OBJECTIVETo be a valuable team player, utilizing my skills and experience in a leadership role, aligning with the strategic initiatives of, and generating value for, the organization. CONTACTPhone: 616-443-8768
Email: jamie.vandenberge@gmail.com LinkedIn: (5) James (Jamie) VandenBerge | LinkedIn
EDUCATION:Calvin College BS Business Administration UFP Industries Starz Program Two-Year Leadership Development Course – focused on operational and organizational leadership, public speaking, business accounting & finance.
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| James (jamie) Vandenberge Business Leader – Sales, Operations & Procurement WORK EXPERIENCE UFP Industries (formerly Universal Forest Products, Inc.) March 2008 – February 2025 Director of Business Development/Sales Manager – OEM & Lamination, UFP Packaging, Remote - Developed, implemented, and executed sales strategies for growth in targeted industries including furniture, cabinets, transportation, technology & other OEM components aligned with corporate initiatives.
- Managed direct report sales team, plus supported both National Strategic & Regional Sales Teams, covering over $100 million in sales annually, averaging over 20% GM.
- Worked in tandem with segment leadership, sales, operations, vendor partners & clients to provide unique custom solutions & industry-specific products for our clients, including development, launch & scaling of new products.
Purchasing Manager – Panels & Engineered Wood, UFP Purchasing, Remote - Worked with Business Segment Leadership, Sales, Operations & Vendor Partners to develop and implement programs and opportunities supporting our business’s strategic initiatives and growth strategies.
- Responsible for the procurement of all domestic panels and engineered wood products for the organization.
- Managed over $400 million in volume.
General Manager of Operations, idX Corporation, VA - Responsible for all aspects of the operational and financial performance of the division, improving financial performance by $3 million.
- Initiated and helped support and execute a pivot to protective products during the pandemic.
- Managed the entirety of the Virginia facility, and the OEM & Lamination Business Unit across five facilities nationwide.
General Manager of Operations, UFP Washington LLC, WA - Responsible for all aspects of operations, sales & the financial performance of the facility.
- Doubled sales volume, and improved the financial performance of the facility by 30%.
- Took over a struggling acquisition plant; helped align the operation with the strategic initiatives of the organization.
Sales Manager, UFP Hillsboro LLC, TX - Led the sales team to a $15 million increase in revenue, $55 to $70 million, in a year.
Industrial Account Manager, multiple locations, TX - Developed and grew a new market for the organization – OEM & Lamination from $0 to over $10 million in revenue.
National Buyer – Panels & Engineered Wood, UFP Purchasing, CO & GA - Responsible for over $30 million in procurement annually.
- Worked with leadership, sales, operations & vendor partners to meet the needs & objectives of the organization.
Gazelle Sports, MI, 2000 - 2007 Merchandise Manager - Category Manager for Accessories & Lifestyle, for regional sports and outdoor retailer; other titles included Assistant Buyer, Floor Team Manager & Sales Associate.
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