Philip VanOrman
Summary
Detail-oriented Logistics Manager and Director of Operations experienced in manufacturing and supply chain management. Achieved significant revenue growth through effective team leadership and operational strategies. Focused on fostering collaboration and accountability within high-performing teams while delivering innovative solutions and optimizing performance.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Manager, Logistics
ITT Inc.
Seneca Falls, USA
09.2025 - Current
- Streamlined Operation: Led stockroom and warehouse layout project management initiatives, reducing travel time by 35%, which contributed to a 25% improvement in on-time performance (OTP) for downstream customers.
- Transformational Leadership: Designed and implemented the largest logistics change in company history for the Seneca Falls Operations (SFO), balancing workload and achieving operational excellence between pumps and parts factories.
- Optimized Space Utilization: Redesigned shipping floor layout, increasing storage capacity by 20%, enhancing overall efficiency.
- Improved Receiving Processing Time: Decreased dock-to-stock time by 33%, significantly enhancing supply chain efficiency.
- Achieved $100k decrease in drayage costs, contributing to 35% reduction in fiscal year 2025 expenses.
- Drove $6 million decrease in Spare parts delinquency over two years, enhancing overall financial health, support record setting shipping months/quarters.
- Developed visual aids to enhance clarity and efficiency of inbound and outbound transport operations.
Logistics Manager
ITT Inc.
Seneca Falls, USA
04.2024 - 09.2025
- Led inventory management for $93 million, ensuring alignment of operations with customer service goals.
- Managed operational budgets, focusing on cost-effective logistics and optimizing resource allocation in shipping, receiving, and warehousing.
- Collaborated on supply chain strategies, reducing lead times and enhancing service delivery effectiveness.
- Established key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor operational efficiency and support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Developed and mentored a team of 86, including 13 frontline leaders and 73 bargaining unit employees, fostering accountability and collaboration.
Director of Operations
Fathom Digital Manufacturing
Ithaca, USA
12.2021 - 01.2024
- Drove multi-million(s) in revenue with over 40% GM, stimulated growth of 94% OTD (20 point gain).
- Managed site P&L, KPIs, EHS compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Conducted supply chain risk assessments, negotiated contracts, and managed global/vendor sourcing and inventory.
- Facilitated customer interactions for project quoting, timeline updates, and quality communications.
- Provided onsite support to HR, Accounting, and IT departments at headquarters.
- Incodema/Ithaca site - Rapid prototype Sheetmetal/NPI Contract Manufacturing
Programming Manager
G.W. Lisk
Clifton, USA
07.2019 - 12.2021
- Led team of six to ensure efficient management of 50 CNC machines.
- Manufacturing components that generated over $170M in sales, within a 800-person ESOP facility.
- Championed multiple SMED and KAIZEN events to enhance process efficiency.
- Oversaw operations in a multi-shift, 24-hour facility handling mixed volume production.
Operations Manager - Contract Manufacturing
Magnus Precision (A division of FloTurn)
Phelps, USA
05.2017 - 05.2019
- Primary responsibilities include the development and execution of a comprehensive manufacturing strategy to achieve operational excellence in safety, cross-department P&L, delivery/inventory, EHS & Maintenance.
- Full responsibility for KPIs, facility footprint, CIs and supply chain.
- Achieved AS9100D certification by implementing quality management processes.
- Generated $10M/year in revenue with 20% gross margin while improving on-time delivery by 25 points to 96.6%.
Machining Manager - Contract Manufacturing
EMT
Endicott, USA
02.2016 - 05.2017
- Tracked sales forecasts, controlled production, analyzed productivity, scheduled operations, planned workflows, monitored budgets, and conducted interviews.
- Managed daily operations of precision machining department.
- Supervised team of machinists and technicians for workflow efficiency.
- Implemented safety protocols and ensured compliance with regulations.
CNC Machinist/Programmer
New York State
, USA
05.2004 - 02.2016
- Programmed and operated CNC and manual machines for efficient product production.
- Applied advanced skills in Swiss, horizontal, vertical, and multi-axis spindle turning to enhance production quality.
- Operated CNC machines to fabricate precision components for state projects.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure accurate machining.
- Maintained equipment by conducting regular inspections and routine maintenance.
Education
B.B.A - Technology Management
SUNY College of Technology at Alfred
A.O.S - Machine Tool Technology
SUNY College of Technology at Alfred
Skills
- Supply chain management
- Logistics strategy
- Inventory optimization
- Cost reduction strategies
- Team leadership
- Budget management
- Budget management
- Risk assessment
- Process improvement
- Strategic planning
- Team leadership
- Problem solving
- Relationship building
- Team leadership
- Budget management
Certification
OSHA 10
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Senior Manager, Logistics
ITT Inc.
09.2025 - Current
Logistics Manager
ITT Inc.
04.2024 - 09.2025
Director of Operations
Fathom Digital Manufacturing
12.2021 - 01.2024
Programming Manager
G.W. Lisk
07.2019 - 12.2021
Operations Manager - Contract Manufacturing
Magnus Precision (A division of FloTurn)
05.2017 - 05.2019
Machining Manager - Contract Manufacturing
EMT
02.2016 - 05.2017
CNC Machinist/Programmer
New York State
05.2004 - 02.2016
B.B.A - Technology Management
SUNY College of Technology at Alfred
A.O.S - Machine Tool Technology
SUNY College of Technology at Alfred