Eric Saleh

About Eric Saleh

Transformational Supply Chain Leader with 15+ years of progressive experience across operations, procurement, logistics, and materials management — currently serving as Supply Chain Director for International Motors (Navistar Inc.). Proven track record of building high-impact teams, delivering digital solutions, and aligning complex supply chains to support Class 6–8 truck and bus production across North America.Most recently led the corporate restructuring of the supply chain organization and launched the company’s first enterprise-wide Control Tower using PowerBI and ERP data — resulting in a 100% production attainment streak since October 2024. Known for developing scalable tools that enhance visibility, accountability, and supplier performance. Built and deployed dashboards used daily by over 100 Material Planners and Executives Reduced supplier-related production downtime through proactive backlog and risk management Unified operations across 5 manufacturing facilities and 1800 global suppliers Experienced in 3PL strategy (Ryder, RXO), indirect procurement, and crisis mitigationWith deep roots in manufacturing and a data-driven approach to leadership, I thrive in complex environments where agility, collaboration, and results matter.Let’s connect if you’re looking for:– Executive supply chain leadership– Procurement transformation– Digital visibility tools (ERP + PowerBI)– Strategic operations and logistics optimization

Experience

1. Supply Chain Director

   International

   Nov 2023 — Present

   Led the development and rollout of a unified Supply Chain & Logistics Control Tower, transforming shortage management and supply risk monitoring across five plants. • Recognized as International Quality Award Runner-Up for driving measurable improvements in supply chain visibility, cost savings, and planner productivity. • Delivered $1.2M in freight savings, 6+ months of schedule attainment, and hours of planner capacity gains through automation and standardized processes. • Championed cross-functional collaboration, governance, and training, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.• Developed the Supply Chain and Logistics 7 Pillar Strategy to improve International’s End-To-End strategy from order intake to product delivery.• Led Supplier Collaboration initiative within the 7 Pillar Strategy including developed a Supplier Development Team with playbook and actionable improvement process and metrics to improve a supplier’s performance to International.• Sourced and secured international warehouses, supporting global expansion and optimizing material flow for production and supplier delivery.• Developed and implemented comprehensive warehouse management plans, aligning inventory control, material handling, and logistics processes with organizational objectives.• Co-Chair lead implementing a predictive analytic AI system within our ERP to track patterns within our supply chain and production operations and eventually predict large scale material buys, warehousing and reaction to supply chain disruptions.• Currently lead a multidisciplinary team of material planners, supply chain risk mitigation specialists, EDI and audit compliance experts, surplus reduction analysts, analytical tool developers, packaging and containerization professionals, and supply chain engineers.

Education

• American Heart Association

  Certificate, CPR Instructor

  2003 — 2003

• Loyola University Medical College

  Diploma, Emergency Medical Technician

  1999 — 1999

• PennWest Edinboro

  BA, Criminal Justice

  1993 — 1997

Skills

• Workplace Violence
• Rcra
• Electrical Safety
• Operations Management
• Employee Training
• Security Management
• Private Investigations
• Cctv
• Emergency Services
• Ergonomics
• Fire Safety
• Lean Manufacturing
• Emergency Management
• Policy Writing
• Ehs
• Interior Design
• Environmental Permitting
• Life Safety
• Quality Auditing
• Workplace Safety
• Occupational Health
• Facilities Management
• Industrial Hygiene
• Hearing Conservation
• Planned Preventative Maintenance
• Energy Efficiency
• Inspection
• Lighting Control
• Roofs
• Access Control
• Department Budgeting
• First Aid
• Industrial Safety
• Hazardous Waste Management
• Drug Testing
• Records Management
• Respirator Fit Testing
• Iso
• Maintenance Management
• Iso 9000