management
- Creativity and innovation
- Employee development
- Strategies and goals
- Budget control
- Negotiation
- Business development
- Contract negotiation
- Legal and regulatory compliance
- Partnerships and alliances
- Corporate communications
- Talent acquisition
- Financial management
- Contract and vendor management
Certification
Multiple Leadership, management, software and organizational classes
Accomplishments
- PROGRESSIVE LEADERSHIP POSITIONS IN MANUFACTURING OPERATIONS, PROCESS AND OUTSOURCE PROCUREMENT DIVISIONS
Golfing travel classic music
I play golf for pvee 25 years
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
DIRECTOR, GLOBAL RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT
REFRIGIWEAR
08.2019 - Current
DIRECTOR OF SOURCING, MANUFACTURING & QA
UNIFORM ADVANTAGE
03.2018 - 08.2019
HEAD OF SOURCING & PRODUCTION OPERATIONS
SPORT OBERMEYER
01.2016 - 03.2018
VICE PRESIDENT OF SOURCING / GLOBAL QA
RENFRO CORPORATION
06.2006 - 12.2015
HEAD OF APPAREL LO, QA REGION AMERICAS
ADIDAS-GROUP
06.2003 - 06.2006
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS
WHITE KNIGHT ENGINEERED PRODUCTS
06.2002 - 06.2003
REGIONAL MANAGER
VF IMAGEWEAR
08.2000 - 06.2002
PLANT MANAGER
TEXTILES NTI
07.1999 - 07.2000
PRODUCT SUPPORT SALES REPRESENTATIVE
CAROLINA TRACTOR & EQUIPMENT
09.1997 - 07.1999
DEPARTMENT MANAGER
FRUIT OF THE LOOM
07.1994 - 09.1997
MANAGER TRAINEE / SHIFT MANAGER
CROSS CREEK APPAREL
01.1991 - 07.1994
BS - BUSSINESS
APPALACHIAN STATE UNIVERSITY
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