This featured candidate is an experienced supply chain executive with over 30 years in optimizing end-to-end processes and driving operational efficiency across global logistics and supply chain management! Please take a moment to review his professional summary:
PROFESSIONAL HIGHLIGHTS
- Developed and implemented streamlined Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for warehouse operations, significantly enhancing efficiency in inbound processing, picking, and outbound logistics.
- Established Service Level Agreements (SLAs) to ensure the warehouse met critical performance requirements, resulting in improved order accuracy, faster turnaround times, and a reduction of chargebacks by more than 10%.
- Led various companies and teams through multiple implementations of various ERP systems, including but not limited to Blue Cherry and NetSuite, ensuring a smooth transition and effective user adoption.
- Implemented a new back-office ERP system that enhances data accuracy, visibility, and reporting capabilities across the organization.
- Negotiated global rates for ocean and air freight, small packages, and warehousing, all while ensuring optimal space and service levels.
- Executed multiple Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and onboarded new service providers.
- Achieved a reduction in average airfreight transit times by 2-3 days and ocean freight transit times by 4-7 days, while extending shipment pre-booking from 2 weeks to 40 days ahead of the Customer Required Date (CRD).
FUNCTIONAL/TECHNICAL SKILLS
- Highly-skilled at leading cross-functional teams to meet strategic goals, reduce costs, and boost business performance with practical solutions.
- Expertise includes streamlining supply chains, optimizing transportation, and using data analytics to boost efficiency and profitability.
- Additionally, he is involved with various trade associations devoted to the advocacy of industry best practices and related initiatives.
YEARS OF EXPERIENCE: 30 years of experience in consumer goods (e.g., footwear, apparel, electronics, sporting goods, health & wellness, fitness, automotive supplies).
PREFERRED LOCATION: New York greater metro area, remote, hybrid depending on location.