Rik Kinnison
Springfield,OR
Summary
Accomplished Operations Director with a proven track record at Datalogic, enhancing operational performance and streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Expert in leveraging analytical skills and financial acumen to exceed performance goals. Adept at leading diverse global teams, demonstrating exceptional leadership and communication abilities. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Achieved significant cost reductions year over year while ensuring strict compliance and fostering of customer and supplier relationships.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification
Work History
Director, Operations AMERICAS
Datalogic
07.2018 - 03.2025
- Leadership: Served as Leader of the AMERICAS Operations team and functions including Manufacturing, Warehouse, Logistics, and Service Repair.
- Strategic Planning: Developing and implementing operational strategies to maximize productivity and cost-effectiveness.
- Budget Management: Creating and managing operational budgets, forecasting financial performance, and ensuring cost control.
- Process Improvement:Analyzing existing operations, identifying areas for improvement, and streamlining processes to enhance efficiency.
- Team Leadership: Leading and motivating operational teams, assigning tasks, and fostering a positive work culture.
- Performance Monitoring: Tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure operational effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.
- Compliance Oversight: Ensuring adherence to relevant regulations and company policies within operations.
- Collaboration: Working closely with other departments like sales, marketing, and finance to align operational goals with overall company strategy.
- Problem-Solving: Identifying and resolving operational issues promptly, making data-driven decisions to overcome challenges.
Global Logistics Manager - AMERICAS
Datalogic
03.2003 - 07.2018
- Leadership: Served as Leader to Global Logistics function in the AMERICAS including Shipping, Warehouse, Receiving, Inventory, and International Compliance Programs.
- Develop and implement logistics processes: Create and manage high performance and high efficiency global supply chain strategies
- Manage supplier relationships: Negotiate contracts with suppliers and transportation companies
- Manage inventory: Forecast demand, optimize storage space, and implement inventory systems
- Manage transportation: Select carriers, ensure on-time deliveries, and optimize transportation costs
- Manage compliance: Ensure compliance with global trade policies and regulations
- Manage projects: Lead projects to improve supply chain efficiency and cost-effectiveness
- Manage problems: Resolve issues like delayed shipments and supply chain disruptions
- Report to executives: Provide reports to executives and help prepare supply chains for future needs
Global Logistics Manager
Rosen Products
01.2000 - 03.2003
- Leadership: Served as Leader for Global Logistics including Shipping, Warehouse, Receiving, Inventory, and International Compliance Programs.
- Develop and implement logistics processes: Create and manage global supply chain strategies
- Manage supplier relationships: Negotiate contracts with suppliers and transportation companies
- Manage inventory: Forecast demand, optimize storage space, and implement inventory systems
- Manage transportation: Select carriers, ensure on-time deliveries, and optimize transportation costs
- Manage compliance: Ensure compliance with global trade policies and regulations
- Manage projects: Lead projects to improve supply chain efficiency and cost-effectiveness
- Manage problems: Resolve issues like delayed shipments and supply chain disruptions
- Report to executives: Provide reports to executives and help prepare supply chains for future needs
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
High School Diploma -
Skills
- Leadership and Management Skills: Ability to motivate and manage teams effectively
- Analytical Skills: Strong analytical abilities to interpret data and make informed decisions
- Financial Acumen: Understanding of financial principles, budgeting, and cost management
- Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop long-term operational plans and strategies
- Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication to effectively convey information to various stakeholders
- Project Management Skills: Ability to oversee complex projects from initiation to completion
Accomplishments
PROJECT: Represented Logistics Operations on the Core team tasked with the set up of a new Manufacturing Plant in Vietnam (2010).
PROJECT: Represented Logistics Operations on the Core team tasked with the set up of a new Manufacturing Plant in Brazil (2015).
PROJECT: Represented Logistics Operations on the Core team tasked with the implementation of SAP WMS in Manufacturing Plant in Slovakia (2015).
PROJECT: Served as global leader for C-TPAT program implementation with US Customs. (2005)
Certification
- Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) - APICS.
- Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) - APICS.
- Lean Six Sigma Certification - International Association for Six Sigma Certification.
Work Availability
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Timeline
Director, Operations AMERICAS - Datalogic
07.2018 - 03.2025
Global Logistics Manager - AMERICAS - Datalogic
03.2003 - 07.2018
Global Logistics Manager - Rosen Products
01.2000 - 03.2003
- Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) - APICS.
- Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) - APICS.
- Lean Six Sigma Certification - International Association for Six Sigma Certification.
Washington State University - Bachelor of Arts, Communications
Lewiston Senior High School - High School Diploma,
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