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Russell Jones

Operations & Supply Chain Leader | Turning Complexity into Scalable Performance

Jurisdiction

United States | Australia | United Kingdom

Notable Employer

  • Manufacturing Operations & Project Manager at General Dynamics Land Systems

Experience

Seniority LevelDirector
Years of Experience20+ years
Current StatusActive
Sales Support Manager – North AmericaNormet Group
2023 - 2025

Recruited to return and lead North American supply chain and customer service operations, overseeing planning, fulfillment, inventory control, and regional pricing management across a complex, high-demand network. Directed strategic initiatives to reduce backlogs with global suppliers, streamline order flow, and embed scalable processes supported by AI-enabled analytics and ERP governance.

Director of Operations (Contract Role) Phyxter Corp
2020 - 2024

Led U.S. and Canadian operations for a SaaS based home services platform startup, aligning platform development with real world service workflows to support provider success and national growth.

U.S. Operational Excellence Manager Boart Longyear
2018 - 2020

Managed development and execution of continuous improvement and project management strategies across U.S. drilling operations. Led structured planning processes, designed and deployed KPIs to track operational performance, and reported actionable insights to senior leadership.

Director of Operational ExcellenceNormet Group
2018 - 2018

Promoted to lead global continuous improvement, project management, and safety initiatives to elevate service performance, increase productivity, and drive standardization across regional operations. Partnered with service and manufacturing teams to align processes, quality systems, and customer delivery standards.

Regional Aftermarket and Manufacturing Manager Normet Group
2012 - 2018

Oversaw regional aftermarket service, equipment manufacturing, and end-to-end supply chain operations with full P&L accountability, ensuring alignment with quality, safety, delivery, and pricing strategies to support long-term equipment performance and customer satisfaction. Drove operational efficiency, cost control, and margin improvement across North American business lines.

Manager, Manufacturing and RepairNormet Asia Pacific
2010 - 2012

Recruited to help establish Normet’s Asia Pacific manufacturing and repair operations into a viable regional support hub for the global business. Directed equipment modification, compliance, and service delivery initiatives to meet Australian mining regulations and customer-specific requirements while supporting aftermarket field service operations across the Asia Pacific region and strengthening operational standards.

Manufacturing Operations & Project ManagerNotableGeneral Dynamics Land Systems
2001 - 2010

Directed complex manufacturing and integration projects for the Light Armored Vehicle (LAV) platform, leading cross-functional teams to meet quality, compliance, and delivery targets for military clients.

Armored Cavalry SpecialistAustralian Defence Force
1996 - 2001

Executed tactical reconnaissance and armored vehicle operations, supporting mission-critical objectives in challenging environments. Specialized in mobility, security, and strategic support roles within a high-performing team.

Education

Masters of Business Administration/ ManagementAustralian Institute of Management
2007 - 2011

Certification

Total Certifications1

Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) – Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM). Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) – Project Management Institute (PMI). Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (LSSGB) – University of Utah. Certificate of Competency, ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor – BSI America .Certificate in Safety Management – American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP)

Skills

Core skills10
Languages1

Skills

Supply Chain Optimization
Lean Six Sigma
Project Management
Data Analytics & AI Tools
Continuous Improvement
Leadership & Team Growth
Strategic Operations
Process Standardization
Change Management
Operational Excellence

Languages

English

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