JEAN-CLAUD CHANDLER
Allen Park,MI
Summary
Results-driven and detail-oriented, with over a decade of experience steering complex projects to completion. Leveraging a robust technical background and proficiency in project management, I am poised to contribute strategic leadership to Nestlé Purina North America. Known for successfully implementing sustainable changes, driving behavior shifts, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Materials Flow Engineer
Ford Motor Co.
06.2022 - Current
- Spearheaded and managed engineering support for material flow processes, ensuring adherence to standards
- Collaborated cross-functionally to implement continuous improvement initiatives, emphasizing project management principles
- Brought in to lead onshore and offshore teams through critical project milestones, ensuring on-time project completion using Agile, SAP Activate, and Waterfall methodologies.
Logistics Operations Manager
Carrier
10.2020 - 06.2022
- Orchestrated the scheduling and coordination of production goals, exhibiting a strategic approach
- Developed and implemented policies for operational efficiency, aligning with company goals and emphasizing project management methodologies
- Controlled project budgets, resource forecasting, billing, cutover plans, risks, issues, and delta backlog trackers.
Warehouse/Materials Manager
Chrysler
03.2015 - 10.2020
- Managed team schedules, showcasing a disciplined and organized project management approach
- Coordinated annual physical inventory audits, emphasizing attention to detail and project deliverables
- Streamlined processes and reduced waste in accordance with Lean Six Sigma methodologies
- Influenced change and interventions to ensure project goals were achieved
- Overseen project timelines and budgets.
Warehouse Manager
Coca-Cola Refreshments
02.2013 - 03.2015
- Managed team schedules, contributing to a 30% increase in productivity
- Collaborated to create leadership sessions, emphasizing project management principles
- Developed and directed talent management programs for clients through training, coaching, and communications, supervising up to 75 experts during system implementations.
Warehouse Supervisor
Dollar General Distribution Center
01.2011 - 02.2013
- Supervised teams, implementing safety rules and regulations within a project management framework
- Achieved facility safety goals, avoiding OSHA penalties.
Operations Supervisor
Lowes Distribution Center
07.2006 - 12.2010
- Supervised daily operations, analyzed sales forecasts, and conducted inventory assessments within a project management framework
- Coordinated with vendors to ensure compliance with contract requirements.
Education
Doctor of Technology - Leadership & Innovation
Purdue University
West Lafayette, INMaster of Business Administration - Project Management
Anderson University
Anderson, IN05.2017
Bachelor of Science - Management
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN12.2006
Skills
- Project Planning
- Cost Analysis
- Process Development
- Product Development
- Root Cause Analysis
- Process Improvement
- Project Management
- Manufacturing processes
- Problem solving
- Workflow Development
- Production Understanding
- Problem Resolution
Certification
Six Sigma Green Belt
Timeline
Materials Flow Engineer
Ford Motor Co.
06.2022 - Current
Logistics Operations Manager
Carrier
10.2020 - 06.2022
Warehouse/Materials Manager
Chrysler
03.2015 - 10.2020
Warehouse Manager
Coca-Cola Refreshments
02.2013 - 03.2015
Warehouse Supervisor
Dollar General Distribution Center
01.2011 - 02.2013
Operations Supervisor
Lowes Distribution Center
07.2006 - 12.2010
Doctor of Technology - Leadership & Innovation
Purdue University
Master of Business Administration - Project Management
Anderson University
Bachelor of Science - Management
Purdue University