Hi, I’m
AJ Robertson
Logistics / Supply Chain
228 Woodlawn Rd, Norristown,PA
Summary
An experienced logistics, compliance and supply chain expert with a proven track record of measurable results. Aiming to advance career aspirations into a more focused global role where my proficiency, knowledge and training will be a great asset to the organization.
Overview
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Quaker Houghton
Logistics and Compliance Lead
03.2016 - Current
Job overview
- Developed and wrote a comprehensive Logistics Compliance Manual for Houghton International. Researched and devised all 143 pages of the manual specifically for what Houghton, now Quaker Houghton handles under reg. CFR 49. This scope includes DOT training, packaging selection, shipping papers, cargo segregation and handling of all hazardous chemicals. Quaker Houghton has not been served one single citation for any DOT or IMDG violations since implementation in 2018. After two comprehensive audits conducted by FMCSA no Haz mat compliance issues were sited and no fines assessed. Training materials have saved Quaker Houghton over 150K by eliminating outside 3rd party organizations conducting training on site.
- Coordinate between 3PL’s for freight management and day to day logistical operations. I manage the annual freight spend of $10 million plus Dollars in America and Canada. Accountable for all data analysis and reporting on logistics spend. This is not just on carrier cost, but also on two way tote fleets, IBC cleaning costs, RMA’s, Expedites, claims, and updating monthly fuel costs.
- Delivered process improvements within logistics. This included standardizing our BOL’s in JDE and our manual shipping papers. Working with customer service to ensure third party billing is correct at order entry and freight Inco terms are followed. Accountable for documenting and implementing new procedures such as expedite requests and IBC rental deployment for new business. These improvements have eased margin cost leakage which was previously unchecked and not reported.
- Evaluate risks to Quaker Houghton and the safety of it's employees. Turned a safety issue using our megatainer at Zion, IL into the conversion of utilizing a bulk truck fleet dedicated model at this site. This will save 10% of annual operating costs, lessen complexity and improve service to all bulk customers.
- Implemented new logistics policies and strictly enforce them in North America. No dangerous goods are to be shipped via airfreight or small package, courier. No hazardous materials are to be transported or picked up by customers in pick up trucks or personal vehicles. Sales are forbidden to store hazardous samples in their homes or garages. Correct tools are now purchased and used to secure drum bungs and totes caps. Each work station has torque wrenches and these are clearly labeled for use at all filling stations.
- Own and manage all returnable IBC's. Have modernized totes we utilize and continue to standardize the fleet. Trimmed current rental fleet to cut costs by $40K in 2022 and $75K in 2023.
- Strategically worked with procurement with all freight RFP’s, bulk and packaged goods. Took ownership analyzing all data presented to us by candidates bidding for QH business.
- Logistical implementation of any new third party warehousing from a cost savings transportation perspective. Evaluate correct storage, segregation of dangerous goods from a compliance and risk perspective.
- Subject matter expert to evaluate company assets we have purchased through acquisitions. Responsible for compliance audits. This scope can range from dry van trucks, small bulk trucks, two way IBC’s and DOT training and record keeping.
- My integral role within logistics is to drive results through collaboration, communication and improving efficiency. Cut wasteful spend. Utilize my expertise to reduce risks and manage uncertainties.
Saint-Gobain (Certain-Teed)
Transportation Supervisor Roofing Division
04.2014 - 03.2016
Job overview
- Supervision of daily activities and roles of 6 load planners that dispatched trucks for sixteen plants across the U.S and 8 warehouses. This entailed working with an expansive carrier base across America, (725 truck load carriers). Tasked with resolving issues ranging from railcar shipments delays, carrier rating issues, bringing on new carriers to service specific regional locations. Ensured all logistical procedures were adhered to at manufacturing plants.
- Coordinated between Certain-Teed Roofing customer service, production planners, plant shipping leads along with trucking companies to ensure all products were shipped on time to customers at a reasonable cost.
- Scheduled all returns to manufacturing origin for damaged or incorrect products shipped to suppliers. Responsible to provide correct paper work to carriers involved in these moves. Filed claims against carriers for damaged or missing product. Tasked with claims reimbursements. Claims pay out amount under my supervision increased by 15% to an average pay out of .80 cents on the Dollar.
- Experienced with the TMS system, SAP, Certain-Teed used to dispatch trucks. Updated weekly fuel costs, carrier rates, plant closures and carrier contacts information.
- Negotiated rates with carriers for lanes that were not published in TMS. Sent this information to Sales Force for auditing purposing and approvals by regional sales reps.
- Managed lane and plant capacities within SAP. Ran past due reports and schedules for upcoming shipments. Created shipments for plant processing within SAP. Managed plant raw material levels for replenishment through vendors that Saint-Gobain arranged transportation.
Haas Group International
Transportation Analyst / Supervisor
01.2011 - 04.2014
Job overview
- Coordinated all international freight shipments via air and ocean. This involved producing invoices, classifying products and license applications for certain countries to be in compliance with ITA regulations. In 2013 accountable for 300 plus international shipments with total revenue of $7 million USD.
