Mike Lepelstat

10/14/2014
Kingsport, TN

Position Desired

Project Engineering
Anywhere in the U.S.
Yes

Resume

Education:
Rochester Institute of Technology -- May 2007
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Technology & Emergency Management Services – Minor: World History

Publications & Awards:
• Received Director's All Star Award – Sitel (Corning, NY) May, 2010
• “Decking fastener analysis for failure in upheaval methodology due to an applied uniform load” presented at ASEE Conference in Worcester, Massachusetts (March 2006)
• First Place Award for “Home Depot: Safety within a Store” presented at ASSE Conference in Fairport, New York (May 2007)
• RIT Dean’s List Fall 2006-2007

Employment:
Tempur-Pedic Technologies, Inc. / Tempur Sealy International (Duffield, VA)
Project Engineer (Advanced Technologies Department) (July 2013 – July 2014)
• Led the mattress odor reduction project resulting in an annual savings of $1.6 million as of Q4 of 2014
• Efficiently coordinated with multiple departments to implement projects and products
• Managed the full facility transition of the R & D Analytical Chemistry lab move, Polyurethane Lab construction, Tempur North office move, and Test Center move from Virginia to North Carolina.
• Successfully wrote and received approval for Capital Application Requests (Tempur Pedic) and Capital Expense Requests (Sealy) resulting in projects being funded
• Standardized the Advanced Technologies project budget tracking method
• Managed the new Fire Retardant Netting project
• Scheduled, coordinated, and reviewed test results for textile engineers and other departments
• Coordinated vendors on a weekly basis in the construction of new laboratories, technical specifications of products, and vendors’ project budgets.
• Assisted in manufacturing validation
• Worked with suppliers to develop products
• Implemented, developed, and executed the Advanced Technology Microsoft Enterprise Project Server (EPM).
• Developed scheduling templates for the Advanced Technologies department
• Developed Traffic Light indicators for schedules
• Displayed effective leadership in developing a training curriculum and training the staff on usage of the Microsoft Project Server system
• Implemented Microsoft Project Server resource pool for the Advanced Technologies department
• Coordinated efforts with Tempur-Pedic’s Global IT department
• Developed Microsoft SharePoint department sites
• Worked with the Sealy division on developing new products
• Created project charters, RACI charts, project timelines, and other supporting project documentation with the intent to coordinated team efforts to hit milestones and task delivery dates
Left job due to company restructuring and layoffs

Kingdom Incorporated (Mansfield, PA)
Product Project Manager (2010 - 2013)
• Research and Developed specific strategic projects as assigned by the Owners, Chief Executive Officer, and Executive Team
o Data Management between existing Order System (Magic) and new ecommerce website (Magento) using PIM, MDM, or ESB solutions
o Integrated en-mass product data from vendors into new website platform for en-mass loading
o Developed sub-project integration timelines and check points
o Generated new part number standardization to allow for new en-mass part numbers
o Researched and implemented en-mass photo editing solutions
• Reported on Product lines’ sales, profit, and trends to generate recommendations for meeting future product sales goals to the Product Line Management Team (PLMT)
• Analyzed SPIFF data to maximize profit on a monthly rotation and present findings and recommendations to the Executive Management Team
• Researched new product and product line opportunities and presented to PLMT
• Updated competitor price comparisons for product lines and presented to PLMT
• Conducted product training meeting 1-2 times per month
• Confirmed MAP pricing with vendors for major products
• Tracked sales information on products which were to be highlighted in the company’s marketing strategy with the intent of maximizing profit returns
• Tracked and implemented projects for the PLMT and scheduled critical milestones
• Continued working with outside companies such as Sony and other manufacturers to develop new products
• Continued managing Amazon.com online store and efforts
• Contributing Executive Team member

Marketing Analyst & Merchandiser
• Conducted Product Performance Analysis by using customized Excel data server pulls, macros, and pivot tables
• Developed new products, product packages, and quality control mechanisms
o Worked with Sony to develop new control software for Computer Operated Camera System
o Developed Wireless two hand held microphone system
o Developed Customize Lectern product
o Lead Developer for the Computer Operated Camera System for Kingdom
o Re-launched the Lighting product line
o Launched the Guitar Amplifier product line
• Lead Project Manager for developing and maintaining Kingdom Inc.’s Amazon.com
o Reviewed Amazon.com terms and conditions to see if they supported Kingdom’s goals
o Setup all Amazon.com accounts and storefronts
o Developed product posting standards and practices
o Trained staff in product posting and maintenance of the storefronts
• Copywriter for catalog, internet, and miscellaneous marketing pieces
• Researched national market and sales trends to create action plans to improve the company’s sales
• Trained sales staff in new and existing products and product lines
• Standardized products listed on Kingdom.com for uniform appearance and layout
• Developed existing market share in audio, video, lighting, and musical instruments.
• Contributing Executive Team member

Account Representative (Hybrid Sales Department)
• Oversaw sales accounts and generated long term sales relationships
• Oversaw all national and international outside sales from representatives outside of the office
• Researched new product options for customers and presented to the Marketing team
• Generated sales quotes and orders with customer needs and requirements in mind
• Demonstrated strong communication skills by executing over 135+ sales calls a day.

Sitel (Corning, NY) (2009- 2010)
Verizon Wireless Account – Coach's Assistant June, 2010 – October 2010
• Conducted Key Performance Indicator (KPI) audits and Statistical analysis for site using 6 Sigma methodologies
o Deep dove Credits issued site wide and developed corrective site wide actions to prevent credit loss
o Reduced Credits issued over a one month time period by $8,000
o Deep dove Customer Feedback audits and developed KPI correlations...

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