Accomplished Supply Chain Leader with a diverse background that provides a well-rounded perspective of all aspects of Supply Chain Design and Management. Excellent skillset in data analytics, predictive data modeling and dashboard development. Leading the industry on data visibility driving process standardization.

1. Paul D. Ferrata
634 Santa Elena Canyon Phone: 512-844-3555
Spring, Texas 77388 Pferrata61@gmail.com
PROFILE
Accomplished Supply Chain Leader with a diverse background that provides a well-rounded perspective of all
aspects of Supply Chain Design and Management. Excellent skillset in data analytics, predictive data
modeling and dashboard development. Leading the industry on data visibility driving process
standardization. Possess strong communication and team building skills with a history of design and
implementation of large scale projects. Solid interpersonal skills with a history of building cohesive groups from
diverse individuals, providing the leadership and direction to achieve goals. Technology expert that finds
innovative solutions to complex problems. Over 28 years in a management capacity. Experienced in negotiating of
complex supply chain agreements, contract logistics and freight management contracts. Expert in inbound to
manufacturing, VMI, plant design, operations management, business model planning, program development and
implementation, labor relations union and non-union, financial planning, profit and loss analysis, operational
process improvement, and experience managing over 800+ employees.
Expertise highlights: Contract Logistics
 Operations & P&L Management  Business Modeling & Design (MOST) Quality Assurance (ISO)
 Network and 4-walls Analyses  Process Improvements, (BPI) Supply Logistics (APICS)
 Port Development & Marine Support  Operations Performance (LEAN) Budgets and Finance
 Supply Chain Design & Management  In-Bound to MFG. Procurement and (VMI)
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Consultant to Maritime clients for Logistics, Port design, and operational efficiencies. 2015 – Current
 Currently engaged in 3 unique projects in the Gulf of Mexico region supporting supply chain designs and
synergies identification for a new Port facility (Port Cameron Development), G2 LNG plant in Cameron
Parish, La., and LIGTT (Louisiana Gulf International Transfer Terminal).
CEVA Global Operations Director for Energy Sector 2015 – Feb. 2018
 Director of Global Operations in the energy sector responsible for managing solutions for Up-stream &
Mid-stream energy clients. Built maintained and improved Complex Supply Chain Strategies for high-
velocity critical exploration and drilling operations in US, Latin America, Europe, Middle East and Asia.
and Freight Management global solutions and standardization.
 Developing industry leading data visibility tools and dashboards unique to the client’s needs utilizing SVG,
Qlik-View and Tableau and self-designed solution for supply chain needs of our energy clients. Deployed
creative data dashboard views tailored to the client’s specific needs driving efficiencies into the operations
and managing cost avoidance solutions through predictive analysis.
 Global Process Standardization for all energy clients assuring the process is identified, trained and
maintained across all regions.
Crane Worldwide Logistics Director of Global Solutions March 2013 – March 2015
 Held the position of Director for Global Solutions in Contract Logistics and the Energy Sector. The
position encompassed the development and implementation of solutions for CL and Energy clients such
as Baker Hughes, Wholesome Sweeteners, Nabors, Halliburton, NOV, Anadarko, as well as other 4-walls
opportunities.
 Design engineer for Contract Logistics developing procedures and CAD designs for manufacturing facility
layouts for contract logistics opportunities. Responsibility included both design and implementation of
major CL opportunities.
 Started at Crane Worldwide Logistics opening the Baker Hughes distribution center, Domestic and
International consolidation center, and overflow facilities.

