Robert Pridgen

Principal Consultant @Sparq360

Chicago, IL, US
EMAILS
r••••••••@tagntrac.com
MOBILE NUMBERS
+19•••••••98

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WORK HISTORY

Jul 2021 — Present

Principal Consultant @Sparq360

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Chicago, IL, US

Sparq360 is a boutique consulting firm specializing in supply chain operations and optimization.Delivering strategic solutions in- Global trade optimization- Advanced material management systems- Predictive demand forecasting- Cold chain optimization- Distribution network efficiency- Supplier compliance and risk mitigation (labor and contract research and investigations)- Generative AI to assist in freight documentation, tracking, reporting, and customer service

EDUCATION

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IMD

Organizational Leadership

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Drew University

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and Government

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Rutgers Business School

Master of Business Administration - MBA, Finance, General

SKILLS

Cross-Functional Team LeadershipFreightSapAccount ManagementShippingStrategyPurchasingProcess ImprovementBusiness ProcessContract NegotiationConsultingDemand PlanningFinanceKey Performance Indicators3plProcurementProject ManagementOperations ManagementTransportationManufacturingWarehousingInternational LogisticsManagementTeam BuildingVeteransInventory ManagementSupply Chain ManagementStrategic SourcingMaterials ManagementOperational ExcellenceLeadershipTransportation ManagementSupply ChainBusiness Process ImprovementNegotiationLogistics ManagementSix SigmaWarehouse ManagementBudgetingLogistics

ABOUT ROBERT PRIDGEN

Senior operations and supply chain executive with over 20 years of global leadership in production, planning, and distribution including- significant US domestic and international P&L leadership (China, UAE, India, and UK)- production and material management control - forecasting that increased availability while reducing inventory- supplier compliance research (labor practices + contractual obligations)- extensive cold chain planning and operational experience Finance MBA (Rutgers), MCIPS, PMP, and PE Certificate holder (Wharton) with strong leadership, specializing in optimizing production economics and transforming manufacturing into a competitive advantage.Decorated US Army veteran skilled at managing multi-generational and multicultural workforces.

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