Operational Excellence/Cost Reductions with Power Solutions

Team Education & Certifications Highlights

• Project and Program Management Certified
• Engineering Management
• Engineering Technology
• DFMEA/Six Sigma/Cost of Quality/Red X Foundation

• Program & Project Management 

(PMBoK)

• Inventory Management & Optimization
• Cost of Quality Improvements

(Manufacturing & Assembly)

• Root Cause Analysis

(Design, Process, Supplier, Warranty)

• Wire Harness Design & Manufacturing
• Complexity Reduction Strategies

(Supplier Pricing & Quality)

• VAVE Execution

($6.5M operational savings)

• Cost Negotiation & Reduction

($4M in supplier savings)

• Product Launch & Lifecycle Management

Leading engineering and manufacturing teams with the ability to unify cross-functional teams—from R&D and purchasing to quality and manufacturing—has resulted in:

• Streamlined inventory systems
• Reduced cost-of-quality through process standardization
• Root cause resolution for high-impact product and delivery issues
• Complexity reduction that drives competitive supplier pricing

Leadership supporting OEMs and Tier I suppliers in launching high-profile programs—on time, on budget, and with measurable impact.

With over two decades of experience driving innovation, cost savings, and operational excellence across global engineering teams, Advantage-Optimum is the expert companies turn to when they need results—not just reports.

Leading cross-functional teams, delivering complex projects from concept to launch across industries including automotive, consumer appliances, and industrial transportation. Our leadership style blends strategic vision with hands-on execution, fostering team synergy while embracing individual strengths.

Whether you're launching a new product, optimizing manufacturing processes, or navigating supplier challenges, Advantage-Optimum brings the clarity, confidence, and capability to get it done—on time and on budget.

✅ $12.5M VAVE Savings: Achieved across 5yrs by transforming engineering culture and execution
✅ $4M Supplier Cost Reductions: Through strategic negotiations and complexity reduction
✅ Inventory Optimization: Improved delivery timelines and reduced waste across global operations
✅ Root Cause Mastery: Solved design and manufacturing issues with precision and speed
✅ Global Alignment: Led remote teams and cross-border initiatives with seamless execution

✅ Results-Driven: Millions saved through strategic cost reductions and process optimizations
✅ Trusted Leadership: Builds high-performing teams and fosters a culture of accountability
✅ Technical Authority: Deep expertise in wire harness systems, electrical engineering, and manufacturing
✅ Strategic Vision: Transforms challenges into opportunities with practical, scalable solutions
✅ Global Reach: Proven success in remote leadership and international collaboration