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MICHAEL E. GREY

MICHAEL E. GREY

Strategic Project Leader and Change Manager
Orla,Florida

Summary

Exceptional Project Leader with substantial experience leading all stages of Healthcare, Supply Chain, Technology, and Defense Industry projects. Motivational and an effective team leader with proficiency in change management. Adept at leading cross-functional teams and meeting objectives by strategizing effective solutions. Passionate about translating strategic visions into tangible results and delivering large-scale programs while managing the people side of change. Nimble business mind with a focus on developing creative solutions. Superior track record of meeting stringent deadlines while maintaining adherence to budget and quality restrictions. Demonstrated full spectrum leadership ability, effective collaborating, a willingness to accept new and increasingly more complex responsibilities in highly visible areas.



Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
5
5
Certification

Work History

Project Manager, Strategic Growth Initiatives

AdventHealth
09.2019 - Current
  • Supporting the Chief Supply Chain Officer and corporate supply chain executive leaders with system-wide supply chain operations and strategic and supply expense reduction initiatives to positively impact the organizations EBITDA and to create a resilient supply chain
  • Various responsibilities such as the identifying, influencing, planning, developing, executing, leading, managing, and supporting the strategic and change management initiatives for AdventHealth’s Corporate Strategic Supply Chain
  • Oversee and coordinate project team members in various matrixed work streams including analytics, clinical, operations, pharmacy, strategic sourcing, shared services, consultants, and implementation teams to allow for cross-functional issue resolution and risk mitigation
  • Create and manage projects, plans and playbooks related to new construction facilities and mergers and acquisitions(M&A) activities, while coordinating with stakeholders (internal and external) and the incoming facility to ensure coordination and completion of M&A initiatives on time
  • Pioneered the development and implementation of enterprises wide change and project management practices, tools, and template, including a Disaster Action and Recovery Plan, Supply Chain Systems Assessment, Work Design Analysis Program, and a Mergers, Acquisitions, and Divestitures Playbook
  • Lead cross-functional, high impact executive level projects with internal and external stakeholders at all leadership levels to develop, establish and implement initiatives that accelerate efficiencies system-wide.
  • Develop and drive content, communications, dashboards, and strategic roadmap for executive and steering committees
  • Detailed list of projects can be made available upon request.

President and Owner

Grey Enterprises and Business Solutions, Inc
11.2007 - Current

Providing business solutions, such as:

  • Business Analyst & IT, Assist contracted companies in reaching goals and objectives related to implementing and managing projects, business planning, forecasting, sales, productivity, profitability, and industry penetration, among other areas.
  • Led and assisted technical upgrade projects for clients by working and coordinating with consultants and developers for integrations.
  • Developed project plans identifying key issues, approaches and performance metrics.
  • Monitored contracts and service level agreements to identify potential risks and implement mitigation actions to protect development process from unforeseen delays and costs.

Senior Contracts Negotiator/Program Management

Lockheed Martin Corporation
12.2017 - 09.2019
  • Managed and negotiated over $850 million dollars in international contracts through Foreign Military Sales (by way of the US government to foreign countries) and Direct Commercial International Sales
  • Oversaw all aspects of contract performance, including building and strengthening customer relationships, collaborating with internal functional partners on capture and execution strategies, and leading proposal/contract negotiations with our customers
  • Ensured active collaboration between the Major Functional Organizations (MFO) and Lines of Business (LOB) on critical needs, concerns and risks throughout the contract, program, and product lifecycle
  • Developed and implemented a change management projects to review and overhaul of the Finance & Business Operations policies and procedures directly affecting the contracts function to establish a network of consistency between sites.
  • Set, enforced and optimized internal policies to maintain responsiveness to demands.
  • Aided senior leadership during executive decision-making process by generating daily reports to recommend corrective actions and improvements.
  • Orchestrated smooth and efficient program development and management by collaborating cross-functionally across departments.
  • Assessed performance and scheduled cost control while maintaining contractual and internal performance requirements.

