Explore Richard’s portfolio… an extract from 20 years work.

Operations and Management

Project leader of multiple Value Stream Transformations including extended programmes with supplier and end customer/ dealer interaction
Hands on teacher, coach and mentor for multiple sustained Operational Excellence initiatives through order to delivery
Developed and implemented the first sequenced build process in Caterpillar setting the benchmark for other global Caterpillar facilities
Developed and implemented various Pull material supply systems servicing a highly configurable products
Subject matter expert for Rapid Improvement Workshops (Kaizen) Both transactional and operations based coaching teams through the process
Experienced operations and production manager leading teams of 100+ employees including multiple operations and support functions
Extensive knowledge of fabrications and powder coating operations with a proven track record in driving projects to completion

Project leader of multiple order to delivery supply chain transformations
Extensive knowledge of the aerospace high end seat building industry with focus on supply chain transformation
Extensive knowledge of the Electric Power industry with focus on supply chain transformation
Managed core component strategic global sourcing projects to maximise enterprise profitability
Lead project to implement an extensive 3PL kitting process for highly configured product
Managed a critical project to create and implement end to end supply chain training plan providing a continuous improvement strategy
Supply Chain recovery - accelerating arrears recovery and embedding a continuous improvement strategy
Lead multiple supplier improvement programs increasing engagement and efficiency between supplier and customer
Undertaking an Interim Supply Chain senior manager role supporting urgent gap in business structure

Managed multiple projects linked to SAP Software system (ERP system) Including implementation of a BoM configuration module (PSM) used by 250+ global users
Extensive knowledge of ISO9001 implementation and governance having managed programmes in operations and supply chain
Service provided to complete internal pre audit inspection for business preparing for ISO9001, AS9100 and AS9120 audits
Key driver and lead in safety improvements designing hazard awareness templates to drive sustainable safety improvements

Developed and implemented a sustained 5s programme for multiple areas including transactional office based and operations based