Director of Purchasing and Operations at Nexus RV and RVWA Charitable Foundation Board Member
With over 10 years of experience in the RV industry, I have a comprehensive understanding of the drive necessary to achieve the results of a top-level executive. As the challenges get more significant, my level of passion and determination increase accordingly. My abilities encompass a multitude of areas. My understanding of Lean Manufacturing through applying 5S Six Sigma principles in the operation of Nexus RV, along with my unique taste in creating unmatched interior designs to our products, has provided me a rare perspective of both manufacturing and design.
Further, as the Director of Purchasing and Operations, I am responsible for the Bill of Material Management, material procurement, operational flow, and training team members on our ERP system. I manage all new vendor communications and agreements as well as negotiate pricing and terms with over 500 vendors. Last year I oversaw $80 million in parts purchasing. To continue to improve our culture and aptitude, I am implementing training for our parts department and am actively involved with our accounting department during the month-end process. My strengths include problem solving, strategic planning, and change implementations.
Throughout my career I have gotten to be a part of some very dynamic teams with Bath and Body Works’ home office in Columbus, Ohio. Working for an operations team for a large company in a different industry allowed me to bring an outside perspective to this work in the RV space. I have a proven track record of guiding organizations through growth, transformation, and innovation. I am always looking to collaborate with like-minded professionals and explore opportunities that align with my passion for the RV industry. I can’t wait to connect and grow together.