Thomas Gust
Johnsburg,IL
Summary
Professional manager with significant expertise in overseeing complex projects and ensuring timely delivery. Skilled in strategic planning, budget management, and risk assessment. Strong focus on team collaboration, fostering results-driven environment, and adapting to changing needs. Known for reliability, leadership, and effective communication.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Procurement Engineer
WPA Works LLC.
09.2022 - Current
- Optimized supplier performance and reduced costs through effective procurement initiatives.
- Enhanced supply chain efficiency by developing strategic sourcing for critical materials.
- Aligned procurement processes with organizational goals by collaborating with cross-functional teams.
- Identified cost-saving opportunities through analysis of market trends and supplier agreements.
- Reduced costs by collaborating with engineering on material substitutions and design changes.
- Researched potential vendors to secure better pricing options and improve procurement outcomes.
Project Manager
Dynamox Incorporated
04.2018 - 09.2022
- Delivered projects on time, managing budgets exceeding $5M effectively.
- Ensured project alignment with business priorities and customer requirements consistently.
- Managed scope, changes, risks, and tracked accurate invoicing throughout projects.
- Negotiated vendor contracts, enhancing supplier relationships and monitoring delivery performance.
- Identified cost-reduction opportunities through collaboration with production teams for efficiency.
- Developed comprehensive project plans, aligning with organizational goals and stakeholder expectations.
Project Manager
RR Donnelley
03.2016 - 05.2018
- Generated $3.6M in annual revenue by directing multiple client accounts.
- Optimized deliverables and profitability through effective project plans and workflows.
- Maintained schedules and adapted plans in response to changing project requirements.
- Supported executive decisions with financial analyses on cash flows and ROI.
Team Lead
Dovenmuehle Mortgage Corporation
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Supervised a 15-person foreclosure document processing team, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Columbia College of Missouri
01.2016
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Columbia College of Missouri
01.2015
Skills
- Project Management & Administration
- Development of leadership skills
- Military operations management
- Skilled in utilizing Microsoft Office tools
- Detailed cost assessment
- Vendor relationship development
- Material planning expertise
- Data analysis
- Supplier relationship management
- Material requirement planning
- Cost analysis
Certification
- Master Training Specialist – NETC, 2002
- Industrial Hygiene Certificate (30 hr) – OSHA, 2015
- Ergonomics Certificate – Navy Safety Center, 2015
- Project Management Professional (PMP) – PMI, 2017
Military Service
United States Navy | 1995 – 2012 Rank: Chief Petty Officer (E-7) | Retired with Honorable Conditions
Commendations
Joint Unit Commendation Medal, Navy/Marine Corps Commendation Medal, Navy/Marine Corps Achievement Medal (x5), Combat Action Ribbon, Joint Service Achievement Medal, Meritorious Unit Commendation Medal, Operation Iraqi Freedom Medal, Additional citations
Timeline
Procurement Engineer
WPA Works LLC.
09.2022 - Current
Project Manager
Dynamox Incorporated
04.2018 - 09.2022
Project Manager
RR Donnelley
03.2016 - 05.2018
Team Lead
Dovenmuehle Mortgage Corporation
01.2015 - 01.2016
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Columbia College of Missouri
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Columbia College of Missouri