Alessandro Brasini
Long Island City,NY
Summary
Supply chain leader with extensive international experience leading global teams and implementing strategic projects of transformation. Dedicated to streamlining operations and promoting organizational efficiency through the application of Lean Six Sigma principles. Brings a structured approach to conduct required analysis and define potential supply chain strategies to meet growth and financial objectives.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Director of Global Distribution
MARCHON EYEWEAR
01.2020 - Current
- Oversees a network of 9 DCs globally, of which two located in the USA.
- Directly leads the largest DC in the network and a team of 7 direct reports, including Managers with a workforce of 170+ headcounts + temps. 5 ml units in stock, 15,000 active SKUs, over 5,000 packages shipped per day to wholesale, retail, and E-commerce customers.
- Directed the design and execution of business transformation initiatives, including DC automation which reduced labor costs by over 30 FTEs.
- Analyzes network optimization opportunities for cost, inventory, and service delivery, including ship from DC vs. cross-docking / supplier drop ships and insourcing/outsourcing initiatives.
- Oversees and optimizes the global transportation network which encompasses air, sea, truck, and small package modes.
Director of Logistics and Customer North America
TECHNOGYM GROUP
11.2018 - 01.2020
- Led a Logistics and Customer Service team with focus to improve the Customer Experience while making the logistic network more efficient.
- Managed final mile white glove deliveries with installation of fitness equipment at wellness centers, hotels, resorts, corporate locations, as well as residential addresses.
- Selected installation partners nationwide and established contractual agreements with KPIs.
Consultant on Logistics and Customer Service
TECHNOGYM GROUP
05.2018 - 11.2018
- Analyzed footprint and internal logistic processes to propose improvements to the Customer Experience.
- Developed transformation strategies to drive proposed changes in transportation, freight optimization, warehousing & distribution, and developed appropriate implementation plans with estimated range and timing of benefits (OPEX / inventory / service delivery).
- Assessed the performance of white glove delivery partners and recommended appropriate actions to take.
- Hired as Director of Logistics and Customer Service after seven months
Global Transportation Leader
SAFILO GROUP
01.2017 - 11.2017
- Supported the design and improvement of the Logistic Network through analytics and recommendations on hub locations, control tower systems, DC consolidations and transit points.
- Defined global and local transportation needs to meet the Service Level requirements in each market segment and geography.
- Partnered with the Procurement function in running effective RFPs, negotiate optimal service agreements and scout alternate solutions to current freight forwarders, 3PLs, small parcel and LTL carriers.
- Created and developed a global function to effectively manage the global transportation network and customs compliance
- Led the implementation of a First Sale For Export program and the preliminary analysis of a duty drawback implementation Defined global and local transportation needs to meet the Service Level requirements in each market segment and geography Supported the Procurement function in running effective RFPs, negotiate optimal service agreements and scout alternate solutions to current freight forwarders, 3PLs, small parcel and LTL carriers Supported the design and improvement of the Logistic Network through analytics and recommendations on hub locations, control tower systems, DC consolidations and transit points.
Regional Logistics Director, Americas
SAFILO GROUP
06.2014 - 01.2017
- Responsibility over the operations of import, export, transportation, distribution and reverse logistics in the Americas.
- Oversaw a network of 5 DCs globally.
- Led a team of 6 direct reports and a DC workforce of over 150 headcounts + temporary workers. Budget of 30m$ in labor, facilities and supplies at 2 domestic DCs.
- Baselined warehousing and distribution network cost structure and capacity utilization
- Served as key lead in the centralization of the North American operations and inventory in a single hub.
- Insourced refurbishment services and streamlined the reverse logistics and refurbishment process.
- Consolidated the Canadian operations into the NA hub and implement a cross-docking flow
- Implemented new DC scorecards of KPIs with unified standards of measurement, comparative data with other DC’s, and in-depth study of improvement areas.
- Implemented a RF-guided pick-to-box system to increase efficiency.
