Heather Sherlock
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Misi (Milissa) Hamel
I had the pleasure of working with Heather and then directly reporting to Heather. She is very knowledgeable around logistics, what right looks like and how to get there. She is always looking for ways to improve and streamline processes. She is able to come in and quickly see gaps and make improvements that immediately impact the bottom line. She enjoys teaching everyone around here about logistics, questions to ask yourself and why we do certain things and not others. She questions things that appear to be wrong and tries to understand why things were set up a certain way. She sets realistic goals and deadlines and helps her team work through issues and come up with resolutions. If she understands the vision and end result you are trying to drive, she elevates her team to achieve those results meet expectations. She has great relationships with the carriers and immediately had an impact in that space where KPIs were created to hold them accountable and QBRs were implemented to discuss issues and timely resolutions. If there is money being left on the table through a contract, rates not on file or some accounting issue, Heather will find them and work to resolve them. I would highly recommend her for any logistics role you have around strategy or process improvements you have, she will drive results.
Beth Lemke - MBA, PMP
I have worked with Heather for the past year. Her depth of knowledge in the area of transportation and logistics was always impressive to me. Not only does she have the knowledge, but she has a willingness and desire to want to teach and develop others. Her ability to form strong relationships with 3PLs from the top to the bottom of the organization allows her to effectively navigate escalations as well as uncover new opportunities to improve the partnership. She was a tremendous resource to me in learning about the contracts side of the business.
Misi (Milissa) Hamel
I had the pleasure of working with Heather and then directly reporting to Heather. She is very knowledgeable around logistics, what right looks like and how to get there. She is always looking for ways to improve and streamline processes. She is able to come in and quickly see gaps and make improvements that immediately impact the bottom line. She enjoys teaching everyone around here about logistics, questions to ask yourself and why we do certain things and not others. She questions things that appear to be wrong and tries to understand why things were set up a certain way. She sets realistic goals and deadlines and helps her team work through issues and come up with resolutions. If she understands the vision and end result you are trying to drive, she elevates her team to achieve those results meet expectations. She has great relationships with the carriers and immediately had an impact in that space where KPIs were created to hold them accountable and QBRs were implemented to discuss issues and timely resolutions. If there is money being left on the table through a contract, rates not on file or some accounting issue, Heather will find them and work to resolve them. I would highly recommend her for any logistics role you have around strategy or process improvements you have, she will drive results.
Beth Lemke - MBA, PMP
I have worked with Heather for the past year. Her depth of knowledge in the area of transportation and logistics was always impressive to me. Not only does she have the knowledge, but she has a willingness and desire to want to teach and develop others. Her ability to form strong relationships with 3PLs from the top to the bottom of the organization allows her to effectively navigate escalations as well as uncover new opportunities to improve the partnership. She was a tremendous resource to me in learning about the contracts side of the business.
Misi (Milissa) Hamel
I had the pleasure of working with Heather and then directly reporting to Heather. She is very knowledgeable around logistics, what right looks like and how to get there. She is always looking for ways to improve and streamline processes. She is able to come in and quickly see gaps and make improvements that immediately impact the bottom line. She enjoys teaching everyone around here about logistics, questions to ask yourself and why we do certain things and not others. She questions things that appear to be wrong and tries to understand why things were set up a certain way. She sets realistic goals and deadlines and helps her team work through issues and come up with resolutions. If she understands the vision and end result you are trying to drive, she elevates her team to achieve those results meet expectations. She has great relationships with the carriers and immediately had an impact in that space where KPIs were created to hold them accountable and QBRs were implemented to discuss issues and timely resolutions. If there is money being left on the table through a contract, rates not on file or some accounting issue, Heather will find them and work to resolve them. I would highly recommend her for any logistics role you have around strategy or process improvements you have, she will drive results.
Beth Lemke - MBA, PMP
I have worked with Heather for the past year. Her depth of knowledge in the area of transportation and logistics was always impressive to me. Not only does she have the knowledge, but she has a willingness and desire to want to teach and develop others. Her ability to form strong relationships with 3PLs from the top to the bottom of the organization allows her to effectively navigate escalations as well as uncover new opportunities to improve the partnership. She was a tremendous resource to me in learning about the contracts side of the business.
Misi (Milissa) Hamel
I had the pleasure of working with Heather and then directly reporting to Heather. She is very knowledgeable around logistics, what right looks like and how to get there. She is always looking for ways to improve and streamline processes. She is able to come in and quickly see gaps and make improvements that immediately impact the bottom line. She enjoys teaching everyone around here about logistics, questions to ask yourself and why we do certain things and not others. She questions things that appear to be wrong and tries to understand why things were set up a certain way. She sets realistic goals and deadlines and helps her team work through issues and come up with resolutions. If she understands the vision and end result you are trying to drive, she elevates her team to achieve those results meet expectations. She has great relationships with the carriers and immediately had an impact in that space where KPIs were created to hold them accountable and QBRs were implemented to discuss issues and timely resolutions. If there is money being left on the table through a contract, rates not on file or some accounting issue, Heather will find them and work to resolve them. I would highly recommend her for any logistics role you have around strategy or process improvements you have, she will drive results.
