Supply Chain Process Optimization

TROY ROWELL

Metro CHA/Metro ATL 470-***-**** ***********@*****.*** linkedin.com/in/troy-rowell PROJECT & PROCESS ENGINEERING OPERATIONS IMPROVEMENT MAINTNANCE & AUTOMATION

OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE TECHNOLOGY & AUTOMATION LEADERSHIP STRATEGIC PROCESS OPTIMIZATION

Transforming operations through strategic process optimization, automation, and technology-driven innovation to drive sustainable growth Dynamic leader with nearly 20 years of experience driving operational excellence, process optimization, and technology transformation across manufacturing, R&D, engineering, and supply chain. Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams to streamline processes, implement automation, and enhance efficiency, delivering measurable cost savings and productivity gains. Adept at leveraging Industry 4.0, data-driven decision-making, and continuous improvement methodologies to drive sustainable growth. Passionate about aligning technology and strategy to maximize profitability and scalability. SIGNATURE ACHIEVEMENTS:

Led process and reliability improvements across major airport automation operations, driving a

$120M revenue increase, securing $140M in contracts, and unlocking $220M in new business opportunities.

Implemented automation and process optimizations that increased daily production by 31%, improving shipment efficiency from 86% to 99% and generating a potential $3.8M annual revenue boost.

Optimized supply chain operations, reducing supplier costs by 33% ($150K annually), cutting lead times by 50% in 23 weeks, and increasing on-time shipping from 63% to 94%, saving $45K in logistics costs.

SIGNATURE STRENGTHS & COMPETENCIES

Technology Transformation &

Digital Integration

Strategic Planning & Execution Supply Chain Optimization & Logistics Efficiency

Process Optimization &

Automation

Change Management & Culture

Transformation

Revenue Growth & Cost

Reduction Strategies

Performance Governance & KPI

Management

Reliability Engineering & Asset

Management

Stakeholder & Client

Relationship Management

Cross-Functional Leadership Advanced Data Analytics & Visualization

Mentorship, Coaching &

Consultation

EXECUTIVE EXPERIENCE

TOYOTA – Greensboro, NC July 2024 – Current

Fiber Optics & Copper Infrastructure Lead (Contractor)

• Greenfield - Manage, organize, and carry out day-to-day data cable installation activities

• Coordinate with site GM’s, vendors & leadership in efforts to meet project deadlines Vanderlande / TOYOTA Industries (TICO) – Atlanta, GA Aug 2021 – April 2023 Sr Manager, Engineering Excellence – Airport Conveyor & Automated Systems Key Accounts: JFK, ORD, DFW, DEN, LAX, ATL, MCI, MCO airports & Delta Airlines

• Promoted to Senior Manager with Director-level responsibilities after one year, demonstrating excellence in leadership and technical execution

• Spearheaded efforts to capture $120MM in revenue opportunities by aligning strategic initiatives with client objectives across major accounts

• Established and led an Operational Excellence/PMO framework in partnership with key clients, including Delta Airlines and major airports (LAX, ATL, MCO, MCI), delivering on commitments worth $140M secured revenue and supporting a potential pipeline of $220M

• Managed 19 automation projects, overseeing schedule ownership, budget tracking, stakeholder collaboration, and on-site execution from planning through closeout

• Enhanced operational efficiency through rigorous punch list management, change order controls, and stakeholder communication

• Directed cross-functional coordination among GMs, project managers, process engineers, and vendors to meet critical timelines and quality standards Manager, Asset & Reliability Engineering – Warehouse Automation Aug 2020 – Aug 2021 Key CustomerAccounts: NIKE, Amazon, Walmart - Canada, VF, Sherwin-Williams, GAP

• Partnered with engineering and maintenance teams to improve work order performance, improve plant uptime, reduce unplanned downtime & raising on-time completion rates from 76% to 92% in 10 weeks by equipment failure analysis, optimizing workflows and leveraging CMMS

• Delivered innovative predictive maintenance pilots for major clients like Walmart Canada and Nike Europe, designing SaaS/PaaS models to advance analytics and improve asset reliability

• Led the development of technical lifecycle plans to align with SLA/T&C requirements, leveraging performance data and visual management tools to achieve measurable outcomes

• Built and mentored a high-performing Asset & Reliability Engineering team, including specialists in data analytics, reliability, and process engineering, driving innovation and continuous improvement initiatives

CMP Corporation / Carrier – Atlanta, GA July 2020 – Aug 2021 General Plant Manager

• MRO facility - In collaboration with German-based automotive supplier, leveraged automation to grow daily production deliverable by 31%; potential annual revenue increase of $3.8MM

• Oversaw the preparation of operational schedules and manufacturing activities to ensure that production and quality of products met specifications

• Managed 35K sq’ construction addition and floor plan design from inception to completion

• Increased same-day shipment metric from 86% to 99% in 120 days

• Worked with Georgia Tech Manufacturing Partnership (GaMEP) to introduce LEAN frameworks to plant staff

• Worked with stakeholders & vendors to optimize ERP barcode scanning functionality Emerson Electric, Cargo Solutions – Kennesaw, GA Feb 2018 – July 2020 Sr. Operations Manager

• Monitored brownfield project progress, worked with subcontractors to meet project goals & deadlines

• Increase output by 43% in 5 months utilizing LEAN tools & U-Cell conveyor automation production

• Sourced local/regional vendors to reduce supplier cost by 33%, saving ~$150K annually & decreased lead time to nearly 50% in ~ 23 weeks

• Oversaw the preparation of operational schedules and manufacturing activities to ensure that production and quality of products met specifications

• Utilized SPC tools to increase First Pass Yield from 23% to 73%

• Partnered with domestic and global (China, Italy & Mexico) supply chain teams to increase on time shipping from 63% to94% reducing absorbed logistics cost ~$45k over 5 quarters between 2 distribution sites

ArcelorMittal Global Research & Development Group – E. Chicago, IN Jan 2010 – July 2017 Sr Operations Analyst / Lead Quality Deputy

• Executed performance testing, inspection & documentation, non-conformance investigations/audits, initiate, create & support procedures-work instructions/SOP’s & product development

• Worked with maintenance to implement TPM/MRO program resulting in decreased downtime from13hrs to 9.7hrs/wk.

• Improved avg. on-time deliverable rate from 8 days to 4 days - ~$280K budget savings EDUCATION

Southern Polytechnic State University/Kennesaw State University, Marietta, GA (May 2025) Bachelor of Science, Industrial & Automation Systems Engineering Villanova University (2016)

Lean Six Sigma Certification

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT / TRAINING

• Familiar with Regulatory Compliance (OSHA, ANSI, NFPA, ISO, PAS-55)

• Power BI, JIRA, SAP 4HANA, SQL, AutoCAD

• Artificial Intelligence & Business Strategy – LinkedIn Learning, September 2023

• SCRUM Master Test Preparation – LinkedIn Learning, September 2023

• PMP Formal Internal Company Training & Certification - Emerson University, June 2019

• LEAN Six Sigma BB Training & Certification: Emerson University, Spring 2018

• LEAN Six Sigma BB Training: Villanova University, Fall 2017 – Spring 2018

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