Optimas Toolbox Talks | Episode 5: Turning Complexity into Opportunity

Cory Polk

Snr Mgr, New Business Implementation

Nigel Bland

Operaciones
Manager

Chris Collins

Operations Support
Manager

Brandi Olson

Business Operations
Project Manager

Estuardo Katz

Director,
Marketing

FROM PROBLEM RECOGNITION TO PROFITABLE PARTNERSHIPS

Switching suppliers can be complex, yet with the right partner, it becomes an opportunity for significant improvement. We sat down with our operations and implementation experts to break down the process into manageable steps that help ensure a smooth and profitable transition.

 

The purpose of this podcast is to simplify the implementation process, enabling you to:

  • Recognize the signs that it’s time for a change in your fastener supply chain.
  • Prepare your organization for a smooth transition, minimizing disruption.
  • Select a supplier that perfectly aligns with your operational, quality, and strategic needs.
  • Implement a structured transition plan using best practices and avoiding common pitfalls.
  • Foster a collaborative relationship with your new supplier for long-term success and continuous improvement.

 

From recognizing the need for a new fastener supplier to fully integrating them into your operations – each step is an opportunity to mitigate risks and lay the foundation for a partnership that goes beyond mere transactions to become a strategic alliance.

 

Whether you’re facing quality issues, cost challenges, or inefficiencies, our operation experts will provide actionable insights to enhance your supply chain resilience and profitability.

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About the Experts

Cory Polk

Snr Mgr, New Business Implementation

Cory Polk is a seasoned project management professional, bringing over a decade of expertise in project management across diverse sectors including healthcare, aerospace, and technology. With advanced degrees in Public Administration and Business Management from Stephen F. Austin State University, Cory has orchestrated $60 million in new business programs and realized $17 million in cost savings throughout his career.

A Dallas native with a military upbringing, Cory’s extensive global experience—spanning Europe, Mexico, North America, and Asia—has honed his ability to drive transformative results and ensure exceptional customer satisfaction. Currently, as Senior Manager at Optimas, Cory continues to excel in leading high-impact projects and fostering strategic partnerships.

Chris Collins

Operations Support Manager

Chris Collins is a dedicated Logistics Manager for the Midlands and South, with over 17 years of experience at Optimas. He began his career as an on-site envoy at Sea Line Boats in Kidderminster, where he quickly demonstrated his ability to build strong customer relationships. Progressing through roles as a Driver Envoy and then Site Manager, Chris managed multiple accounts and oversaw operations at key customer locations. In his current role, Chris excels in site setups, revamps, and auditing customer sites, while also leading recruitment efforts from interviews to site inductions. His ability to connect with both senior management and shop floor staff has been a cornerstone of his success and he embodies Optimas’ THREAD values at all times.

Nigel Bland

Operations Manager

Nigel Bland has been with Optimas for over nine years, having previously served a number of logistic management roles with various industrial manufacturers. Nigel’s vast experience serves as the foundation for his approach to enhancing operations and supporting customers with their challenges.

Alongside his wealth of experience, Nigel thrives on communication by getting the detail out of the correct sources and prides himself on delivering the best logistical solutions to customers. A fully confessed people person, he drives his team onwards and upwards to not only meet his customers standards but surpass them. It’s his embodiment of the company’s THREAD policy that saw him put on the consultation committee to review and reward the individuals who make us great.

Brandi Olson

Business Operations Project Manager

Brandi Olson is a seasoned project leader with extensive experience in managing high-impact projects across multiple departments. Her background includes successfully leading cross-functional teams across multiple plants nationwide and developing innovative programs and initiatives. Her expertise in optimizing operations and her strategic approach to project management enables her to thrive as Business Operations Project Manager at Optimas, a role she has been in for over three years.

Estuardo Katz

Directora de marketing

Stuart Katz es un especialista en marketing con una trayectoria exitosa en el ámbito B2B. Su experiencia incluye más de 25 años de experiencia en empresas emergentes y compañías Fortune 500 en múltiples industrias. Como director de marketing de Optimas Solutions, es responsable de trazar el rumbo del marketing para la región de América de la empresa, incluida la estrategia, la marca, la generación de leads, la habilitación de ventas y las comunicaciones internas. Katz obtuvo una maestría en Comunicación Corporativa y Organizacional de la Universidad Fairleigh Dickinson y una licenciatura en comunicaciones y relaciones públicas de Glassboro State College.

OPTIMAS MAKES TRANSITIONING TO A NEW SUPPLIER SIMPLE

Find a supplier that meets your unique operational needs. With the right partner, it becomes an opportunity for significant improvement. From recognizing the need for a new fastener supplier to fully integrating them into your operations – learn how to mitigate risks and lay the foundation for a strategic alliance and dependable partnership.

The Decision-Maker’s Guide to Changing Fastener Suppliers

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Otros episodios de la serie

Episodio 1:

Directo vs Distribuidor

In many situations, this either/or decision may not be in your best interest. In this inaugural Optimas Toolbox Talks podcast, we discuss how both solutions can complement the other rather than compete.

Episodio 2:

Caminar por la línea

Mike Eusanio se sentó con nosotros para compartir sus ideas sobre las formas en que un Gemba Walk puede mejorar la eficiencia de su línea de montaje. Mike ha tenido más de 50 bases por bolas en su haber a lo largo de su carrera.

Episodio 3:

Soluciones de la cadena de suministro

Para nuestra tercera entrega de Toolbox Talks, reunimos a tres expertos en cadena de suministro global para discutir estrategias de gestión de la cadena de suministro examinadas personalmente para los OEM. ¡Escuche a los expertos!

Episodio 4:

Calidad por diseño

En nuestro último podcast Toolbox Talks, los expertos de Optimas detallan cómo priorizar la calidad de la ingeniería puede generar importantes ahorros de costos sin comprometer el producto final y amplían esa pregunta general.