- Supervised Transportation Department employees from August 2013 until April 2014. Was responsible and tasked to train a new Export Coordinator for the Lockheed Martin account, Haas Group's number one defense contractor account. Responsible for day to day operations both domestically in North America and with all export orders.
- Audit carrier invoices. This ensured transportation rates were correct and billing was coded to the proper Haas customer and or warehouse. Processed on average of 12,000 lines of freight bills every month utilizing Haas Group’s third party freight payment company. Annual total freight spend of $13 Million. Successful in collecting $500+K back from carriers who failed to correctly rate our shipments.
- Negotiated companywide global freight forwarder contracts to consolidate freight spend for Haas Group. This resulted in 20% freight savings for shipments to Europe.
- Owned and executed regulatory compliance for exports only under the Haas Group International name. Accountable for all ITAR licensing applications through the US Dept. of Defense and customs classifications for importation of goods from Europe and Asia.
BDP International And Rohm And Haas Co.
Air Freight Team Leader / Air Export Rep.
06.2004 - 12.2010
Job overview
- Promoted to successfully manage the first on site air freight account at Rohm and Haas Company headquarters. Attained five additional R&H company business units to ship via air freight to their customers. The result was 22% more International business for BDP International on the Rohm & Haas account.
- Accountable for trade lane bids and participated in revamping BDP’s selling rates to Rohm and Haas. This involved negotiating inland trucking rates and researching airline contracted rates for BDP. Result: Cost savings of 6 to 8% for BDP depending on lane.
- Rohm and Haas hired me from BDP in 2005 to develop and implement new air freight export process for all Rohm and Haas business units across North America. I was tasked to deliver cost savings via airfreight and keep customer expectations for on time deliveries.
- Owned issues that arose throughout supply chain from DEA shipments, damages, delays in transit and dangerous goods paperwork not correctly completed.
- Educated Rohm and Haas CSR’s on various air freight services available to them and advised management of logistical options for their business needs. This included specialized services, such as temperature sensitive shipments, lead time cost savings and improved load securement via inland truck load carriers.
UPS Supply Chain Solutions
Global Logistics Coordinator
05.2000 - 05.2004
Job overview
- Responsible for consolidating all shipments that fed into JFK from other UPSSCS offices. Negotiated cheapest price per pallet position price on freighter service out of JFK to over 60 global destinations. Price reductions ranged from 5 cents to 15 cents per kilo. Accountable for all paperwork that was needed for consolidations and ensured it accompanied freight to make airline cargo cut off times that day.
- Processed air export shipments for W.L Gore Company, a premiere account for the Philadelphia office. Communicated between W.L Gore and their worldwide customers to provide airfreight services and on time production deliveries. Success rate for on time delivery was approximately 87% of approximately 130 shipments in one month.
- Planned departure arrival and of freight using OAG in order to meet customer deadlines. Assisted warehouse employees to insure all IATA and DOT regulations were adhered to and paperwork correctly completed and signed off.
- Coordinated inland freight pickups with several nationwide and regional trucking companies. Negotiated those rates so I could offer our customers up to 8% cost reductions.
Education
Kutztown UniversityKutztown, PA
Bachelor of Science from Communications And Public Relations
05.2000
Skills
- Twenty three years’ experience in Logistics supply chain industry Have worked in general cargo, defense applications and products and manufacturing in the chemical industry and construction
- Worked in all facets of within industry Airlines, freight forwarders, manufacturing, warehousing, domestic trucking and intermodal services
- Handled and supervised International logistics across multiple countries via Air freight Exports accounted for 90%, Imports 10%
- Knowledgeable in CFR 49 regulations, IATA and IMDG Trained employees on DOT and Ocean compliance regulations
- Utilized and implemented several TMS systems for domestic trucking and International freight
- Negotiated multi million Dollar freight contracts and rates with 3PL’s, trucking companies and cargo / commercial airlines
- Strong project planning, scheduling and communication skills
- Prioritize tasks, set goals, and develop processes for achieving those goals
Accomplishments
- I am a member of the Philadelphia Traffic Organization. It is for Managers and Supervisors in logistics positions from Philadelphia and the surrounding counties. You have to be nominated and go through an interview process in order to be considered for the organization. The board of the organization only chooses two new members in a calendar year.
- Completed IATA and ITAR training both in Washington DC. Comprehensive week long courses of intensive hands on and classroom reference material applications for both certifications.
- Nominated and was awarded Saint-Gobain (Certain-Teed) Roofing “Outstanding logistical support” for carrier on time pick up performance from the Shakopee, MN plant in 2015
Timeline
Logistics and Compliance Lead
Quaker Houghton
03.2016 - Current
Transportation Supervisor Roofing Division
Saint-Gobain (Certain-Teed)
04.2014 - 03.2016
Transportation Analyst / Supervisor
Haas Group International
01.2011 - 04.2014
Air Freight Team Leader / Air Export Rep.
BDP International And Rohm And Haas Co.
06.2004 - 12.2010
Global Logistics Coordinator
UPS Supply Chain Solutions
05.2000 - 05.2004
Kutztown University
Bachelor of Science from Communications And Public Relations