Deb Zimmerman

Background

About Deb Zimmerman

Supply Chain, Logistics and Information Technology Professional. Dynamic Leader with 20+ years of supply chain and IT experience leading operational excellence, cost optimization and capability expansion with a strong sense of urgency to achieve organizational objectives. Thrives in a fast-paced environment. Successful delivery of innovative business solutions, continuous improvement, prioritization, alignment, clear direction setting, data-driven analysis, metrics, process improvement, standardization, governance, team building, collaboration, communication and technical savvy. Comfortable interfacing at all levels of organizations. Core competencies include: Innovative vision to identify and deliver optimal and repeatable solutions to complex opportunities and challenges. Proven leadership to deliver operational excellence in both union and non-union environments. Expertise in warehousing, distribution, transportation, capacity planning, production scheduling, strategic sourcing, materials management, program management, MES, business relationship management, strategic planning, AOP, talent development, development of high-performance organizations, collective bargaining, global reliability, lean manufacturing, end-to-end supply chain optimization, productivity optimization, cost optimization as well as information technology infrastructure, support, application development and integration.