TIM HILDENBRAND
Rocklin
Summary
Dynamic Supply Chain and Procurement leader with a proven track record at SMA Solar Technology America, driving significant cost savings and optimizing inventory management. Expert in vendor relations and contract negotiations, complemented by strong teambuilding skills. Adept at leveraging data analysis to enhance operational efficiency and achieve key performance indicators.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Supply Chain, Transportation and Materials Manager- North America
SMA Solar Technology America
04.2022 - 10.2025
- Worked as the Supply Chain, Transportation and Materials Manager for the United States and Canada.
- Responsible for leading the transportation, logistics/reverse logistics and direct purchasing teams which oversaw approximately $30 Million in carrier and third-party logistics spend annually.
- Oversaw the movement and inventory of hundreds of millions of dollars in finished goods and spare parts materials.
- Led cycle counting activities.
- Prepared and led supplier meetings, negotiations, QBRS and ensured vendor adherence to KPIs.
- Directed strategic approach for inbound and outbound transportation, purchasing and inventory management.
- Managed the vendor relationships with carriers and 3PL warehouses throughout the United States.
- Assured material availability and high inventory turns (Days on Hand) in a volatile environment to meet on-time in full (OTIF) and lead-time goals.
- Worked collaboratively with international colleagues to ensure the Americas Region supported the global functional processes, while negotiating adaptations as required to meet regional business needs.
- Worked closely with cross-functional teams to support supplier communication, demand forecasts and new product introductions, including participation in Sales meetings and S&OP planning.
Lead Procurement Specialist
SMA Solar Technology America
12.2019 - 04.2022
- Worked in a fast-paced environment for a rapidly growing solar Operations and Maintenance organization.
- Was a proven leader in efficiently acquiring parts and services while delivering substantial cost savings to the company.
- Successfully created and negotiated multi-million-dollar contracts with vendors, ensuring the company's best interests were being served.
- Partnered with senior management on sensitive high-dollar projects.
- Maintained the highest level of customer satisfaction as evidenced by customer feedback.
- Developed, implemented, and trained others on process improvement opportunities.
Total Loss Unit Manager
Allstate Insurance
01.2018 - 12.2019
- Managed team of 10 Claims professionals processing automobile total loss claims.
- Drove exceptional performance against key performance indicators (KPIs), such as cycle time, customer service, and paid loss accuracy.
- Managed day-to-day operations of Roseville office along with two other managers.
- Attained and maintained highest accuracy levels in the state.
- Prepared written responses to California Department of Insurance regarding Total Loss inquiries for Northern California.
- Reviewed all high-dollar total losses (Ferraris, Lamborghinis, etc.) for payment approval.
- Built reports and trained other managers in state on their use.
- Conducted quality assurance (QA) reviews to ensure vendor adherence to contracts.
- Negotiated with body shop owners and general managers regarding repair methodology and total loss determination.
- Coached Total Loss Adjusters, including conducting 'sit-alongs.'
- Prepared performance evaluations.
Administrative Manager, Northern California
Allstate Insurance
01.2014 - 12.2018
- Prepared analytics and reporting for automobile claims operation in Northern California.
- Quantified financial impact of new processes and initiatives.
- Developed reports to measure key metrics.
- Supervised and managed 140 direct and indirect reports.
- Assisted Regional Manager in coordination of Northern California claims operation, including hiring claims professionals and managers, implementing training programs, and managing vendor relationships, including contract negotiation.
- Assumed oversight responsibilities in absence of Regional Manager.
- Led accountability meetings with 14 Managers to review successes/challenges and to develop action plans to improve results.
- As reporting expert and liaison for claims operations in California, analyzed data gathered from numerous sources and built reports for delivery to managers throughout the state.
- Assisted with QA reviews on work performed by Field Claims Adjusters.
- Recruited, trained, and managed supplemental Catastrophe Team for California in the event of a 'Mega Catastrophe.'
- Assisted in deployment of the California Catastrophe team during Hurricanes Harvey and Irma.
Production/Logistics Manager, Northern California
Allstate Insurance
01.2007 - 12.2014
- Led a team of 12-14 Claims professionals responsible for managing logistics of 80 Field Adjusters, 36 drive-in claims offices, and 300 contracted repair shops.
- Coordinated activities associated with 2,000 automobile inspections per week.
- Consistently led the country in inspection cycle time (48 hours).
- Optimized routes and allocated resources based on claims activity, and to optimize workflow.
- Developed strategies to improve inspection cycle time.
- Became an expert in ServicePower GANTT production scheduling software.
- Conducted quality reviews of contracted collision repair facilities.
- Trained new Production Managers across the US.
Senior Financial Analyst
Allstate Insurance
01.2005 - 12.2007
- Planned and forecasted two insurance lines for the state of California.
- Built reports in Excel.
- Presented analysis to Senior Leaders.
- Analyzed and communicated financial results for claim frequency and severity.
- Collaborated with business partners to anticipate and identify emerging issues and assist in development/implementation of mitigation strategies.
- Formulated financial projections to predict and track performance, diagnosed potential issues, and prompted corrective action.
- Prepared historical trend reports/analysis and future forecasts.
- Trained new analysts.
Field Automobile Claims Adjuster/Estimator
Allstate Insurance
01.2002 - 12.2005
Automobile Total Loss Claims Adjuster
Allstate Insurance
01.2001 - 12.2002
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration; Marketing Emphasis
California State University
Chico, CA01.2000
I-CAR Platinum -
Inter-Industry Conference on Automotive Repair
01.2000
Skills
- Supply Chain Management
- Procurement
- Teambuilding/Leadership
- Process Implementation/Improvement
- Budgeting/Forecasting
- Data Analysis/Reporting
- Vendor Management
- Employee Development
- Performance Management/KPIs
- Contract Management
- Financial Analysis/Modeling
- Inventory Management
- MS Office: Word
- MS Office: PowerPoint
- MS Office: Outlook
- MS Office: Excel (Advanced)
- SAP Business Warehouse
- SAP Business Intelligence
- Power BI
- SAP
- ServicePower
- GANTT
Professional Development
Inter-Industry Conference on Automotive Repair - I-CAR Platinum, 01/01/00
Timeline
Supply Chain, Transportation and Materials Manager- North America
SMA Solar Technology America
04.2022 - 10.2025
Lead Procurement Specialist
SMA Solar Technology America
12.2019 - 04.2022
Total Loss Unit Manager
Allstate Insurance
01.2018 - 12.2019
Administrative Manager, Northern California
Allstate Insurance
01.2014 - 12.2018
Production/Logistics Manager, Northern California
Allstate Insurance
01.2007 - 12.2014
Senior Financial Analyst
Allstate Insurance
01.2005 - 12.2007
Field Automobile Claims Adjuster/Estimator
Allstate Insurance
01.2002 - 12.2005
Automobile Total Loss Claims Adjuster
Allstate Insurance
01.2001 - 12.2002
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration; Marketing Emphasis
California State University
I-CAR Platinum -
Inter-Industry Conference on Automotive Repair