Kevin Klein

Supply Chain Senior Director | MBA | PMP | Change Leadership

Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex

About

Strategic, execution-driven supply chain leader with 15+ years of experience scaling operations, developing high-performing teams, and transforming planning and sourcing across consumer goods and manufacturing. Proven track record of launching and growing product lines while improving service, reducing inventory, and driving operational excellence through S&OP, Lean/Six Sigma, and technology-enabled solutions. Highly adaptable and effective in fast-paced, high-growth environments—able to navigate ambiguity, pivot quickly, and deliver consistent results amid changing business demands.

Experience

  • Supply Chain Director at Pregis
    Apr 2026 - Present · 3 mos

  • Senior Director Supply Chain at Techtronic Industries - TTI
    Apr 2019 - Apr 2026 · 7 yrs 1 mo

    • Launched HART Tools in Walmart stores across US & Canada: 1000 in-store SKUs across 5 store departments + 500 online only SKUs. • Managed hypergrowth after launch, scaling multiple sales channels; including Direct Import, Domestic Shipments, Walmart.com, Marketplace, and Direct-to-Consumer sales. • Drove on time order fill rate to 98%+ through collaboration with DC Operations. • Reduced inventory by over 50% through improved forecast accuracy, increased direct import, SKU rationalization, excess & obsolete elimination, and smart inventory targets. • Built the supply chain operating model (S&OP) to balance demand and supply planning and quantify financial implications to drive timely decision-making. • Developed a culture of continuous improvement and team-centric decision making. • Launched a Direct-to-Consumer website (HARTTools.com) and managed fulfillment performance. • Empowered the supply chain team with training & technology to drive efficiency and automation (SAP, Logility Demand Planning, BI Reporting & Dashboards). • Walmart Supplier of the Year Award Winner in 2021.

  • Supply Chain Project Manager at Hitachi Consulting
    Jul 2012 - Apr 2019 · 6 yrs 10 mos

    • Directed various supply chain improvements empowering people, process, and technology. • PROJECT WORK SCOPE: Project/Program Management, Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP), Data Analysis & Visualization, Process Documentation & Analysis, Collaborative Planning Forecasting & Replenishment (CPFR), Trade Promotion Management, ERP Implementation, Operational Efficiency using Lean & Six Sigma. • CLIENT INDUSTRIES: Consumer Packaged Goods, Food & Beverage, and Manufacturing • Led internal Corporate Sustainability Initiative with responsibility for environmental KPI tracking & reporting, operational certifications, employee education, and community service. • Career mentor for junior consultants through onboarding and development. • Project-specific accomplishments listed below in the "Projects" section.

  • Materials Management - Team Lead at Honeywell Aerospace
    Jun 2009 - Aug 2011 · 2 yrs 3 mos

    Materials Management - Team Lead • Managed team of production planners and coordinators by promoting training and standardization • Implemented critical site-wide processes including: material escalation tool, Microsoft Access-based planning & scheduling tool, and on-going supply/demand/capacity balancing measures • Trained employees on SAP system and mentored through Lean and Six Sigma programs Supply Chain Development Program Completed an intensive 18-month rotation program, cross-training in key positions of the Aerospace supply chain. Specific rotation responsibilities and accomplishments detailed below: Product Support – Defense & Space • Managed customer returns through multiple departments by building cross-functional relationships and teamwork • Consistently met critical deadlines, including NASA launch dates Production Control – Repair & Overhaul • Completed Honeywell Six Sigma training and achieved Green Belt Certification • Reduced staged inventory of 150+ jobs by 60% in four months Master Production Scheduler – Aerospace OEM • Managed all in-house orders for the site’s second largest customer (GE) • Consistently exceeded the on-time delivery goal of 95% by prioritizing production and continuously adjusting the supply chain to respond to expedited requests

  • Senior Buyer/Planner at Zrii
    Apr 2008 - May 2009 · 1 yr 2 mos

    • Effectively managed procurement, inventory, and production of all raw materials, product components, and finished goods through company start-up • Vital contribution to ERP implementation project of Microsoft NAV focusing on system setup, launch, and user training