Robert Coomer
Portland, OR | 503.705.3310 | robcoomer@hotmail.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-coomer-05a5818/
BUSINESS LEADER
Growth-oriented and collaborative executive who excels at leading and directing diverse groups of individuals in fast-paced, ever-changing environments. Skilled at ensuring goals are understood and met with enthusiasm and initiative. Passionate about team members and culture. Capable of dealing with ambiguity, learning on the fly, with exceptional judgment. An effective communicator and presenter, with a track record of building large teams and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders.
Core competencies
Supply Chain Management | Food Safety (PCQI) | Food Defense | Facility Security | Employee Safety
Risk Management | Regulatory Compliance| Trainer | Program Manger | Project Management
Logistics | Inventory Management | Facility Management | Vendor Mangement |P&L Management
Strategic Planning | Financial Reporting | Process Improvement | Employee Development
Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, IFS ERP System, OEE, Kronos, Fishbowl Inventory
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Smith Teamaker 2016 – 2022
Vice President of Operations, 2018 – 2022
Oversaw manufacturing, including external relationships with P&L responsibility. Expanded warehouse and production capacity. Implemented a performance management process with goal setting and annual reviews. Led the new product development team via weekly meetings and daily scrum board interfaces. Completed annual reviews, including performance evaluations and growth focus.
Director of Operations, 2016 – 2018
Managed 25 individuals, including six managers. Oversaw operational control, warehousing, production, scheduling / planning, and inventory management. Conducted daily and weekly meetings focusing on supply chain performance ensuring the right team members were engaged.
Radagast Pet Food Inc. 2015 – 2016
Operations Manager
Led and directed a team of 10 individuals. Implemented multiple programs focusing on preventative maintenance, employee safety, and food safety. Ensured compliance with Food Modernization and Safety Act (FSMA). Managed materials from planning through procurement to 3PL management.
TE Connectivity 2012 – 2014
Warehouse Manager
Led 18 individuals over two shifts supporting four value streams with material picking and delivery.
Managed strict inventory handling procedures with a focus on loss control.
Recorded 0 injuries during tenure while managing shipping, receiving, inventory control, cycle counting, factory supply procurement, and stocking in a medical device manufacturing plant.
Starbucks / Tazo Tea 2004 – 2012
Manufacturing Supervisor
EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Master of Business Administration, Concordia University, Portland, OR
Bachelor of Science in History, Illinois State University, Normal, IL
Training: APICS (Basics), Situation Leadership, Problem Solving, Servant Leadership, Diversity in the Workplace, Human Asset Management, Conflict Management, HACCP Accreditation, Theories of Constraint,
Visual Workplace, SGAs, OSHA 30-Hr., Cadence Project Management,
Preventative Controls Qualified Individual, Food Defense Training, HR / Supervisor Training