1. J. KEITH HUBBARD jkeithhubbard@cfl.rr.com
109 S. Osceola Dr., IHB, FL 32937 321/704-6483 http://www.linkedin.com/in/jkeithhubbard/
COMMODITY SPECIALIST
Results driven leader with years of supply chain / business strategy and financial expertise in Medical, DoD, Industrial and FAA
electronics manufacturing, delivering millions of dollars to top and bottom lines through attained operational excellence.
Phenomenal success planning and executing sourcing strategies based on outsourced component manufacturing, resulting in world
class tactical execution, material cost optimization and exceptional financial performance.
SKILLS & EXPERTISE
Purchasing Management Electronics Manufacturing Finance & Business Accounting
MRP/ERP Systems Global Sourcing Analytical Problem Solving
Strategic Commodity Sourcing Cost Savings / Control - PPV Budgetary Planning
Supplier Corrective Actions / Plans Supply Chain KPIs Continuous Improvement
Supplier Performance / Issue Escalation Supplier Partnerships / Strategies Product to Market (PTM) Projects
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
Supply Chain Leader
Directly managed a supply chain organization tasked with outsourcing +95% of product content enabling a non-
vertically integrated manufacturing operation. Accomplished through strategic partnerships with SME component and
world-class EMS suppliers completely integrated into our internal operation through the innovative utilization of Lean.
Utilized a fixed priced, supply chain centric business model that enabled DRS-TS to be the fastest growing, highest
profit producing division (gross & net/sales) within DRS with a 33% lower DL rate than the next lowest division.
Met or exceeded revenue goals for 96 quarters excelling in both strategic planning and tactical execution through
Supply Chain strategy and execution, S&OP, engineering expertise, best practice implementation, world class
efficiency attainment and refusal to fail.
Strategized a supply chain network effectively leveraging synchronized replenishment processes resulting in
savings in excess of $1 Million annually.
Completely transformed operational model through strategic supplier partnerships and Lean expertise resulting in a
500% increase in capacity utilization and a +70% improvement in productivity over a four year period.
Increased Division’s total inventory turns from 9 to 25+ in 2 years. Continuous replenishment of targeted items
resulted in +50% ($128M) of spend attaining inventory turns in excess of 200 times/year.
Responsible for product costing and margin goals typically improving material cost targets in excess of 10%.
Repeatedly initiated cost down projects, leveraging material volumes, supplier expertise, effective negotiating and
Global Sourcing initiatives.
Led hundreds of successful integrations of new product introductions into supply chain and production – PTM.
Extensive experience and involvement in product lifecycle management from bid and proposal, product
development, qualification, sourcing, PTM, manufacture, test, delivery and support on programs up to $1B.
Operations Leader
Initiated an Operations start-up and developed it into a recognized world class facility in the Lean manufacture of high
quality, critical to function complex devices for Medical, DoD, FAA and Industrial applications. Proficiency in
developing and implementing operations management systems that drive efficiency, growth, quality and competitive
advantage in both extremely small and very large organizations.
Ramped up manufacturing capacity resulting in an increase of operational revenues by $100M in a single fiscal
year (+110% increase) and again by +$200M in a subsequent fiscal year (+67% increase).
Developed and implemented a Production Readiness Review process, coupled with a quick set up/tear down flex
line that resulted in an 92% reduction in average order cycle time.
Completely transformed operational model through Lean methodologies resulting in a 500% increase in capacity
utilization and a +70% improvement in productivity over a four year period.
Lean Methodologies & Continuous Improvement Leader
Recognized expert in Lean Methodologies and rapid organizational transformation through effective Lean utilization.
Corporate Lean leader. Key member of Lean standardization and implementation across corporation. Key member
of corporate global KPI system implementation.
Excellent knowledge and proficiency with applying Lean Techniques in hybrid supply chain/manufacturing
operations producing high quality, critical to function products.
Excel in managing operating budgets in excess of $250M and organizations in excess of 400 employees
2. J. KEITH HUBBARD jkeithhubbard@cfl.rr.com
109 S. Osceola Dr., IHB, FL 32937 321/704-6483 http://www.linkedin.com/in/jkeithhubbard/
DETAILED PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Beach Dogs Pets and Grooming, Satellite Beach, FL [2011 – present]
President
Family obligations forced a professional hiatus during which I’ve devoted my attention to enabling my wife to launch her own
business; successfully executed business plan, launch and marketing strategy in an extremely poor economy, resulting in a
profitable, viable business and an incredibly rewarding experience; family obligations resolved, business is sold, enabling me
to return to my passion – Leading Supply Chain / Manufacturing Operations.
DRS Tactical Systems (formerly PCS), Melbourne, FL [2002 – 2010]
Director Strategic Initiatives and Continuous Improvement, (2009 to 2010)
Promoted to a companywide role. Integral member of Sr. Management team, a leader in strategic planning and authority over
tactical execution, policies, programs and objectives in a company with revenues of $500M/year.
Led the following functional organizations: Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering, Test Engineering, Operations
Planning, Program Planning, Continuous Improvement and Strategic Initiatives.
Operational leadership for Program Management organization and subsequently Design Engineering execution.
Twenty year track record of successfully fulfilling lead Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) function. Exceptional
communication, negotiation and problem solving skills enabling successful interactions with employees, customers and
suppliers, all of which was required to successfully execute this essential role.
Generated and executed company S&OP Schedule aligning all operational and program activities to AOP, contractual
and customer requirements continually attaining operational excellence. Effectively maintained organizational focus,
prioritized tactical plans, measured performance against plan & took corrective action as required.
Authority overseeing all functional organizations budgeting and cost containment.
Problem analysis and problem resolution skills, at both a strategic and functional level – e.g. led finance organization in the
resolution of a $12.1M discrepancy in annual operating plan allowing for corporate plan approval and release.
Vice President of Operations, (2002 to 2008)
Led Operations organization during a growth period that saw revenues increase from $30M+ to $300M+/year, Op Inc
increased +20% year over year all the while maintaining a positive cash flow.
Led the following functional organizations: Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering, Test Engineering,
Operations Planning, Customer Service, Facilities and Quality.
Created and led Supply Chain centric operations organization seamlessly integrated into internal processes with proven
success in managing both inside and outsourced production functions.
Operational liaise and collaboration with DRS Tactical Systems Ltd, an England based division of DRS-TS.
Paravant Computer Systems (PCS) (formerly IMG), Melbourne, FL [1988 – 2002]
Vice President of Operations, (1998 to 2002)
Operations Director, (1993 to 1998)
Manufacturing Manager, (1988 to 1992)
Manufacturing Engineer, (1986 to 1988)
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science - Engineering Technology - Operations, University of Central Florida, FL GPA 3.5
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies, University of Central Florida, FL
TRAINING
Significant organizational investment in my executive development including:
Extended personal executive coaching from Tom Welch: author, radio personality & career coach; Dale Carnegie; Negotiating
Skills – Karrass; Program Management – SM&A; Program Planning & Control – SM&A; Product Management (CPM) -
Pragmatic Marketing; Certificate of Professional Management– University of Central Florida, Proposal Writing – Hy Silver
Lean Manufacturing, Arizona State University, Lockheed Martin & Florida MEP; Microsoft Office Suite, Project, Visio, Access;
Change Management, National Training Systems, Inc.
Secret Clearance