DONALD A.

LUX
Smyrna, GA 30082 770.262.7346 donaldlux@gmail.com

Supply Chain Operations Executive

Results-oriented and resourceful operations executive has extensive experience and expertise in supply chain management, procurement, and strategic business solutions. Decisive and proactive manager skilled in contract negotiations, vendor management, process enhancements and cost controls to achieve proper margin levels to align with business objectives. Collaborative team leader has excellent communications and interpersonal skills to build a rapport with clients, vendors, staff and management in cross-functional teams in domestic and international locations. Manages resources effectively and develops teams to produce at peak performance.

CORE COMPETENCIES
Operations Leadership Strategic Business Solutions Negotiations/Contracts Organizational Management Process Improvements New Product Introduction International Supply Chain Staff Management/Training Inventory / Cost Control Supply/Demand Forecasting Startup/Turnaround Operations P&L Accountability Procurement Vendor Relations Team Leader / Motivator Resource Management Client Relations/Service ERP Systems

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE SUPPLY CHAIN CONSULTANT- Atlanta, GA current Working with small to mid-size companies helping to identify their specific problems in the supply chain areas, and recommending changes or aiding in the implementation of corrective actions.
ATLANTA BREAD COMPANY & BAKE ONE, INC Atlanta, GA 2011 2012 Director of Purchasing & Supply Chain Operations Leadership of in-store customer distribution and production support for commodity and supply products with responsibility for purchasing, inventory control and supply distribution to ensure maximum financial performance at 16 corporate stores and over 60 franchise locations. Major Achievements: Improvement of contracts to achieve proper margin levels with successful negotiations and cost control measures. Collaboration with Research & Development to create seasonal menu enhancements by sourcing unique ingredients resulting in increased customer demand with overall profitability. Implementation of an ERP system to improve efficiency and accuracy in monitoring of financial performance and inventory accuracy. Oversaw purchasing operations supporting production through cultivation of business relationships and development of commodities contracts for items including: flour, eggs, proteins, dairy products, fruits, oils, sugars, and candies. Collaborated with franchise owners to insure they were getting satisfactory quality and delivery of all supplies.

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WHITE HAT BRANDS, LLC Atlanta, GA 2006 2011 Director of Operations Oversight and management of multi-faceted operations including: procurement, production, inventory control, quality assurance, customer service and finance for a $4M startup initiative. Cross-functional responsibility for: product development, branding, manufacturing, warehousing and distribution, plus integration of an ERP system. Major Achievements: Successful negotiation of manufacturing contracts and implementation of operational cost controls resulting in a 10% increase in brand profitability. Enhanced product diversification with development of three brand extensions resulting in increased profits by 15% and reduction in cost of goods by 10%. Directed all processes of bringing products from raw material form to readiness for sale through management of supply chain life cycles in planning, development, manufacturing, and distribution. Designed and implemented financial management initiatives that improved strategic negotiations of manufacturing contracts and structured methods of operational cost control resulting in a 10% increase in brand profitability. Attended industry trade shows and liaised with sales and marketing departments to launch competitive new products and designs to meet the needs of progressive technology and consumer demand. Maintained all General Ledger records and provided a monthly balance sheet and P/L reports for management and all stakeholders

IN ZONE BRANDS, INC Atlanta, GA 2004 2006 Director of Operations Oversight of $7M operating budget and $40M materials budget for global manufacturing operations of childrens beverages and consumer house wares products responsible for: supply chain, manufacturing, warehouse and distribution, quality assurance, product development, and customer service. Major Achievements: Successful realignment of raw material inventories resulting in a reduction in on-hand inventory by $4.5M or 50% by evaluating usage and demand. Introduction of supplier development programs and downsizing of domestic manufacturing locations by 50% to streamline supply chain resulted in savings of over $500K in seven months. Outsourcing to Asian contract manufacturing facilities resulted in increasing brand profitability by 7% in 8 months, with an additional 20% increase with other cost saving initiatives.

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BALDWIN RICHARDSON FOODS Macedon, NY 2001 2004 Director of Operations Leadership of operations including: manufacturing and supply chain with development of lean practices and implementation of process and systems improvements to enhance efficiency, productivity and reduce costs. Major Achievements: Implementation of cost containment and consignment inventory programs resulting in reductions in procurement expenditures by $3M and savings of $4M in 18 months through the evaluation of demand and quality process Delivery of 99.8% service level and order fill rate while achieving a reduction in inventory levels by 25%. Enhanced overall production rates by 30% and reduced downtime by 42% with introduction of productivity enhancement programs. Reduced warehousing needs by 60% through the development of efficient scheduling and quality processes

OTHER PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

CLIFFSTAR CORPORATION-Dunkirk, NY Director of Procurement 2000 2001

Triggered $2M savings in Year One through the development of a multi-company cross-functional team approach. The changes made reduced quality issues by 30% and increase productivity by 15%. CONSTELLATION BRANDS- Rochester NY Director of Purchasing / New Product Processes 1991 1999 Produced 10% annual cost savings in packaging expenses for five consecutive years Developed and maintained a New Product Introduction Process that successfully launched over 100 new products or packaging changes annually. Liaised with marketing to bring unique ideas to the market place Developed and implemented state of the art technology for wine packaging Maintained inventory levels for seven wineries throughout the US and International partners to maintain the customer demand. Established vendor relations in Europe, South American, Asia and Australia

EDUCATION
SYRACUSE UNIVERSITY, Syracuse, NY Bachelor of Science Business Administration Training: Advanced Methodology and Technology Development

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Council of Supply Chain Management and American Food Processors

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