15 Years.
Measurable
Results.
From retail operations to global pharmaceutical supply chain — every role, every system, every result documented.
$4M+
Documented Cost Savings
Supply chain optimization at Takeda
29%
Freight Cost Reduction
Oracle OTM implementation at A.M. Castle
96%
Accuracy Targets Achieved
Global pharmaceutical distribution
4
Major Acquisitions
Systems continuity through each transition
Professional Experience
Career Timeline
Arbor Park Products / Everprotex
Director, Supply Chain Solutions & Product Strategy
June 2025 to Present
Mascoutah, IL
Leading supply chain and product strategy for FDA-registered medical barrier paste for ostomy and wound care patients
Building distribution network and 3PL partnerships for healthcare product launch
Applying pharmaceutical supply chain rigor to healthcare innovation startup context
Takeda Pharmaceuticals USA
Senior Product Manager / Scrum Master
Oct 2015 to June 2025
Greater Chicago Area
$4M+ in documented cost savings through supply chain optimization and process redesign
29% reduction in freight costs through Oracle OTM optimization and carrier rationalization
96% accuracy targets achieved across global pharmaceutical distribution network
Led Oracle OTM, SAP S/4HANA, SAP IBP, and Coupa SaaS implementations across global operations
Maintained operational continuity through 4 major corporate acquisitions (Baxter → Baxalta → Shire → Takeda)
Served as Scrum Master for cross-functional agile teams delivering enterprise technology programs
A.M. Castle Metals
Supply Chain Systems Lead
2013 – 2015
Oak Brook, IL
Led Oracle OTM implementation for metals distribution and transportation management
Achieved 29% freight cost reduction through carrier optimization and route rationalization
Designed and implemented EDI/XML integration framework for supplier connectivity
Managed cross-functional team of 8 across IT, operations, and supply chain functions
Rafael Management Inc.
Supply Chain Consultant
2010 – 2013
Chicago, IL
Provided executive consulting for supply chain strategy and enterprise systems implementation
Delivered supply chain assessments and optimization roadmaps for mid-market clients
Founded consulting practice focused on Oracle and SAP supply chain implementations
Lowe's Companies
Operations Manager
2007 – 2010
Greater Chicago Area
Managed multi-site retail operations with focus on inventory accuracy and fulfillment performance
Led process standardization initiatives achieving measurable throughput improvements
Built foundational expertise in high-volume logistics and supply chain operations
Entrepreneurial Portfolio
6 Ventures.
All Active.
Operational expertise doesn't stop at the day job. Each venture applies supply chain thinking to new domains.
Healthcare Innovation
Everprotex
FDA-registered medical barrier paste for ostomy and wound care patients. Built from supply chain expertise applied to healthcare product development and distribution.
FinTech SaaS
InvoiceMedley
SaaS invoicing and payments platform for small businesses. Streamlines accounts receivable and payment collection for service-based businesses.
Web Automation
DesignKido
Automated web development and design services. Delivers professional websites for small businesses at startup speed.
Web Development
IgnyteSite
WordPress and e-commerce website builds for entrepreneurs and small businesses entering the digital marketplace.
Premium Lifestyle
Cigars Concierge
Premium cigar curation and subscription service. Founded on expertise as a Certified Cigar Sommelier Tobacconist.
Executive Consulting
Rafael Management
Executive consulting for supply chain strategy and enterprise systems implementation. Serving mid-market and enterprise clients.