Beth Lemke - MBA, PMP
I have worked with Heather for the past year. Her depth of knowledge in the area of transportation and logistics was always impressive to me. Not only does she have the knowledge, but she has a willingness and desire to want to teach and develop others. Her ability to form strong relationships with 3PLs from the top to the bottom of the organization allows her to effectively navigate escalations as well as uncover new opportunities to improve the partnership. She was a tremendous resource to me in learning about the contracts side of the business.
Experience
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SBM Life Science
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France
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Manufacturing
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300 - 400 Employee
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Director of Logistics and Distribution
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Sep 2022 - Present
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University of Florida
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Member Of The Board Of Advisors
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Mar 2020 - Present
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Intuitive
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United States
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Medical Equipment Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Director of Global Logistics Strategy
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Oct 2020 - Jul 2022
§ Streamlined Logistics contracting for all 3PL’s, achieving a cost savings of $4.5 Million 2021 § Built and managed a team of 12 people responsible for Project Management & Transportation Management / Analytics § Controlled $100+ Million Freight Spend across 14 countries ensuring logistics continuity during supply chain shortages § Setup a Center of Excellence defining the processes and procedures of delivering finished goods and raw materials § Developed and rolled out a full set of Global KPI’s measuring all aspects of Logistics performance and implemented penalty clauses for nonperformance by 3PL’s resulting in $160K rebate § Directed the Logistics FP&A forecast each month and quarter and provided the monthly walk highlighting changes to forecast § Developed the Supplier inbound strategy and process for raw materials keeping manufacturing lines running § Won the Presidential Grit award for demonstrating exceptional execution and perseverance Show less
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SHIPZ
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Australia
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Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
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1 - 100 Employee
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Member Of The Board Of Advisors
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Sep 2018 - Mar 2021
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Modern Meadow
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United States
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Biotechnology Research
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1 - 100 Employee
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Independent Consultant
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Jun 2020 - Sep 2020
Setup Logistics Process for importing, exporting and manufacturing Established Logistics Partners (3PL’s) and contracts Expeditors, DSV and FedEx Setup Logistics Process for importing, exporting and manufacturing Established Logistics Partners (3PL’s) and contracts Expeditors, DSV and FedEx
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Uber
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United States
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Internet Marketplace Platforms
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700 & Above Employee
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Head of Global Logistics & Distribution
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Mar 2019 - Jun 2020
Built and managed a team of 30 people in 6 countries Responsible for 40+ Million in Freight Spend across 60 countries Responsible for Inventory 50+ Million in 46 Distribution Centers Built the reverse logistics network for e-bike and e-scooter batteries streamlining the replacement of defective parts Established Importer/Exporter presence of 98 entities to facilitate the expansion of Ubers business in new markets Integrated Oracle Transportation Management ERP with 3PL’s, Couriers, Accounting systems Show less
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Sr. Logistics Program Manager - Global
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May 2018 - Mar 2019
Established 3 global distribution centers to support continued growth of new products and markets Managed the Merger and Acquisition strategy for the company from a logistics perspectiveo Grab Sale(located in SG, ID, TH, PH, MY, VN, MM, KH)o Jump Acquisition absorption of e-bikes and e-scooter Purchased and Launched Oracle OTM ERP system Responsible for the Centralization of all Logistics functions
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Program Manager
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Feb 2016 - May 2018
Built Logistics Framework and Footprint where none existed Negotiated contracts with 3PL’s to establish trade routes Established Trade Compliance Baseline for International Shipping reducing potential for international fines
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Crane Worldwide Logistics
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United States
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Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
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700 & Above Employee
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Operations Manager
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Jun 2014 - Jan 2016
Domestic, Air Import / Export, Ocean Import / Export and warehousing o Managed a staff of 7 operators and 3 warehouse staff o Managed Compliance and Site Safety Responsible for Accounts Receivable and Payable for SFO / DEN Onboarding New Customer Accounts in SFO / DEN Manage House Accounts and Quarterly Business Reviews
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PMO Manager
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Feb 2013 - Jun 2014
Established a Project Management Office o Standardized how projects are vetted and approved o Created documentation and SharePoint site for projects Developed training and documentation standards Established an intern program focused on Process Improvement Rolled out Major Company Initiatives
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CEVA Logistics
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France
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Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
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700 & Above Employee
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Project Manager- Americas
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Nov 2012 - Dec 2012
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Project Manager AP
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Jun 2011 - Nov 2012
Robust international experience deploying projects in APAC o CN, JP, TW, MY, SG, IN, HK, ID, TH, VN, KR, AU, NZ Led deployment team of up 6 people to deliver projects on time Trained over 2,060 people on multiple processes and projects
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Logistics Engineer
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Oct 2010 - Jun 2011
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Air Transport Analyst
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Feb 2008 - Oct 2010
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Management Trainee Program
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Jun 2007 - Feb 2008
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Education
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2003 - 2007
University of Florida
Bachelor of Science (BS), Industrial and Systems Engineering -
2012 - 2013
Penn State University
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Business Administration and Management, General -
2017 - 2017
Harvard Business School Executive Education
Certificate, Executive Education Strategy -
2017 - 2017
Harvard Business School Executive Education
Certificate, Executive Education Leadership
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