Senior Property Manager - Asset Management Lead

Lockheed Martin Corporation
01.2014 - 12.2017

Finance and Business Operations

  • Managed the multi-site operational activities associated with assets and government material business systems to ensured company (capital), customer, and US Government property located across 7 sites in states in accordance with applicable regulations and policies to achieve best value and operational excellence
  • Achieved an inventory accuracy of 98% (well above the 95% threshold) while managing over 50K assets in 6 states totaling $1.5 billion dollars
  • Achieved an average reutilization of $450k in assets with the creation and implementation of the Asset Management Surplus Team
  • Pioneered numerous continuous improvement initiatives to reduce the volume of paper documents being stored at an offsite facility and created online storage capacity that provided quicker access and allowed digital storage well past the contractual, regulatory, and legal requirements. This led to an annual cost reduction of more than $80k per year in offsite storage fees

Disposition & Storage Lead (SCM & Strategic Planning)

  • Led the multi-site asset Surplus, Disposition, and Storage functions for the Southeast Infrastructure Services of LM-SSC which covered 6 sites in 4 states
  • Provided guidance and training to company personnel on the application of disposition procedures, supply chain business system processes, and compliance requirements
  • Led and participated in numerous Structured Improvement Activities (SIAs) as a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt and subject matter expert, while providing facilitation and project management expertise in support of the goal of operation excellence
  • Management in the implementation of an asset management system that was created to integrate SAP, The Advanced Process Engineering Co-Simulator (APECs), and the Online Material Request System
  • Assumed the role of a Subject Matter Expert for the Space Systems Business Unit of LM regarding the training and use of this system.
  • Directed property management program by determining requirements, applying use standards, planning for material equipment replacement, and implementing quality control oversight.

ERP/MRP Planner

Lockheed Martin Corporation
02.2012 - 01.2014
  • Oversaw the integration and management of the IMS, supply chain, sustainment, demand management, inventory and vendor management for large and complex programs spanning across several facilities and numerous suppliers
  • Performed Cost/Control Account Management (CAM) duties by tracking and managing budgets and overhead cost across 3 sites in 3 states including driving performance of product quality, on-time delivery, affordability, while identifying supply chain proposal risks and developing mitigation strategies to address them
  • Advised management and executive leadership of the status of Cost, Schedule, Performance, Work in Progress, Material availability, KPIs and potential supply chain and production issues to ensure that personnel, equipment, materials, and services were provided as needed.
  • Increased the inventory accuracy rate from 82% to 99% through the development and implementation of an Asset & Tooling Management System (SharePoint) for the improving the process of tracking assets and tooling at a missile development facility
  • Created workflow diagrams and Gantt charts to clearly demonstrate processes and timelines.
  • Mapped process activities to identify shortfalls and propose options to rectify operational inefficiencies.
  • Mapped current business and operational processes and recommended areas for improvement.

Financial Planner

MetLife, Inc
11.2005 - 11.2007
  • Solicited and interviewed prospective clients to learn about their financial needs and to discuss any existing coverage, education, and retirement plans in place
  • Presented and clearly explained strategic financial planning solutions to clients based their needs and goals
  • Identified and investigated variances to financial plans and forecasts by interpreting financial results.
  • Developed recommendations specific to client's financial situation on variety of topics.
  • Met with clients to discuss assets, expenses and long-term and short-term investment goals to devise personalized financial plans.
  • Cultivated and strengthened relationships with new clients and educated clients on account services and capabilities.

