Derek Coulter

About Derek Coulter

Executive leader with a demonstrated record of building complex strategies, high performing teams, and processes that exceed desired performance results. Experienced in driving business growth and profitability, including net new and expansion of service networks, managing large scale vendor partnerships, driving cost reductions, and supporting growth. Sought out for sophisticated approaches to improve operations through partnerships, creative problem solving, and leadership of change management to drive desired outcomes.Proven areas of expertise include: Executive Leadership Management ~ Cross Functional Collaboration ~ Multi-Channel Distribution Operations ~ Vendor Management ~ System Integration ~ Circular Operations ~ Financial Planning and Analysis ~ Process Design Improvement ~ Contract Negotiations ~ Maximizing Relationships ~Greenfield Starts-ups ~ Large Scale Project Management ~ Aftermarket Operations Repair ~ Recruiting and Building World Class Teams

Experience

1. Head of Operations, Aftermarket North America

   MAHLE

   Apr 2024 — Present · Olive Branch, MS, US

   Leader of the Aftermarket Operations for North America, including MAHLE Aftermarket Inc. and MAHLE Aftermarket Mexico. Responsible for regional operational execution, inventory planning, service level requirements, and financial performance of the supply chain.~Spearhead regional operations roadmap to develop and deliver operational improvements through the implementation of standardized best in class assembly, warehouse management, and fulfillment processes.~Drive strategy and execution through network design, process automation, freight optimization, third-party logistics providers, and inventory planning tools.

Education

• University of Phoenix

  Bachelor's degree, Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services

  2002 — 2006

Skills

• Forecasting
• Logistics
• Leadership
• Customer Service
• Supply Chain Management
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Warehousing
• Process Improvement
• Inventory Management
• Operations Management
• Supply Chain
• Strategic Planning
• Management
• Team Building