Dr. David P. Schuler

Dr. David P. Schuler, DBA, PMP, currently serves as Procurement Product Manager and Global Strategic Sourcing Manager at Stoneridge, focusing on multi-site strategic planning and supplier negotiations since April 2010. Prior experience includes roles as Procurement Project Manager and Project Manager in Purchasing and Engineering, where responsibilities encompassed supplier identification, contract negotiation, and cross-functional team leadership for product launches. At Robert Bosch, LLC, significant achievements included saving $12 million through technical cost reduction strategies and directing design validation efforts for major product lines. Dr. Schuler's extensive background also includes experience as a Senior Kaizen Manufacturing Engineer at Allied Signal, where lean manufacturing techniques led to significant operational improvements. Military service as an Electronics Technician in the U.S. Navy complemented an educational background featuring a Doctor of Business Administration, MBA, and BSEE, along with a Project Management Professional certification.