“Outstanding” Senior Project Manager & Life Coach
SUMMARY
Proven project manager known for a quick mastery of complex variables, exceptional relationship skills at all levels, and consistent results.
* Skilled at planning and managing large complex projects on time and within budget
* A natural leader known for working well under pressure and successfully managing the expectations of multiple stakeholders
* A trusted client partner; known for a refreshing candor, intelligence, and consistent delivery that exceeds expectations
* High energy, creative solutions and team engagement create a project synergy valued by participants and results valued by stakeholders
* Laser-focused on bottom line results – monitor budgets like a hawk
* Organizes chaos with ease, squashes “the sky is falling” mentality
SNAPSHOT
New Business Planning
Restructuring / Bankruptcy
Cross-Functional Teams
Complex Global Projects
Program Management
Advanced Engineering
Tooling & Manufacturing
Process Driven
Strategy Implementation
P&L Responsibility
Dynamic Team Leadership
Outstanding Communicator
EXPERIENCE
Life Coach, Owner
2013 to present
Just Be Fearless and Free – Grosse Pointe Farms, MI
~ Life Coaching for Individuals, Couples and Small Groups~
* Guide clients through life balance self assessment, help people recognize and empower their gifts and talents, support clients through crisis and life events, teach techniques and develop course curriculum for overall happiness and balance, assist with goal development and hold clients accountable as their goals are achieved.
Program Manager
2012 to 2013
Wilbert Plastic Services – Troy, MI
~ Diverse Plastics Supplier just breaking into the Automotive Industry~
* Transition and development of non automotive injection molding plant into a full service Tier 1 automotive supplier.
* Initial program set up and development for multiple Ford interiors. Spearheaded tool kickoff, sourcing and late customer design activities to ensure program success.
* Managed extraordinary tight timeline and eased strenuous customer relationship.
Program Manager
2010 to 2012
Faurecia Interior Systems – Auburn Hills, MI
~ The World’s #1 Automotive Interior Supplier with 75,000 employees across the globe~
* Execution, launch of luxury GM vehicle interior, $400M annual sales. Program consists of 200 piece tooling line up built in 6 countries, launch in 3existing plants, acquisition and set up of 2 new manufacturing facilities, 17 different technologies.
* Met and Exceed Semester targets for increasing Operating Income while decreasing Upfront Spending.
* Developed Business Plan Recovery Summary to improve financials of program.
* Given a late program award and a brand new team – created, organized and implemented cohesive work plans for manufacturing plants, suppliers, logistics and internal team.
* Own and resolve all cost, timing and open issues at customer, supplier and tool sources.
Program Manager
2008 to 2010
International Automotive Components – Dearborn, MI
~ A $4.5 billion full-service automotive supplier with 70 facilities in 18 countries~
* Manage cross-functional teams to execute projects on nine Ford vehicle platforms totaling $50-75 million in annual sales.
* Scope of work involves all aspects of pre award, tool build and post manufacture for an average of 50-100 pieces of tooling per platform.
* Successfully interface with the customer (purchasing, engineering, project management, manufacturing), and internal team (designers, engineers, cost estimators, purchasing, advertising, capacity planning) to achieve results.
Platform Manager
2006 to 2008
Blue Water Automotive Systems – Marysville, MI
~ A $200 million supplier of injection molded and blow molded products~
* Responsible for profit and loss on Ford programs totaling $40 million in annual sales; managed tooling and capital budgets of $35 million.
* Hired, managed, and mentored a team of five Program Managers to successfully launch products during pre- and post-bankruptcy restructuring.
* Drove accountability to ensure on time and under budget product launches.
* Spearheaded a cash flow reporting project to increase integrity of the system and accuracy of reports; took active role in streamlining PO process during bankruptcy.
* Developed strong relationships with OEMs, and suppliers. Wrote, reviewed and approved Statements of Work for suppliers and Tier I customers.
* Prepared and presented compelling technical and sales presentations to high-profile customers to obtain new business and fill open capacity.
Program Manager
Tooling Engineer
Advanced Engineering
Manufacturing
2002-2006
Lear Corporation –Metro Detroit, MI
~ A $16 billion full-service automotive supplier with 90,000 employees in 34 countries~
* Effectively led and motivated cross-functional teams of 20 to 200 on automotive programs that enco...
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