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Chief Information Officer and Vice President of Information Technology

Bourns, Inc., a global manufacturer of automotive electronic components, circuit protection, magnetic and resistive products and sensors and controls.

Accomplished Executive in strategizing, implementing and delivering solutions in fast-paced, deadline-oriented environments, in the areas of Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Procurement, Logistics, Business Intelligence, Finance, Demand Chain, Digital and Omni Channel Initiatives •Innovative business process / IT leader with over 20 years of experience in multiple industries, with diverse experience in delivering both strategic and tactical business initiatives in a global environment •Proven ability to build forward thinking IT Roadmaps that align technology to business strategy •Strong Vendor / Partner management, MSA/SLA/Cost negotiation and outsourcing experience •Highly skilled in Manufacturing, Wholesale, Supply Chain Management, Accounting/Finance, Retail, Business Intelligence, and Digital/e-commerce business processes with associated technologies •Strong experience in building high performance matrix and diverse teams in competitive markets focused on results •Lead by example / Servant Leadership style to foster a culture of team work and dedication to excellence Multi-industry Experience: Manufacturing – Discrete & Process, Hi-Tech, Distribution, Electronics, Medical Devices, Energy, Food & Beverage, Construction, Consumer Business, Apparel & Footwear, Fashion and Retail Core Competencies: •IT and Business Strategy & Execution •Program Management & Program Rescue •BPM & SCOR Techniques, Lean Initiatives •Contract Negotiation and Vendor Management •FDA/FDB & ITAR experience •IT Governance and SOX Compliance •Outsourcing and off-shore team Management •CapEx and OpEx Planning, Budgeting •Employee/Team Leadership & Mentoring Technologies: • ERP, SCM, PLM and CRM implementations • Business Intelligence / Business Warehouse Implementations • Upgrades and M&A • MII and Manufacturing Execution Systems • Digital Technologies