Senior Manager, International Logistics and Warehouse

• May 2020 - Present

•Promoted to manage daily and strategic operations for international and domestic logistics along with warehouse functions for a $100M+ company. •Develop relationships with overseas vendors to manage import activities that meet service level expectations, mitigate logistics obstacles, achieve safe and timely shipping of products, and anticipate customs issues. •Develop SOPs and scheduling/warehouse practices for the organization to improve processes and adapt to changes. •Identify opportunities for cost reduction through lean operation and negotiation, material flow improvement, and business development. Show less

Supply Chain Manager

• Jan 2017 - 2020

Orchestrate global supply chain for $100M+ company, demonstrating exceptional leadership ability.HIGHLIGHTED ACHIEVEMENTS & PROJECTS• Drove $3.68 in cost reduction by establishing constructive relationships with global vendors and customers.HIGHLIGHTED RESPONSIBILITIES• Implemented new strategies to prevent material shortages while maintaining lean raw inventory levels.• Oversee 14 cross-functional staff while aligning goals with company vision and expertly handling a $7M budget. Show less

Global Logistics & Shipping Manager

• Mar 2016 - Dec 2016

Implemented new approaches surrounding transportation contract negotiations and carrier management as a trusted resource across the company. Headed 14 pacesetting employees that earned various awards and promotions.HIGHLIGHTED ACHIEVEMENTS & PROJECTS• Reduced spend on ocean freight by 32% through continuous logistic network improvement and rate negotiations, utilizing heavily-researched strategies that earned immediate praise and were later scaled out to 4 other initiatives.• Cut down 3rd-party costs by 39% through strong partnerships with carriers and asset-based companies.HIGHLIGHTED RESPONSIBILITIES• Integrated new communication channels to better understand and efficiently navigate supply chain needs.• Realized crucial alliances with international team and carrier base as the company’s principal liaison.• Incorporated new software solutions for reporting to Senior Leadership with KPI’s covering time performance, claims, and cost savings projects, leading to reduced work-hours and improved forecasting. Show less

Logistics Manager

• Apr 2014 - Feb 2016

Built out one-of-a-kind processes in securing a predictable and highly profitable supply chain.HIGHLIGHTED ACHIEVEMENTS & PROJECTS• Uncovered avenues for $1.8M in savings through revamped KPI metrics, working with senior leadership.• Attained 30% reduction in work-hours for tracking shipments and providing updates to relevant staff.

Logistics Team Lead

• Oct 2012 - Apr 2014

Governed inbound grocery shipments to 22 warehouses to support 350+ stores, supervising a diverse team of 14 planners and coordinators and positively impacting up to $25B in year-over-year revenue. HIGHLIGHTED ACHIEVEMENTS & PROJECTS • Captured $800K in additional profit by continuously improving processes/procedures for all aspects of logistics. HIGHLIGHTED RESPONSIBILITIES • Recommended new approaches for procurement to ensure optimal inventory management at all times. • Restructured systems surrounding a complex domestic reefer and dry van logistical network • Managed LTL network and focused on data-driven improvements. Show less

Logistics Consultant

• May 2007 - Oct 2012

Upheld continuation of automotive production line via an exceptional logistics function, leading and working with 25 employees. Chosen as Project Manager for logistics working groups, handling budgets of up to $2M. HIGHLIGHTED ACHIEVEMENTS & PROJECTS • Saved $3M+ annually using custom-tailored cost savings and avoidance strategies that became gold standard. HIGHLIGHTED RESPONSIBILITIES • Created profitable, long-term solutions to a complex logistics network seeing up to $65M in total assets. • Presented cost-saving kaizens to Toyota Leadership and became a trusted advisor to senior leaders. • Negotiated contract and spot rates using superb interpersonal and communication skills. Show less

Fleet Manager

• May 2004 - May 2007