Tommy Russell's Email & Phone Number

💼 Past Experience

Tommy Russell's infantry experience:Tommy Russell spent 8 years (2000-2008) as a director of materials at Wright Medical Technology in Memphis, Tennessee. In that position, Tommy direct the company's national and regional supply chainLayout the evaluation, review and approval of the master production scheduled along with providing expertise in the development and implementation of inventory policies, budgets, goals and performance measurements, as well as the purchasing of complex material and components from highly specialized suppliers. In addition, Tommy negotiated purchase contracts with suppliers while leading a group of procurement specialists to locate, develop and maintain sources of supply along with a planning group to schedule manufacturing operations and inventory replenishment. Finally, Tommy coordates between suppliers and engineering on technical issues faced during production and interface with multiple vendors to ensure on-time delivery and create positive vendor-buyer relationships.Tommy Russell's experience with inventory management was also significant at Smith & Nephew Orthopaedics where he was responsible for a group of branches to achieve operational excellence while supporting top-line sales growth demonstrated by meeting asset utilization goals, improving processes, launching major product systems through-out the distribution chain, and driving business strategies in a highly competitive market. Additionally, Tommy created, implemented and rolled-out tools to the field aimed at improving efficiency thru operational best practices throughout the company’s overall supply chain.If there is any question as to what Tommy Russell brings to the table as a product development leader, his experience with supply chain management is exactly what is needed. At Zimmerspine, Tommy led the logistics, operations, manufacturing engineering, materials management, purchasing, planning, scheduling, forecasting, facilities, customer service, warehousing and distribution activities in conformance with established engineering and manufacturing practices, quality standards, and business objectives. He also executed the strategic concepts for setting inventory strategy, and policy for the entire supply chain, including planning, forecasting, purchasing, field inventory, distribution and reverse logistics. In other words, Tommy has oversight of everything from the sourcing of resources to the execution of the plans for inventory. With his knowledge and experience in all aspects of product development, Tommy is rock-bottom in terms of guesswork when it comes to meeting manufacturing objectives.This level of integrative knowledge demonstrates how Tommy Russell is very well-versed in all facets of product development. He knows how to link together all aspects of a product, its development, production, and ultimately customer satisfaction. Tommy is a great leader and a very effective team player.

🎓 Education

Tommy Russell has a degree in Management from Christian Brothers University. Tommy has been working in customer service for several years and has always been able to handle customer interactions in a positive and considerate manner. Tommy has also experience in marketing and sales. Tommy has proven himself as an excellent leaders and has been able to manage and motivate his team.

💡 Technical & Interpersonal Skills

Tommy Russell's professional and technical experiences have included experience working in the materials industry as a Director of Materials at Wright Medical Technology from 2000 to 2008 and as a Regional Inventory Manager at Smith & Nephew Orthopaedics from 1997 to 2000. Additionally, Mr. Russell has experienced working in the corporate world as a Corporate Inventory Manager at Heavy Machines, Inc. from 1988 to 1995 and as a Director of Global Field Operations at Arthrex in Naples, Florida from January 2012 to December 2013. In each of these roles, Mr. Russell has played a critical role in achieving success for the company. Furthermore, Mr. Russell has extensive experience in customer service and warehouse management, which has Simonized him as an ideal candidate for the role of Director of Global Field Operations at Arthrex.In his role as Director of Global Field Operations at Arthrex, Mr. Russell will be responsible for implementing and oversaw all aspects of the company's field operations, including the execution of inventory policies, procedures, and the customer service experience. He will also be responsible forocused on improving efficiency through operational best practices throughout the company's overall supply chain. In addition, Mr. Russell will be responsible for the consistent execution to effectively manage inventory performance across a multichannel business model thru a multi site distribution and sales network. Additionally, Mr. Russell will be in charge of the successful implementation of all processes used to achieve key metrics.Prior to joining Arthrex, Mr. Russell was the Sr. Director, North America Field Operations at Wright Medical Technology from 2007 to 2011. During his tenure at Wright Medical Technology, Mr. Russell was responsible for the overall operation, strategy, planning, direction, and control of activities involving the execution of inventory policies, procedures, and the entire customer service experience. In addition, Mr. Russell was also responsible for the development and implementation of inventory policies and procedures for the Manitowoc Debarking division.Mr. Russell's education and experience provide him with the skills and experienceneeded to be aDirector of Global Field Operations at Arthrex. He possesses a wealth of knowledge and experience in the materials industry which will make him an excellent candidate for this role. With his extensive experience in customer service and warehouse management, Mr. Russell is well-suited for the role of Director of Global Field Operations at Arthrex.