06.25.19
Michael H. Sullivan joined RPM International Inc. as VP – operations and chief restructuring officer effective June 24, the company announced.
He will report directly to RPM’s chairman and CEO Frank Sullivan, with whom he has no familial relation.
In this capacity, Michael Sullivan will oversee RPM’s 2020 MAP to Growth operating improvement initiative. He will identify and execute opportunities to improve manufacturing efficiencies, reduce operating costs, streamline procurement, and enhance health and safety measures across all RPM business segments. In addition, he will play a role in RPM’s annual planning process and oversee its global sourcing teams.
“This is an exciting time to join RPM, and I look forward to becoming more deeply involved in my new role,” said Sullivan. “The company is making great progress with its operating improvement plan, and I intend to leverage my leadership experience and skillset to help RPM achieve its next level of growth and performance.”
Sullivan began his career as a consultant with Bain & Company, before joining Temple-Inland Inc. (now International Paper) and, later, Exel Logistics plc in increasing leadership capacities within the areas of manufacturing, operations, supply chain and finance.
He has spent the past decade in global management consulting with Axia (now Accenture Strategy), Corven Consulting, Ltd. (now Oliver Wyman) and, most recently, AlixPartners, with a focus on manufacturing and operations.
“Having been an integral part of RPM’s operating improvement initiative from the start, Mike is remarkably well equipped to spearhead the successful completion of our 2020 MAP to Growth program,” said Frank Sullivan. “We’re confident that his leadership within this role will drive continuous, sustainable improvements across RPM and its business segments for years to come.”
