josh stalsonburg

* Responsible for coordinating the delivery of (2000+) part numbers to the point of application, optimizing material flow, reducing manpower, controlling safety, and solving logistical issues. * Report to Sr. Manager of Supply Chain Management (Material Handling). Accountable for (4) Supervisors and (80+) technicians. * Set objectives, targets, control items, and tracking mechanisms. * Responsible for project implementation, strategic planning, and process improvements.

* Project lead on Value Network Optimization team to reduce total delivery cost to Canton facility. Annual saving exceeded 10 million dollar target for 2008-09. * Performed new model budget studies which included transportation, internal equipment, and internal storage racks. * Overseas S-LOT packaging improvement activity generated 2 million dollars in annual logistics savings. Reviewed the top 200 high logistics parts and increased number of parts per container, changed design level, or shipping location to achieve savings. * Develop internal delivery processes and methods for optimal material flow. * New model packaging and logistics strategy development and implementation.

* Packaging responsibility of launch activities for 5 major model launches in 13 months. * Liaison between Nissan Manufacturing and Suppliers on ranging concerns of quality, safety, cost and delivery. * Project lead for internal logistics improvement team aimed at delivering sub-assembled material to reduce line side manpower, minimize waste, and increase value add work content. * Manage Supplier packaging approval for new and current models. * Coordinate design, approval, development, and delivery of internal Body Frame and Stamping rack fleets.