Regional Supply Chain Manager APAC
SAFILO GROUP
12.2011 - 05.2014
- Responsibility over the operations of import, export, transportation, distribution and reverse logistics in the APAC region encompassing 8 DCs and a regional Supply Chain Headquarters with a Customer Service and Planning teams.
- Outsourced and relocated 4 Distribution Centers to increase effectiveness, efficiency and control.
- Supported the implementation of a core-assortment strategy through the revision of the replenishment and cross-docking flows at each DC.
Logistics & Quality Manager, North America
TECHNOGYM GROUP
01.2011 - 01.2011
- Managed the supply chain cycle in the North American region for finished products and spare parts.
- Established quality metrics to monitor the logistic providers performance.
- Presented a business case for the activation of a FTZ for import.
Process Improvement and BPR Specialist
TECHNOGYM GROUP
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Collaborated with Logistics to analyze supply chain network design and footprint in order to improve the overall logistic process.
- Mapped, analyzed and re-engineered business requirements in formal service agreements with logistic partners to achieve better final mile deliveries and installations in North America.
- Rolled out Lean Six Sigma initiatives to reduce errors in order fulfillment.
- Optimized transportation routes and set up standardized installation rates with third party providers.
Quality System Coordinator
TECHONGYM GROUP
05.2005 - 01.2008
- Drafted reports on quality verification outcomes
- Standardized and developed the processes connected with the Quality System
- Lead Auditor for ISO9001 and ISO13485 certifications.
- Leader of a 2-year project that started up the company’s Net Promoter Score monitoring system across Italy, UK, USA and Japan.
Education
Master of Science - Industrial Engineering and Management
University of Bologna
Italy10-2003
Erasmus Scholarship - Industrial Engineering
Instituto Superior Técnico of Lisbon
Portugal09-2002
High School Diploma -
Liceo Scientifico Fulcieri Paulucci Di Calboli
Italy07-1997
Skills
Lean & Six Sigma
Network Analysis
Strategic Planning
DC Automation
Continuous improvement
Negotiation skills
Project Management
Analytical skills
Problem Solving
Certification
- MARCHON LEAN LEADER
Gemba Academy - Marchon Learning Path | 2025
- OSHA 10
Occupational Health and Safety Administration | 2024
- CLTD - Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution
APICS | 2017-2022
- LEAN SIX-SIGMA BLACK BELT
Breakthrough Management Group International, Longmont CO | 2010
Languages
- Italian (native language), English, Spanish, Portuguese
Timeline
Senior Director of Global Distribution
MARCHON EYEWEAR
01.2020 - Current
Director of Logistics and Customer North America
TECHNOGYM GROUP
11.2018 - 01.2020
Consultant on Logistics and Customer Service
TECHNOGYM GROUP
05.2018 - 11.2018
Global Transportation Leader
SAFILO GROUP
01.2017 - 11.2017
Regional Logistics Director, Americas
SAFILO GROUP
06.2014 - 01.2017
Regional Supply Chain Manager APAC
SAFILO GROUP
12.2011 - 05.2014
Logistics & Quality Manager, North America
TECHNOGYM GROUP
01.2011 - 01.2011
Process Improvement and BPR Specialist
TECHNOGYM GROUP
01.2008 - 01.2011
Quality System Coordinator
TECHONGYM GROUP
05.2005 - 01.2008
- MARCHON LEAN LEADER
Gemba Academy - Marchon Learning Path | 2025
- OSHA 10
Occupational Health and Safety Administration | 2024
- CLTD - Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution
APICS | 2017-2022
- LEAN SIX-SIGMA BLACK BELT
Breakthrough Management Group International, Longmont CO | 2010
Master of Science - Industrial Engineering and Management
University of Bologna
Erasmus Scholarship - Industrial Engineering
Instituto Superior Técnico of Lisbon
High School Diploma -
Liceo Scientifico Fulcieri Paulucci Di Calboli
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