Derek Nolen
Supply Chain/People Connector
- Role
- Corporate Logistics Manager at Gallagher-Kaiser Corporation
- Location
- Macomb, MI, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Derek Nolen
SUPPLY CHAIN / LOGISTICS / MATERIALS MANAGEMENTOVERVIEW:Recently, 3 years with Tower International a tier one supplier to Nissan, Chrysler, Ford, BMW and Toyota. Extensive management experience that includes 14+ year career with Chrysler Corporation. Built year-over-year record of achievements that includes 6-figure and 7-figure cost reductions, double-digit productivity and efficiency gains, and top scores on performance scorecards. Strong background knowledge and experience in Lean Manufacturing and Supply Chain solutions integration.Motivational trainer, coach, and leader of cross-functional teams, including supervisory personnel.Consistent performance and results in identifying and capitalizing on areas for improvement.Demonstrated excellent ability to handle complex sets of responsibilities in challenging environments.Proficient in multiple operating systems Ford Systems i.e.(QAD, ERP, MRP), Chrysler CMIS, FISKaizen; Visual Factory Management; Root Cause Analysis; Lean Manufacturing; Cycle Counting; Material HandlingAdherence to Internal controlsAPICS memberMMOG certifiedToast Master memberSELECTED KNOWLEDGE/SKILL AREAS: Supply Chain Optimization; Continuous Process Improvement; Logistics Design & Redesign; Workforce Hiring & Retention; Project Cycle Management; Key Performance Indicators; Quality & Safety Standards; Workflow Optimization; Union Negotiations; Team Training & Coaching; Six Sigma Principles
Experience
Corporate Logistics Manager
Aug 2022 — Present · Troy, MI, US
Education
Michigan State University
Bachelor of Science, Food Systems Economics and Management
1981 — 1987
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