Matthew Tassone
Tinley Park,IL
Summary
25 Year plus Supply professional and seasoned Director with proven track record of leading high-performing teams and executing strategic initiatives that drive organizational growth. Successfully directed cross-functional initiatives that resulted in significant process improvements and operational efficiencies. Demonstrated leadership, analytical and communication skills in contributing to the overall success of ComEd and Exelon.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Director, Supply Project Manager
ComEd / Exelon
05.2023 - Current
- Accountable for the implementation and evaluation of two ComEd pilot innovation projects involving Cable Reel Tracking and RFID Material Electronic Tracking.
- Projects included the deployment of tracking devices in over 900 unique reels of cable, 300 wood poles and 200 other high dollar grid materials
- Cloud based software systems implemented, tested trained and utilized amongst stakeholder groups.
- Responsibilities include managing vendors, scope, budget, schedule, project oversight, training, communications, change management, pilot evaluation and benefits analysis.
- Leads cross functional teams that include vendors, Supply and other departmental stakeholders.
- Leadership presentations and updates.
Director, Supply Operations
ComEd / Exelon
11.2013 - 05.2023
- Directed 200 plus multi-disciplinary personal including craft, technical and management by providing operational guidance through regular communications, goal setting and performance evaluations.
- Managed $32M budget effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Inspired employees to provide top service to ComEd in the areas of material procurement, technical support, warehousing and logistics, testing services and heavy equipment crane operations.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement and innovation by fostering open communication channels through employee councils.
Director, Strategic Sourcing
Exelon
10.2010 - 11.2013
- Accountable for enterprise-wide strategic direction and execution of supply sourcing and contract negotiations for utility materials and services by directing a team of Senior and Principal Category Managers and Procurement Specialists across the Exelon family of generation assets and regulated gas and electric utilities.
- Shaped collaboration with internal business partners and vendors to achieve stated goals including contract development and negotiations, vendor evaluation and selection, forecasting, obsolescence management and ongoing improvements to cost controls, process efficiency, safety, quality, risk mitigation and customer satisfaction.
Education
MBA - Human Resources Management
Saint Xavier University
Chicago, IL05-2000
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering & Technology
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Carbondale, IL05-1987
Skills
- Strategic Sourcing & Procurement
- Contract Negotiations
- Vendor & Risk Management
- Change Leadership
- Supply Operations Management
- Data Reporting & Analysis
- Budget Administration
- Innovation
- DEI
- Legal & Regulatory Compliance
Accomplishments
- 2018 winner of the Southeast Energy Exchange Industry Excellence Award for Supply Chain Management for implementing technology to aid in wood pole delivery tracking.
- Increased employee satisfaction from 70% to 82%.
- Delivered over $15 million in post merger savings by reviewing and managing 75 plus unique sourcing events while increasing diversity spend above 30%.
Timeline
Director, Supply Project Manager
ComEd / Exelon
05.2023 - Current
Director, Supply Operations
ComEd / Exelon
11.2013 - 05.2023
Director, Strategic Sourcing
Exelon
10.2010 - 11.2013
MBA - Human Resources Management
Saint Xavier University
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering & Technology
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
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