I am David Crandall, a seasoned Senior Supply Chain, Purchasing, and Business Operations Leader based in Chanhassen, MN, with over 15 years of comprehensive experience. My career has been marked by a focus on strategic and operational planning, process improvement, team training, and fostering strategic partnerships.
In my role at Rochford Supply, I direct a cross-functional team of up to 20 employees, contributing significantly to executive leadership decisions. I've spearheaded initiatives that resulted in a remarkable $1K+ in sales per man hour, a 100% increase over the previous year. I streamlined operations, reducing 20% of the staff for $120K in annual savings while maintaining service levels. I achieved a significant reduction in error rates on inventory cycle counts and delivered $250K in annual COGS savings by building internal production capacity.
My expertise encompasses executive leadership, strategic planning, supply chain and operations management, program and project execution, and change management. I've successfully planned and executed multimillion-dollar projects, and my data-driven mindset allows me to deliver critical insights from KPI analysis.
I hold a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) from Metro State University and an Associate of Science (AS) in Business Management from Minneapolis College. Additionally, I've pursued certifications in Lean Operations and Supply Chain Management from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University.
Beyond my professional accomplishments, I chair the Rochford Supply Safety Committee, emphasizing a safety-focused culture to minimize workplace incidents. My dedication to excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement positions me as a dynamic and accomplished leader in the fields of supply chain and business operations.