Terry Palmer
Rockford,IL
Summary
Accomplished Associate Director with a proven track record at Collins Aerospace, adept in strategic leadership and project management. Excelled in fostering innovation and driving significant improvements, leading teams of up to 14 to enhance productivity and operational efficiency. Skilled in coaching, with a focus on achieving top-tier results through analytical thinking and effective mentoring.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Director, Commodity Management
Collins Aerospace
05.2022 - Current
- Led teams of up to 14 personnel, supervising daily performance as well as training and improvement plans.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging staff to share innovative ideas and providing resources for professional development.
- Prioritized tasks and allocated resources appropriately to keep teams focused and productive.
- Assisted senior leadership in managing all aspects of operations.
Associate Director, Operations
Collins Areospace
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Led teams of up to 8 personnel, supervising daily performance as well as training and improvement plans.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging staff to share innovative ideas and providing resources for professional development.
- Prioritized tasks and allocated resources appropriately to keep teams focused and productive.
- Assisted senior leadership in managing all aspects of operations.
Associate Director, New Product Introduction
Collins Aerospace
07.2017 - 07.2021
- Led teams of up to 10 personnel, supervising daily performance as well as training and improvement plans.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging staff to share innovative ideas and providing resources for professional development.
- Prioritized tasks and allocated resources appropriately to keep teams focused and productive.
- Assisted senior leadership in managing all aspects of operations.
Commodity Manager, Electronics
Collins Aerospace
03.2007 - 07.2017
- Evaluated proposals from up to 25vendors to determine most favorable option.
- Reduced inventory costs and increased inventory turnover rates by implementing Long Term Agreements/Life of Program Contracts.
- Led the development of annual commodity budgets based on projected demand forecasts and pricing fluctuations in the market.
- Arranged for payment and maintained records of bids, orders and financial transactions.
Material Manager
Collins A
03.2002 - 02.2004
- Developed comprehensive inventory reports for upper management, facilitating informed decisionmaking.
- Identified opportunities for process improvements through regular reviews of existing systems and workflows.
- Conducted root-cause analyses to identify recurring issues within the supply chain, recommending corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
- Increased transparency of material movements by implementing real-time reporting tools accessible to relevant stakeholders.
Operations Lead
Collins Areospace
12.1999 - 03.2002
- Enhanced team productivity by providing ongoing training and development opportunities.
- Managed and allocated staff and material resources to meet production goals.
- Utilized data-driven insights to inform decision-making processes regarding resource allocation or process improvements within the operations department.
- Fostered a positive work environment by promoting open communication, teamwork, and employee engagement.
Supply Chain Management
Collins Aerospace
02.1990 - 12.1999
- Streamlined supply chain management by cultivating strong vendor relationships and negotiating favorable contracts.
- Collaborated closely with supply chain management team to optimize procurement processes, reducing lead times and lowering inventory costs.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers to ensure consistent supply chain management and favorable business terms.
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary meetings with other healthcare professionals to discuss ways to improve supply chain management within the facility.
Education
MBA - Business Administration And Management
Regis University
Denver, CO07.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL12.1983
Skills
- Project Management
- Strategic leadership
- Analytical Thinking
- Coaching and Mentoring
Timeline
Associate Director, Commodity Management
Collins Aerospace
05.2022 - Current
Associate Director, Operations
Collins Areospace
08.2021 - 05.2022
Associate Director, New Product Introduction
Collins Aerospace
07.2017 - 07.2021
Commodity Manager, Electronics
Collins Aerospace
03.2007 - 07.2017
Material Manager
Collins A
03.2002 - 02.2004
Operations Lead
Collins Areospace
12.1999 - 03.2002
Supply Chain Management
Collins Aerospace
02.1990 - 12.1999
MBA - Business Administration And Management
Regis University
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
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