1. STEVEN R. TRUDEL
84 Robin Hill Road
Chelmsford, MA 01824
978-821-1676
steventrudel@comcast.net
-----------------------------------Executive Profile-------------------------------------
APICS CSCP Certified Global Supply Chain Professional with experience building and improving supply
chains across different industries. A significant track record that includes: sales and operation planning,
forecasting, purchasing, materials management, logistics, distribution, E-commerce and system
implementations. Experienced negotiator of Third Party Logistics and LTL freight contracts. A successful
motivator of employees and leader of cross-functional teams.
 Leadership: A manager, motivator and builder of teams by helping people reach their full potential by
establishing objectives, coaching and training
 Strategic Planning: Key Contributor of management teams responsible for developing and
implementing supply chain strategies to support company growth and business strategies
 Change Agent: Skilled in the development and implementation of new infrastructure, computer
systems and processes enabling achievement of exceptional order fulfillment rates, significantly
increase product availability, and enhance supplier communication and relationships
 Continuous Improvement: Enthusiastic and passionate advocate ofContinuous Improvement.
Extensively implemented Supply Chain Performance Metrics that included Internal Key Performance
Indicators and Supplier Report Cards
 Sourcing and Negotiation: Demonstrated expertise in negotiation of contracts and globally sourcing
product
 Supplier Management: Possess the skill, experience and initiative to work with suppliers to streamline
the supply chain and achieve “total cost” reductions
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WESCO Distribution, Dayton, NJ
~ Largest national electrical distributor($6 Billion annualsales) 2009 - Current
Alliance Manager –PSEG Integrated Supply Contract February 2015 - Current
Successfully manage a startup of a $65 million Integrated Supply contract with PSEG,the largest
New Jersey utility. The contract includes distribution management of electrical,safety products,tools and
MRO products to 45 facilities. Responsibilities include: sales,operations,suppliers,customer-relationship and
profitability. Managed 4 direct reportsand a branch of 40 valued employees.
Key first yearaccomplishments:
 Launched 100,000 square foot distribution center
 Met contractual key performance indicators
 Attained first year profitability goals
 Hired and trained 40 newemployees
 Successfully managed 5 2nd
tierdistribution partners
 Achieved firstyear cost savingscommitment of 10%
 Conducted cost savings standardization events achieving category savings of 12%to 15%
Manager of Strategic Accounts –Investor Owned Utility 2013 – 2014
Responsible for profitability of Investor owned utilities accounts -Northeast Utilities, National Grid and
Con Edison. Negotiated cost and managed contracts in support of $25 million business. Managed 5 inside
sales people.
Program Manager– NSTAR Electric 2009 - 2013
Successfully managed NSTAR Alliance contract. Negotiated pricing contracts for 2,200 items and
managed the NSTAR T&D supply chain for NSTAR. Earned the National Alliance Manager of the
Year award in 2011.

2.  Increased annual sales 120%
 Increased billing margin 60%
 Negotiated annual NSTAR contract pricing
 Conducted Alliance meetings, reviewed KPI's, projects and cost savings initiatives
 Managed E-commerce website and automated replenishment program
 Organized warehouse "Lean Events"
TEA FORTE, CONCORD,MA 2007 - 2008
~ An award winning start up gourmet tea and giftware company
Director ofLogistics
Improved the Supply Chain performance by transitioning to new Third Party Logistics Partner.
Implemented ERP planning modules and negotiated cost reductions with suppliers
 Increased order fulfillment from 80% to 98% and inventory accuracy from 85% to 99% and implemented supplier
metrics and scorecard
 Transitioned inventory and production planning from Excel spreadsheets to MRP and production planning modules
in a Syspro ERP platform
 Negotiated $150,000 savings on freight and corrugate contracts
 Received FDA approval for tea receipt, supplied tea samples and arranged FDA audits
 Traveled to China and identified Third Party Logistic Partner that would enable direct shipments of international
orders
 Obtained approval from U.S. Customs for accelerated duty drawback
GEERLING & WADE, CANTON, MA 2004-2007
~A leading catalog marketing company and direct seller (The Traveling Vineyard)of wine to consumers
Director ofSupply Chain and Distribution
Motivated and directed a department of 3 in successfully streamlining distribution and reducing cost from a
highly regulated alcohol industry
 Reduced the annual distribution cost by $200,000 by streamlining distribution from ten regional warehouses to two
3PL warehouses
 Improved on-time delivery from 80% to 90% and inventory accuracy from 85% to over 95%
 Negotiated 20% savings on small parcel and LTL freight contracts
 Developed partnerships with wholesalers and retailers to allow the distribution of wine in each respective state
PARTYLITE GIFTS, PLYMOUTH, MA 1995-2004
~The premier direct sellerof candlesand accessories;division of Blyth, Inc., Greenwich, CT, a NYSE company.
Director of Supply Chain (2000-2004)
Manager of Worldwide Materials (1996-2000)
Master Scheduler & Systems Analyst (1995-1996)
Provided leadership and implemented the operational and logistical infrastructure that supported company
sales growth from $100 million to $800 million during this period.
 Managed and motivated Materials and Planning Department of 18 by creating staff development programs
including an in-house program for APICS certification, leadership and team-building seminars
 Conducted the monthly Sales and Operation Planning process with Finance, Marketing, Product Development,
Sales and Distribution
 Improved new product available by 75% by reorganizing New Product Development into a formal cross
departmental collaborative process
EDUCATION
UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTSAT LOWELL,B.S. Degree in Business Administration,
CERTIFICATIONS
APICS Certified Production and Inventory Management CPIM, CSCP
ISCEA International Supply Chain Education Alliance certified CSCA