MARK E.

BULMER CPA
2 Roosevelt Avenue
Glens Falls, NY 12801
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518-955-6379 (Mobile) mb87aa20@westpost.net
PROFILE
Finance, Operations and Manufacturing Leader with superior track
record of cost control and efficiency innovation adding millions of
dollars to the bottom line through broad-based progressive experience
in highly regulated manufacturing, financial operations and economic
development environments.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Finance

Project and Change Management

Communications
Mergers and Acquisitions
Information Technology
Board Leadership
Manufacturing Operations
FDA Quality Systems
Lean Manufacturing
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
NAVILYST MEDICAL (2008 Boston Scientific Divestiture), Glens Falls, NY
Sr. Vice President, General Manager 2008 - 2010

Site Leader for sole manufacturing facility and Executive Committee

member of a newly formed FDA-regulated $150M medical device company.
Led the development of the Operations strategic vision, new product
portfolio investments and the execution of the Operating plan.
Accomplishments included:
* Implemented cost reductions totaling $12M through lean
manufacturing, price negotiation, scrap reduction and other
progressive initiatives - the highest operational performance for
the Glens Falls site historically.

Divestiture Operations Lead ensuring no disruptions in product quality

or delivery. Negotiated and managed 90 transitional service and supply
agreements with Boston Scientific. Developed an infrastructure to
support world-wide distribution of Navilyst Medical products. Led the
implementation of an Oracle ERP system replacing a 20 year-old legacy
system.
* Leader in successful FDA inspections lifting the Boston Scientific
corporate-level warning letter for the Glens Falls site,
expediting the completion of the Boston Scientific divestiture.
BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORPORATION, Glens Falls, NY 1998 - 2008
Vice President, Operations (2004 - 2008)
Site leader responsible for manufacturing, customer service, and
distribution operations of an ISO-9001, $100M+ medical device
manufacturer. Responsible for development, execution, and
communication of Performance Plan.
* Results included but not limited to: Significant reduction in
product recalls; consistently high service level (99%); 40%
reduction in customer complaints; productivity improvements of
38%; and achievement of Best Plant Award from New York State.

Director, Finance (1999 - 2004)

Responsible for leading Finance, Information Systems, Customer Service
and plant-based Marketing functions.
* Created an Inside Sales function to support the NAMIC product
line.
* Redesigned the methodology to best allocate costs in a
machine-based environment.
* Negotiated/administered building and property contracts.
Manufacturing Manager (1998 - 1999)
Led the automated and manual assembly operations. Maximized production
at minimum costs while satisfying customer requirements for quality
products and on time delivery.
* Developed a strategic plan to recruit and retain hourly employees.
* Reduced scrap and rework by 15% or $125K from 1998 to 1999.
* Lowered average daily backorder from $26K to $10K in 1998.
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CAE SCREENPLATES, INC., Glens Falls, NY 1993 - 1998

Plant Manager (1996 - 1998)
Responsible for leading the operations of an ISO-9002, $12M
manufacturing facility producing screen cylinders for the pulp and
paper industry. Managed growth, profitability, human resource, and
safety objectives. Generated and maintained a positive image of
organization to customers, suppliers, and the community.
* Reduced variable overhead costs by 30% from 1996 to 1997.
* Improved direct labor efficiency 7% from 1997 to 1998.
* Instituted leadership training for all supervisory employees.
* Significantly increased company's presence in the local community.
Controller (1993 - 1996)
Responsible for maximizing profitability through effective financial
planning, reporting and analysis. Developed short and long range
operating budgets and forecasts. Supervised Accounting,
Administrative, and IT functions. Oversaw the daily administration of
human resource policies and procedures.
* Revamped financial reporting /cost-accounting systems, improving
accuracy and timeliness of information.
* Performed the due diligence audit during the acquisition of a
Belgium subsidiary.
* Created the initial design of a facility-wide incentive plan.
CAE INC., Binghamton, NY 1991 - 1993
Corporate Auditor
Performed audits of company systems and operations. Evaluated the
adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, drafted audit
reports, and communicated recommendations to management.
RELATED EXPERIENCE

COOPERS & LYBRAND, Albany, NY

Senior Staff Accountant / Staff Accountant/ Intern
GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY, Waterford, NY
Chemical Production Assistant
EDUCATION
M.B.A., Accounting, Union College, Schenectady, NY
B.S., Industrial Engineering, State University of New York, Buffalo,
NY
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
JMW Leader of Future Program
Adirondack Chamber of Commerce Community Leadership

CAE Senior Management Development Program

Learning to Lead, Grove Associates
COMMUNITY AFFILIATIONS
* Glens Falls National Bank, Regional Development Board (2008 -
Present)
* Adirondack Community College, Board of Trustees (2003 - Present)
* Adirondack Business and School Partnership, Director (2004 - 2008)
* Tri-County United Way Board of Directors (1997 - 2002)
* Adirondack Chamber of Commerce, Leadership Advisory Board (1996 -
1999)
* Kensington Road School, Site Team (1996 - 1998)
* St. Mary's Church, Trustee (2007 - Present)