David is now responsible for the Purchasing Team as well as the Cost Accounting & Product Pricing Team. ?With over 30 years? experience in purchasing and materials, starting in 1989 as an Inventory Control Analyst, David is uniquely qualified to provide the necessary guidance in driving the accuracy of our Bills of Materials BOM) while improving our material costs and product pricing,? says Matt. He will also work closely with Mickey?s leadership team to identify and evaluate other strategic opportunities for cost savings and margin improvements.

David Perry and Larry  Henson

In addition, Larry Henson has been promoted to Associate Cost Accounting Manager. He spent the last 5 years on the Purchasing Team, most recently as Associate Purchasing Manager. ?Larry has done an excellent job moving from Engineering to Purchasing, and his experience and success in both areas has positioned him for great success in his new role in costing,? according to Matt.

Debra DiEdwardo has joined Mickey Truck Bodies as a Purchasing Agent, reporting to David. Debra has a successful track record in both sales and procurement in aerospace manufacturing. Prior to Mickey she was Supply Chain Manager with Beta Fueling Systems LLC, an aviation refueling equipment manufacturer based in Reidsville, NC, where she was the lead buyer for critical hardware. Before that Debra spend 7 years with Honda Aero, Inc., in Burlington, NC, as the Strategic Lead and Technical Buyer for the HF120 engine, a GE/Honda joint venture.

Andy Cutright and Jarrett Floyd, both Purchasing Agents, continue reporting to David as part of the Purchasing Team. Larry, Mike Johnston and Kathy Hill now report to David on the Cost Accounting & Product Pricing Team.