Steve Wilson
Elm Springs
Summary
Dynamic supply chain leader with a strong background in Lean Manufacturing, quality improvement, and strategic sourcing. Recognized for driving significant cost reductions and operational efficiencies, achieving $11 million in savings and a 22% decrease in material costs through effective supplier management and cross-functional collaboration.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Supply Chain Engineer
Game Aerospace
Bentonville
02.2025 - 07.2025
- Identified and sourced components for prototype aircraft to ensure project needs were met.
- Facilitated the integration of the acquired metal fabrication business to streamline operations.
Continuous Improvement Manager
Simmons Foods
Siloam Springs
01.2024 - 11.2024
- Managed waste reduction projects across HR and manufacturing operations, enhancing sustainability efforts.
- Developed work instructions for multi-site ERP implementation, ensuring consistency and compliance across locations.
Senior Buyer
Delta Group Electronics
Fayetteville
04.2022 - 06.2022
- Managed procurement processes as sole purchasing agent for PCB manufacturing company, ensuring timely supply of critical components.
- Sourced and purchased electronic components for commercial and defense contracts, aligning inventory with project requirements.
- Oversaw warehouse operations and material distribution, optimizing stock levels to support production schedules.
Director, Supply Chain
OmniCleanAir LLC
Mukilteo
06.2020 - 02.2021
- Led purchasing, sourcing, and material distribution for air purification business, supporting growth objectives.
- Functioned as the sole production buyer and main contact for overseeing supplier performance.
Commodity Manager
PACCAR INC.
Bellevue
06.2019 - 12.2019
- Led projects focused on managing costs and enhancing supplier performance.
- Vetted and negotiated import tariff costs, cleansed and prioritized data in the cost reduction system, and standardized the process for conducting supplier performance reviews.
Director, Supply Chain Operations
Car Toys
Seattle
09.2016 - 06.2017
- Led replenishment and distribution including import and distribution to 49 US stores.
- Managed inventory, demand planning, and team leadership.
Director of Quality Systems
Genie Industries, A Terex Company
Redmond
06.2014 - 02.2016
- Achieved 40% reduction in manufacturing issues across 10 international factories.
- Led global quality improvement initiative to enhance product standards and customer satisfaction.
- Developed and executed plan to elevate delivered quality and boost customer loyalty.
- Implemented global customer feedback and response system to ensure 'voice of the customer' in daily activities.
Director of Policy Deployment - Cost Management
Genie Industries, A Terex Company
Redmond
11.2012 - 06.2014
- Achieved annual savings of $11 million through strategic cost management initiatives.
- Led 'Hoshin Kanri' improvement process for segment-wide cost management, aligning strategic objectives with operational execution.
- Enhanced cost visibility by leveraging existing data, enabling operations leadership to proactively manage overall costs.
- Achieved annual savings of $11 million through strategic cost management initiatives.
Director of North American Trade and Logistics
Genie Industries, A Terex Company
Redmond
01.2012 - 10.2012
- Led recovery of international shipping operations post-ERP implementation, ensuring compliance with revised IMDG trade requirements.
- Coordinated with internal operations, freight forwarders, and local ports to expedite release of international shipments.
- Facilitated cross-functional Kaizen event for domestic freight that reduced load planning rework by 94%.
ERP Business Process Leader, Supply Chain & Logistics
Genie Industries, A Terex Company
Redmond
03.2010 - 12.2011
- Business leader for Global ERP implementation supporting Supply Chain and Logistics.
- Collaborated with global teams to implement a product enhancing Lean Manufacturing initiatives.
- Created a new 'Standard Cost' model for Finance, aligning with strategic financial objectives.
Director of Supply Assurance and Global Sourcing
Genie Industries, A Terex Company
Redmond
04.2008 - 02.2010
- Led sourcing team for greenfield startup factory in China, achieving 22% reduction in material costs.
- Created, accepted, and implemented an end-to-end supplier management system for this assignment.
- Developed and implemented supplier qualification and management process to enhance Lean Manufacturing operations.
Director of Quality Systems
Genie Industries, A Terex Company
Redmond
06.2005 - 03.2008
- Led implementation of best practices in quality assurance, enhancing compliance and product reliability.
- Advocated for customers by addressing concerns and fostering improved communication across departments.
- Enabled opportunity to lead new supplier quality system through consistent delivery of quality outcomes.
Materials Manager/ Supplier Quality Engineer
Genie Industries, A Terex Company
Redmond
11.1996 - 05.2005
- Managed a $100M supply base, supplier performance, production scheduling, and shipping/receiving operations.
- Managed a $100M supply base, supplier performance, production scheduling, and shipping/receiving operations.
- Led supply chain initiatives for startup factory, implementing lean manufacturing and just-in-time best practices to enhance operational efficiency.
- Achieved 40+ raw material inventory turns annually and reduced material spend by 15%.
Engineering Specialist
ALLIEDSIGNAL AEROSPACE (Honeywell)
Burbank
05.1987 - 09.1996
- Designed, fabricated, calibrated electronic and hydraulic test systems, enhancing compliance for FAA repair station.
- Led internal ISO-9000 quality system audits, achieving certification as F.A.A. Repairman, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.
- Conducted technical assessments to ensure compliance with industry standards.
Education
Business Management and General Studies -
College of the Canyons
Valencia, CAComputer Electronics -
Edison Technical College
Sherman Oaks, CASkills
- Global Logistics
- Process improvement
- Lean Six Sigma
- Supplier development
- Negotiations and Procurement
- Supply Chain Optimization
- Project Management
- Quality System Compliance
- ERP Systems
- Inspection, Test and Measurement
- Microsoft Office Suite
Timeline
Supply Chain Engineer
Game Aerospace
02.2025 - 07.2025
Continuous Improvement Manager
Simmons Foods
01.2024 - 11.2024
Senior Buyer
Delta Group Electronics
04.2022 - 06.2022
Director, Supply Chain
OmniCleanAir LLC
06.2020 - 02.2021
Commodity Manager
PACCAR INC.
06.2019 - 12.2019
Director, Supply Chain Operations
Car Toys
09.2016 - 06.2017
Director of Quality Systems
Genie Industries, A Terex Company
06.2014 - 02.2016
Director of Policy Deployment - Cost Management
Genie Industries, A Terex Company
11.2012 - 06.2014
Director of North American Trade and Logistics
Genie Industries, A Terex Company
01.2012 - 10.2012
ERP Business Process Leader, Supply Chain & Logistics
Genie Industries, A Terex Company
03.2010 - 12.2011
Director of Supply Assurance and Global Sourcing
Genie Industries, A Terex Company
04.2008 - 02.2010
Director of Quality Systems
Genie Industries, A Terex Company
06.2005 - 03.2008
Materials Manager/ Supplier Quality Engineer
Genie Industries, A Terex Company
11.1996 - 05.2005
Engineering Specialist
ALLIEDSIGNAL AEROSPACE (Honeywell)
05.1987 - 09.1996
Business Management and General Studies -
College of the Canyons
Computer Electronics -
Edison Technical College