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Mark Rhoades

2801 NW Fifth Street ,MO

Summary

Dynamic Supply Chain Director with extensive experience at General Motors Company, excelling in supplier relationship management and logistics optimization. Achieved significant cost reductions through strategic sourcing and enhanced operational efficiency. Proven leader in cross-functional collaboration, driving demand forecasting and procurement strategies that elevate performance and ensure timely material availability.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

Supply Chain Director

General Motors Company
08.1997 - 06.2016
  • Led supply chain optimization initiatives, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing costs.
  • Directed cross-functional teams to streamline inventory management and improve product availability.
  • Implemented advanced analytics tools to forecast demand and drive strategic sourcing decisions.
  • Established supplier relationship management processes, fostering collaboration and innovation.
  • Oversaw logistics operations, ensuring timely delivery of materials to production facilities.
  • Developed procurement strategies aligned with corporate objectives, achieving significant cost savings.
  • Mentored supply chain professionals, promoting best practices in process improvement and performance metrics.
  • Spearheaded sustainability initiatives within the supply chain, aligning operations with environmental standards.
  • Enhanced supplier relationships through regular communication, negotiation, and performance evaluations.
  • Facilitated stakeholder alignment across various departments for seamless execution of end-to-end supply chain activities.
  • Monitored global economic conditions as well as political developments affecting international trade policies, ensuring proactive response to potential changes impacting the business environment.
  • Assessed and mitigated risks associated with international shipping delays, customs clearance issues, and currency fluctuations to maintain a seamless global supply chain.
  • Managed cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of products and services, resulting in higher customer satisfaction.
  • Spearheaded sustainability initiatives within the organization''s supply chain operations, reducing environmental impact while maintaining profitability goals.
  • Conducted thorough market research to identify potential new vendors, leading to an expanded supplier base offering competitive pricing options.
  • Collaborated with sales and marketing teams to forecast product demand accurately and adjust supply chain strategies accordingly.
  • Reduced operational costs by identifying areas of improvement in transportation, warehousing, and procurement practices.
  • Negotiated favorable contracts with suppliers, achieving significant cost reductions while maintaining high quality standards.
  • Evaluated emerging trends in supply chain technology, incorporating relevant innovations into organizational processes for enhanced efficiency.
  • Established robust risk management procedures to mitigate potential disruptions in the supply chain network.
  • Streamlined supply chain processes by implementing efficient inventory management systems and reducing lead times.
  • Optimized warehouse operations by redesigning layout and implementing advanced storage solutions for better space utilization.
  • Developed and executed strategic sourcing plans for improved cost savings and increased product quality.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance throughout the entire supply chain by working closely with legal counsel and external agencies.
  • Consistently met or exceeded organizational targets for key financial performance indicators such as cost savings, on-time delivery, and inventory accuracy by implementing best-in-class supply chain practices.
  • Coordinated closely with manufacturing teams to ensure production schedules were aligned with inventory levels and customer demand forecasts for optimal efficiency.
  • Developed comprehensive training programs for staff members to enhance their knowledge of industry best practices and improve overall productivity levels within the company''s logistics function.
  • Oversaw demand planning, purchasing, and logistics.
  • Established inventory targets, stock level, and risk mitigation targets and managed flexibility strategy to optimize inventory.
  • Improved, standardized and documented planning and scheduling processes.
  • Collaborated with internal teams to improve outputs to meet demand and supply requirements, ensuring inventory integrity targets for finished goods.
  • Implemented inventory-management strategies to maximize availability and decrease waste.
  • Supervised Number staff members tasked with handling materials management, planning, purchasing, and customer service duties.
  • Streamlined shipping and receiving operations to reduce errors and improve customer satisfaction.
  • Developed and enforced policies and procedures in compliance with local and federal regulations.
  • Increased global supply chain efficiency and development by leading cross-functional teams and enabling supplier integration and management technology tools, upgrades.
  • Streamlined inventory management processes to reduce supply chain costs and improve efficiency.
  • Managed availability of supplies from vendors by ensuring core items were on hand to keep inventory values low and consistently moving.
  • Organized and maintained correct inventory levels to drive highest turns possible on inventory.
  • Reduced inventory levels and improved supply chain visibility using strategic initiatives.
  • Provided supply chain guidance to team of Number employees.

Material Coordinator

General Motors Co
04.1980 - 05.1998
  • Coordinated material flow to ensure timely availability for production operations.
  • Monitored inventory levels and conducted regular audits to maintain accuracy.
  • Collaborated with suppliers to streamline procurement processes and improve delivery schedules.
  • Assisted in implementing logistical strategies that enhanced supply chain efficiency.
  • Analyzed material usage trends to optimize inventory management practices.

Materials Manager

General Motors Co
05.1987 - 05.1997
  • Streamlined inventory management processes to enhance material flow and reduce delays.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on materials procurement and usage.
  • Developed and implemented strategies for cost reduction in material sourcing and logistics.
  • Oversaw supplier relationship management to secure quality materials and timely delivery.
  • Analyzed supply chain data to identify trends, optimize stock levels, and prevent shortages.

Education

Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management

Lindenwood University
Saint Charles, MO
05.2003

High School Diploma - Top 10 in Class

Elsberry R2
Elsberry, MO
05.1975

Skills

  • Supplier relationship management
  • Logistics optimization
  • Material requirements planning
  • Supply chain analytics
  • Warehouse management
  • Procurement strategy
  • Demand forecasting
  • Production planning
  • Transportation management
  • Cost reduction
  • Global sourcing
  • Sourcing and negotiation
  • Warehouse operations
  • Relationship building
  • Procurement expertise
  • Strategic sourcing
  • Supplier negotiation
  • Staff management
  • Logistics planning

Timeline

Supply Chain Director

General Motors Company
08.1997 - 06.2016

Materials Manager

General Motors Co
05.1987 - 05.1997

Material Coordinator

General Motors Co
04.1980 - 05.1998

Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management

Lindenwood University

High School Diploma - Top 10 in Class

Elsberry R2

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