Lawrence Ross
Summary
Results-driven Supply Chain Engineer Manager, successful working autonomously or as part of team to achieve objectives. Skilled in leading and directing team activities, coordinating projects and achieving goals with enterprising mindset. Bringing 25 years of experience and desiring challenging position with room for advancement.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Supply Chain Engineer Manager NAO
Forvia (Faurecia) Interior Headquarters
05.2012 - Current
- Manage a senior team of twelve full time Engineers and four interns for US & MX operations
- Support 11 plants (five US based production facilities and six others located in Mexico)
- Diverse customer base including; Ford, GM, FCA, Tesla, Nissan, MBV, VW, Lucid Air and Rivian
- Manage the Packaging & Logistic Acquisition team for the quoting of new business (Instrument Panel, Consoles, Doors, Setback's and Decorative trims)
- Monitor all pack designs, prototypes, testing, quoting and final procurement for all new launches (as well as special projects – new plants, closings, bank builds, insourcing, outsourcing etc)
- Consistently managing over 40 awarded vehicles in development for NAO with over 100 parts to package per commodity
- Manage external warehouses filled with obsolete returnable packaging which are used for cost saving opportunities vs buying new
- Achieved average annual packaging and transport cost savings (reuse, avoidance and revenue) of $7,300,000 USD
- Savings obtained through material reduction, container reallocation, innovative pack density improvements and recycling initiatives
- Improved supply chain efficiency by analyzing and optimizing logistical processes.
- Established key performance indicators to track supply chain performance and drive improvements over time.
- Conducted comprehensive risk assessments to mitigate potential disruptions in the supply chain.
- Increased cost savings by negotiating favorable contract terms with suppliers.
- Led cost reduction projects, resulting in significant annual savings without sacrificing quality or service levels.
- Managed procurement activities, ensuring timely delivery of materials and services at competitive prices.
- Reduced lead times and improved on-time deliveries with strategic sourcing initiatives.
- Facilitated effective communication between internal stakeholders and external partners, ensuring alignment on objectives and expectations throughout all stages of the project lifecycle.
- Developed standard operating procedures for consistent supply chain processes across the organization.
- Optimized supply chain operations by implementing effective inventory management strategies.
- Implemented lean manufacturing principles to reduce waste and improve overall efficiency.
- Streamlined material flow, implementing efficient warehouse layout and storage solutions.
- Coordinated logistics operations to optimize transportation routes and reduce shipping costs.
- Assessed market trends to identify potential risks or opportunities that could impact future business growth within the industry-related context.
- Improved forecast accuracy, utilizing advanced analytics and demand planning tools.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams for successful product launches and process improvements.
- Evaluated emerging technologies to identify opportunities for enhancing supply chain capabilities.
Program Logistics Engineer NAO
Forvia (Faurecia) Interior Headquarters
08.2005 - 05.2012
- Successfully launched 32 programs with 6 different OEMs
- Managed returnable assets and budget forecasting, supporting the plants with on-going container flow analysis, inventories, and maintenance while minimizing expenditures throughout the packaging life cycle
- Designed, prototyped, tested, quoted, procured and implemented all returnable and expendable designs for over 5,000 different unique interior parts globally
- Extensive background in automotive packaging design (metal, corrugated, plastic, EPP, vac form, foams, tapes)
- Experience with JIT and batch deliveries along with cockpit integration
- Reduced transportation costs through strategic route planning and carrier selection.
- Implemented warehouse automation systems, streamlining order fulfillment and reducing labor costs.
- Trained new team members on company-specific logistics software and best practices, enhancing overall departmental performance.
- Analyzed data to optimize storage layouts, increasing warehouse space utilization and productivity.
- Optimized packaging designs to minimize shipping costs while maintaining product integrity during transit.
- Highest rated Performance review rating for all seven years in the position.
Logistics Materials Manager
Eagle Ottawa
03.2004 - 07.2005
- Receipt tracking of transit postings
- Single point scheduling implementation
- Work center flow improvements
- Maintain 100% customer satisfaction level
- Ensure FIFO is occurring daily
- Monitor MRP for BOM changes.
- Conducted regular inventory audits to maintain accurate stock levels and minimize excess or obsolete inventory.
- Monitored safety stock levels and established order policies to balance inventory availability with minimal investment.
- Developed comprehensive supplier performance metrics to ensure continuous improvement in service levels and product quality.
- Managed subordinates and gave directives, drafted schedules and comprehensively evaluated performance.
- Maintained material control and information systems, supporting manufacturing and balancing inventory surpluses with customer demand.
- Coordinated with production planning teams to ensure timely availability of raw materials required for scheduled productions runs.
Master Scheduler
SavAir Manufacturing – ARO Group
02.2000 - 03.2004
- Supervisory over Scheduling Department
- Inventory crib management
- MRP implementation
- Optimized production schedules by analyzing demand forecasts and capacity constraints.
- Improved on-time delivery rates with diligent schedule management and proactive communication to stakeholders.
- Communicated with manufacturing floor and scheduling teams to determine production plans.
- Created and monitored production schedules from start to finish.
- Analyzed capacity utilization trends to identify areas for improvement in resource allocation and work order sequencing.
- Tracked production progress and made changes for efficiency.
- Prepared and maintained comprehensive production reports to highlight production developments for management review.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Supply Chain Management
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI12.1999
Skills
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Supply Chain Optimization
- Warehouse Management
- Strategic Sourcing
- Transportation Management
- Cost Analysis
- Cross-Functional Teamwork
- Lean manufacturing principles
- Leadership Development
- Technical Troubleshooting
- Cost-saving Methods
- Waste Reduction
- Root Cause Analysis
Accomplishments
- Awarded Packaging Expert for North America Division in 2015. Only 300 employees hold the Expert title within the entire organization (over 157,000 employees globally).
- Leader in the development & integration of a patented expendable/returnable packaging, that focuses on class A Interior parts for long-haul intercompany shipments. This concept has been implemented on every vehicle within Forvia since introduction in 2019. It was recognized nationally in the Detroit news and is valued at over $10 million USD pack and freight savings annually versus traditional packaging methods.
Hobbies and Interests
Family time, traveling, hunting, fishing and the outdoors
Timeline
Supply Chain Engineer Manager NAO
Forvia (Faurecia) Interior Headquarters
05.2012 - Current
Program Logistics Engineer NAO
Forvia (Faurecia) Interior Headquarters
08.2005 - 05.2012
Logistics Materials Manager
Eagle Ottawa
03.2004 - 07.2005
Master Scheduler
SavAir Manufacturing – ARO Group
02.2000 - 03.2004
Bachelor of Science - Supply Chain Management
Michigan State University
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