Keith Lewallen
LINWOOD,North Carolina (NC)
Summary
Influential leader with extensive experience in operations, P&L management, and customer relationship development across various industries. Expertise in contract negotiation and team collaboration, resulting in enhanced operational efficiency, and significant cost savings.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Enterprise Purchasing
Hartung Glass Industries Inc.
Tukwilla, WA
05.2014 - 05.2025
- Promoted to a new strategic procurement role within the organization to drive long-term organizational objectives.
- Led cross-functional teams of over 25 indirect reports across eight manufacturing sites.
- Managed over $50M in inventoried and consumable products efficiently by delegating work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Negotiated high-value contracts with vendors and partners to optimize resource allocation.
- Managed crisis situations to minimize impact on operations and reputations with our customer base.
General Manager
Hartung Glass Industries Inc.
Pueblo, CO
05.2014 - 05.2022
- Transformed a financially and operationally underperforming facility into a top performer at Hartung within two years.
- Accountable for P&L results, monitored financial performance to identify cost savings and revenue opportunities.
- Increased sales revenue by 50% over three years through strategic initiatives and personal customer engagement.
- Cultivated strong client relationships through effective communication and issue resolution.
- Managed daily business operations, including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, and inventory control.
- Developed operational strategies that enhanced efficiency and reduced costs.
- Prepared comprehensive reports for senior leadership on key operational metrics.
- Directed safety operations to ensure compliance with OSHA standards.
2nd Shift Production Supervisor
Endura Products
Stokesdale, NC
11.2012 - 09.2013
- Developed and implemented significant process improvements to enhance department quality and throughput.
- Collaborated with managers from other shifts to ensure continuity of operations throughout the day.
- Promoted employee safety awareness based on understanding of regulatory mandates and organizational best practices.
General Manager
Jeld-Wen Windows & Doors
Kissimmee, FL
07.1997 - 12.2001
- Promoted to lead Greenfield start-up operation with a focus on revenue growth.
- Conducted regular meetings with executive leadership to review project progress and align objectives.
- Recruited, interviewed, and hired qualified staff for all operational positions to build a strong team.
- Coordinated employee training activities ensuring compliance with company policies and standards.
- Implemented business strategies and coordinated action plans for sales team members targeting new opportunities to grow revenue and enhance profitability.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging feedback within the sales team.
Assistant General Manager
Jeld-Wen Windows & Doors
Grinnell, IA
01.1996 - 07.1997
- Promoted to assist in the Greenfield start-up of this interior door manufacturing facility.lity.
- Directed the layout of the production floor for improved efficiencies, oversaw equipment installation, and start-up of the operation.
- Participated in recruitment, interviewing, and hiring processes to build a strong team.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Supported annual profit goals by streamlining processes and improving staff knowledge of optimal procedures.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations to maintain a safe working environment.
Production Manager
Jeld-Wen Windows & Doors
Temple, TX
01.1993 - 01.1995
Production Supervisor
Jeld-Wen Windows & Doors
Hartselle, AL
03.1991 - 01.1993
Education
Bachelor of Science - Corporate Financial Mgt.
Ball State University
Muncie, INSkills
- P&L management
- Financial analysis
- Customer relationship management
- Operations management
- Operational strategy
- Process improvement
- Cost reduction
- Supply chain optimization
- Contract negotiation
- Data-driven decision making
- Cost analysis
- Business leadership
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Director of Enterprise Purchasing
Hartung Glass Industries Inc.
05.2014 - 05.2025
General Manager
Hartung Glass Industries Inc.
05.2014 - 05.2022
2nd Shift Production Supervisor
Endura Products
11.2012 - 09.2013
General Manager
Jeld-Wen Windows & Doors
07.1997 - 12.2001
Assistant General Manager
Jeld-Wen Windows & Doors
01.1996 - 07.1997
Production Manager
Jeld-Wen Windows & Doors
01.1993 - 01.1995
Production Supervisor
Jeld-Wen Windows & Doors
03.1991 - 01.1993
Bachelor of Science - Corporate Financial Mgt.
Ball State University
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