Asplundh Tree Expert CEO and leadership

Scott Asplundh is a Chief Executive Officer at ASPLUNDH TREE EXPERT CO., President at ASPLUNDH TREE EXPERT CO., and Chairman at ASPLUNDH TREE EXPERT CO.. He studied at Pennsylvania State University.

Executive leader with proven expertise in strategic sourcing, procurement operations, organizational and staff development and team leadership. Experience transforming and leading Procurement teams that operate as a strategic business contributor inside organizations. Demonstrated results across numerous industries driving bottom line contributions through innovative savings, productivity and efficiency actions. Broad based category expertise, which includes: professional services, labor services, equipment & MRO, information technology services & products, technology hardware.

SELECT ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

• Improved working capital by $1.6M. Worked collaboratively with CFO to achieve results by adjusting supplier payment terms. Accomplished in 6 months.

• In support of corporate EBITDA objectives, delivered $4M of run-rate savings in the first 9 months of newly formed organization. Identified and executed upon “quick win” opportunities.

• Achieved 12.5% improvement in purchase order cycle time through multifaceted analysis which identified process and structural improvements within Procurement Operations team.

• Managed Corporate Social Responsibility program for global category team, including Supplier Diversity, exceeding plan by $147M at $1.23B

CORE COMPETENCIES: Strategic Sourcing, Procurement Operations, Cost Savings/Profit Improvement, Negotiations, Process Improvement & Change Management, Team Leadership & Performance Management, Client & Supplier Relationship Management

INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE: Consulting, Pharmaceuticals, Technology, Public Transportation, Aerospace, Civil Engineering

Global Human Resources executive who partners with Senior Leadership to drive business results across a broad range of diverse industries. Thru a leadership style which is both strategic & operational, Bob is able to effectively link human capital strategies to organizational design principles, business strategy, applying financial and business acumen coupled with deep expertise in human resources and leadership development. Results-driven, hands-on and highly approachable leader with strong business and financial acumen. Known for driving business results by developing, aligning and executing strategic and operational Talent Management and HR programs in large and mid-sized, distributed organizations. Poised and competent, with ability to transcend cultural differences. Throughout his career, Bob has enjoyed working in multiple industries from insurance, services, hospitality and manufacturing. In all of these environments, his passion is working with senior leadership teams and HR professionals to develop and align HR strategies with the business direction to deliver productivity, design for growth, optimize operating costs, and achieve business objectives. His current role as CHRO with Asplundh includes responsibility for the strategic support and setting the overall strategic vision and tactical execution of the company’s people related strategies and programs. Bob provides strategic direction to a team of 70+ HR professionals who are providing HR partnership and driving the continuous improvement of functional processes and services in all areas of HR including organizational design, talent management, leadership development, workforce planning, change management, HR metrics and analytics, compensation and benefits. Prior to joining Asplundh, Bob's career included human resources leadership roles with Iron Mountain, ARAMARK, Puratos, ACE INA and CIGNA. Additionally, he is proud to have served active duty in the US ARMY.Bob can be reached at 1-617-306-7548 or [email protected]