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Senior Director Materials Development and Operations

Under Armour (NYSE: UA), the originator of performance footwear, apparel and equipment, revolutionized how athletes across the world dress. Designed to make all athletes better, the brand's innovative products are sold worldwide to athletes at all levels. Visit the Company's website, www.uabiz.com.

Operations Executive combining business knowledge and strategic thinking to achieve organizational evolution. More than 20 years leadership expertise in global material supply chain and product process innovation; material development, sourcing, procurement, logistics, forecasting, costing and strategic project management. Extensive success in initiating and implementing business strategies resulting in reduced lead-time, economies of scale, risk management, improved service level and significant environmental and cost savings. Specialties: •Building global organizations, providing cross functional team leadership for material development and sourcing; United States, Asia and Europe. •Business acumen; successful relationships with executive management: finance, legal, HR, marketing, design and operations. •Creating/leading Materials for Environment footwear strategy. •Product process innovation; PDM/PLM systems. •Delivering results through strategic partnerships; contract and price negotiation.