Brad Knudson

Innovative, strategic-minded leader with experience in domestic and international operations consistently delivering multimillion-dollar projects, cost reductions, process improvements, quality assurance, regulatory compliance (IAW ISO 13485) , and sales growth. Innate ability to provide client-focused support, grow existing accounts, and implement business footprints. Known for building strategic partnerships, establishing high expectations, and enforcing accountability in order to produce excellence in operations and customer service. Recognized for excellence in strategic planning, deployment of best practice methodologies that support goals, and integration of fully functional solutions. Known for strong leadership skills, excellence in team building and training. HIGHLIGHTS & ACHIEVEMENTS ---Successfully built the International Integration Services Team capturing $47 million in sales in 2012 and 42% growth. ---Spearheaded the transition oversight committee and successfully moved company from a publically traded operation to a privately held company, and established cash management policies to enhance cash flow. ---Led an international cross-functional team who developed and implemented an international quality plan, which decreased non-validated parts shipments by 43%, reduced lead time by 24%, and slashed cost by 46%. ---Delivered the largest medical device product field action and first international field action, exceeding all milestones in Stryker history. ---Took the lead in the corporate-driven Customer Care Team regionalization, collaborating with the Regional Sales Manager to develop a plan that brought the sales force and customer care team together. Partnered sales personnel with customer care personnel, creating a business team for the customer that increased efficiency and customer satisfaction. Plan reduced cost 48% year-to-date (YTD) and increased productivity by 28%.