Matthew Rubin

Knowledgeable Director of Supply Chain Management with proven history of leading high-performing teams and executing strategic initiatives that drive organizational growth. Successfully directed cross-functional projects that resulted in significant process improvements and operational efficiencies. Demonstrated leadership and communication skills in fostering collaborative environments and delivering impactful results.

• ZENB, Chicago, Illinois, Director of Supply Chain Management, 07/01/22, Present, Oversees the day-to-day management of the Supply Chain including Procurement, Warehousing, Logistics and Co Manufacturing operations, together with identifying, vetting and managing the relationships. Additionally, has responsibility for contract and pricing negotiations, as well as oversees and plans production schedules at the Co Manufacturers. Ensures that projects and product launches are completed on time. Optimized cost savings via analyzing partners and ongoing market conditions. Developed a robust supply chain network to support domestic and international manufacturing operations. Created and implemented the inventory management program across 3 warehouses and 6 Co Manufacturers.
• 1908 Brands, Aurora, Colorado, Vice President of Operations, 2020, 04/01/22, Steer all operations associated with directing four Co manufacturers and six warehouse programs. Supervise Logistics Department by managing inventory/account and overseeing transportation. Direct successful product launch by ensuring complete package examination and encouraging cross-functional collaboration. Lead tasks to enhance service delivery by conducting thorough evaluation of daily, weekly and monthly KPI’s. Optimized cost savings via analyzing partners and ongoing market conditions. Led end-to-end plan and implementation of logistics budget worth $5M during 2021.
• 1908 Brands, Longmont, Colorado, Vice President of Operations, 2018, 2020, Administered full spectrum of production and execution for five food and one CPG brand. Analyzed and reviewed productivity for creation of effective action plans by conducting audits of KPI’s and financial statements. Led high team performance through initiation and organization of quality initiatives and value-added employee training programs. Managed day-to-day tasks of plan and execution of robust policies. Maximized plant capacity and reduced cost of goods to over 11% while ensuring attainment of premium quality. Reduced operating cost by 17% by development of budgets, cost control standards, waste reduction approaches, and LEAN production procedures.
• Langer Transport, Jersey City, New Jersey, Director of Business Operations, 2012, 2017, Headed end-to-end operations related to redesign and execution of company’s Quality Program to evaluate KPI’s while ensuring compliance to set organizational safety/quality standards. Oversaw compliance and managed internal audits by modification of policies. Administered day-to-day activities of training, developing, and managing staff members. Organized several customer services and retention programs to aid securing Responsible Care certification. Built insight into safety, customer service, dispatch, and maintenance for defining departmental goals/objectives.
• Langer Transport, Jersey City, New Jersey, Director of Business Development, 2006, 2012, Steered full lifecycle of sales program with leading customers such as Dow, Eastman, BASF, and Koppers. Initiated and managed complex chemical segment project for Phthalic Anyhydride transportation and resolved customer concerns. Managed various operations for assisting customers to comprehend cost savings/efficiencies via development of advanced technologies. Optimized revenue and attained yearly sales by 10%, through existing and potential customers.
• Stepan, Northfield, Illinois, Logistics Manager