Robert Pligge Email Address

Director, Supply Chain

Established in 1915, Storage Battery Systems LLC has become renown for providing DC Power Solutions_C/ for stationary & Forklift / Motive Power applications. From flooded battery cells, to sealed VRLA strings, from Ni-Cad jars to Lithium-ION rechargeable battery packs, SBS has developed a reputation for delivering superior performance & dedication to customer service. At SBS, we offer a wide variety of DC products and services for Stationary & Utility applications, Motive Power / Forklift / Palletjacks & Material Handling application requirements that can enhance and maximize the performance you get from your application.

I am a Supply Chain Professional with 17 years of Industry Experience and a Master’s Degree of Professional Studies in Supply Chain Management (MPS – SCM). My Industry Experience encompasses Logistics, Procurement, Purchasing, Inventory Management, Supplier Management, Strategic Sourcing, Negotiation, Distribution, Warehousing, Manufacturing, Operations, and Materials Planning, SIOP. I’ve demonstrated strong results in Leadership, Change Management, Customer Satisfaction, Cost Savings Initiatives, Productivity Improvements, and Inventory Rationalization. In addition to my SCM Master’s Degree from the Smeal College of Business, I am Certified in Transportation and Logistics (CTL) through ASTL, and Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) through APICS. I have obtained my Green Belt certification in Lean Six-Sigma (LSS), and recently completed The 4 Disciplines of Execution (4DX) Leadership Certification. I’ve become highly proficient within the following ERP systems: Oracle NetSuite, INFOR, SAP, and BAAN while also possessing a high aptitude within MS EXCEL. Lastly, I have Spanish Language Fluency that can be utilized for cross cultural collaboration. My career goals include continued expansion of my Supply Chain expertise within an industry and organization that I am passionate about. In my current and future roles I strive to consistently lead change and increase overall company value by identifying sustainable cost reductions and improved processes throughout the supply and value chains.