2. CEVA Sr. Director Engineering and System Solutions Dell Computers & Microsoft May 2001 – Jan. 2013
 Oversaw and owned the engineering department responsible for improving and sustaining operational
excellence for Dell, Microsoft, and Masco.
 Assisted in the designed and support for the engineering solutions for Microsoft finished goods
distribution in Memphis, TN. and Mira Loma, Ca. On-Line Store support, Full network transportation
analysis. Brick and Mortar replenishment strategy, Value Custom Services efficiencies created…
 Design architect and implementation owner for numerous in-bound to manufacturing JIT Supply Logistics
Centers for Dell Computer Corporations. SLC locations across the US and Latin America. Responsible
included building requirements, preparing models, crafting statements of work, implementation and
operational support.
 Oversaw material planning, resource scheduling, and reporting to meet Microsoft, Dell and CEVA’s
objectives and goals for in bound to manufacturing for (4) major Dell factories in the US.
 Managed numerous large scale operations ranging from work forces of over 100 employees to 800 plus.
 Owned and responsible for budgets and P&L's for $68 MM in revenue operating at acceptable levels of
profitability.
 Provided in-depth experience with the development of new system functionality to meet the needs of our
customers material flow and sourcing needs.
Accomplishments
 Developed and established application software titled; Knowledge Harvest, a front end authoring tool that
allows for innovation in reporting structure.
 Created advanced dashboards from the ground up, that display real time tracking of key indicators using
scalable vector graphics. These dashboards have been adopted by numerous JIT and fleet operations
across the country.
 Selected to help create and organize the look forward planning on supply chain strategies for Dell
Computer Corporation.
 Implemented seven SLC’s, two bypass yards, and two order fulfillment centers in five cities in seven
months. This was over 2.3 million square feet of warehouse space.
 Increased the Dell business from 1.5 million annual revenue, to the current model of 68 million, with
projections to grow to over 400 million over the next five years.
 Saved $1.1 million per year by developing a cost reduction plan that reduced MHE and FTE’s by
converting the facility through a complete foot print redesign.
United Parcel Service, Houston, Texas 1985 – 2000
Division Manager-Center Manager-Strategic Systems Manager-Time Study Coordinator…
 Managed large scale UPS hubs and distribution facilities at a division manager’s level. The last facility
employed over 800 people and processed over one hundred thousand parcels daily.
 Managed seven independent UPS center operations across Houston.
 Held the position for Strategic Systems Coordinator over South East District. Responsible for design
efforts, establishing scope requirements, testing, and implementation of new systems and technology.
 Managed in an industrial engineering capacity with building and facilities, time study coordination,
computer assisted dispatch control, and implementation of a system titled DIAD, Delivery Information
Access Device.
 Served and chaired on the Greater Houston Partnership association as a UPS representative.
Accomplishments
 Best operations for the year. Best safety for the year. Best revenue growth for the year for Next Day Air
Service. Peoples award for demonstrating sound people and management skills.
 Team lead for new facility start up for air operations at Ellington field.
 Project manager for a new facility start up at the Stafford hub, over three hundred thousand square foot
hub and multi center facility.
 Increased production within the hub network by 22% by developing sound process improvements for
material flow and the reduction of touches in the over process. This was accomplished by developing a
strong Team Concept in the facility.
EDUCATION
 Coursework, Engineering, Texas A&M, College Station, Texas
 Coursework, General Studies, Blinn College, Brenham, Texas
 Coursework, Petroleum Engineering, Tyler Junior College, Tyler, Texas

3.  Coursework, General Studies, University of Houston, Houston, Texas
COMPUTER SKILLS
Certifications: Green Belt APICS
Data Base Development and Data Visualization through SVG, QlikView, Tableau, Dundas, SVG…
Operating Systems: Microsoft, SQL Server, MMP, MacOS
Software: Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft FrontPage, Net Objects, Macromedia Flash, Dreamweaver, WMS,
Auto CAD, and Visual Studio, Projects
Programming Languages: Visual Basic and VB.NET
Internet Protocols/Networking Skills: TCP/IP, FTP, HTTP, SMTP, and Wireless
Manufacturing:
 Materials/inventory management
 JIT (Just In Time) inventory to MFG.
 Materials warehousing
 Lean concepts – 6 Sigma
 Business process improvements (Green Belt Certification)
Key Strengths:
 Strategic Systems Development
 Supply Chain Development
 Operations Management
 AUTO CAD
 Business Modeling
 Labor Modeling (MOST)
 Financial Planning
 Operations Management
 Logistics and Warehouse Design
 Facility Startup and Project Management
 TeamBuilding
 P&L Management
 EXCELL
 POWERPOINT
 WORD
 Data Visualization
 Dashboard Design and Development