Education

Master of Science - IT-Enterprise Resource Planning

Florida Institute of Technology-Melbourne
Melbourne, FL

MBA - Project Mgmt

Capella University
Minneapolis, MN

Bachelor of Science - Logistics & Supply Chain Mgmt

Alabama A & M University
Normal, AL

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management

Oakwood University
Huntsville, AL

Skills

  • Agile Methodology
  • Analytical Skills
  • Baseline Schedules Creation
  • Best Practices and Standards
  • Budget Forecasting, Development and Adherence
  • Business Intelligence Tracking
  • Business Operations
  • Business Partnerships
  • Business Process Re-Engineering
  • Business Strategies
  • Change Management Process
  • Client Relations
  • Community Relations
  • Continuous Improvement Process
  • Contract Life Cycle Management
  • Contract Negotiation Expertise
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Data Collection and Auditing
  • Employee Engagement
  • Functional and Business Requirements
  • Information Technology Management
  • Interdepartmental Communication
  • Interdepartmental Cooperation
  • Interpersonal Communications
  • Leading Organizational Change
  • Lean Manufacturing and Design
  • Logistics Support Services
  • Methodology Improvements
  • Motivational Leadership
  • New Product Introduction Strategies
  • On-Time Project Delivery
  • Operational Efficiency
  • Performance Improvement
  • Plans Formulation
  • Positive Reinforcement Strategies
  • Executive Level Presentations
  • Process Change Documentation and Improvements
  • Process Improvement Initiatives
  • Program Improvements
  • Project Planning and Implementation Processes
  • Quality Control
  • Resource Forecasting and Allocation
  • Schedule Management
  • Scope Development
  • Special Project Coordination
  • Status Meetings
  • Strategic Account Development
  • Strategic Decision-Making
  • Strategy Implementation
  • Systems Implementations
  • Technical Project Management
  • Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)

Proficiencies

  • Leading successful organizational change
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, managerial, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills to effectively solve problems in a dynamic and demanding environment.
  • Excellent business/technical written and oral communication/presentation skills.
  • Experience in project and change management processes and methodologies including developing tactics to help shift mindset, behaviors and achieve results through an aligned and integrated change management approach.
  • Highly organized with an ability to work in a fast-paced, multi stakeholder environment and manage multiple priorities.
  • Strong project reporting skills, with a focus on interdepartmental and system wide communication.
  • Strong track record applying influence in a matrixed leadership environment and positive reputation to influence others and move toward a common vision or goal, within and/or beyond their business area.
  • Advanced knowledge and skills with systems such as Oracle Cloud, PeopleSoft, SAP, PowerApps, Power BI, P2P procurement systems and Microsoft 365 (Project, SharePoint, Vizio, etc.).
  • Web-based Project Management Tools and Software as a Service (SaaS) – Achieveit, Asana, Jira, Monday and Smartsheet
  • 18 Years Client-Facing Experience
  • 17 years of Project Management Experience
  • 5 Years Program Management Experience
  • 5 years Change Management Experience
  • 4 years People Management Experience

Certification

Project Management Professional - Anticipated Spring 2023

Certified Prosci Change Management Practioner (PCCP) Certified Lean Six Sigma, Master Black Belt (LSSMBB) Certified Scrum Master (CSM) M.S.- Certificate, Leadership Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Workplace - Certification Fundamentals of Project Management - Training Crucial Conversations – Training

Affiliations

Professional – AdventHealth Diversity Fellowship – Member | AdventHealth Connect Group – Chair | Change Management Institute - Member | National Black MBA Association - Member | PDMA Product Development and Management Association - Member | Project Management Institute - Member | Prosci Change Management Users - Member

Philanthropy – Eatonville Cultural and Heritage Foundation, Inc., - Board Member | Hands of Hope Ministries, Inc (Charitable Organization) - Vice President & Board Member | Forest Lake Education Center – Parent Volunteer & Chaperone

  • Toastmasters

Additional Information

  • Secret Security Clearance - Active

Timeline

Project Manager, Strategic Growth Initiatives

AdventHealth
09.2019 - Current

Senior Contracts Negotiator/Program Management

Lockheed Martin Corporation
12.2017 - 09.2019

Senior Property Manager - Asset Management Lead

Lockheed Martin Corporation
01.2014 - 12.2017

ERP/MRP Planner

Lockheed Martin Corporation
02.2012 - 01.2014

President and Owner

Grey Enterprises and Business Solutions, Inc
11.2007 - Current

Financial Planner

MetLife, Inc
11.2005 - 11.2007

Master of Science - IT-Enterprise Resource Planning

Florida Institute of Technology-Melbourne

MBA - Project Mgmt

Capella University

Bachelor of Science - Logistics & Supply Chain Mgmt

Alabama A & M University

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management

Oakwood University
MICHAEL E. GREYStrategic Project Leader and Change Manager