Ammi Grady
Story City
Summary
Strategic and results-driven logistics leader with 25 years of experience optimizing transportation networks, improving supply chain efficiency, and leading cross-functional teams. Proven success in reducing costs, enhancing delivery performance, and driving operational excellence across domestic and international markets. Skilled in building partnerships, implementing technology solutions, and fostering a culture of accountability and communication.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Corporate Logistics Manager
American Packaging
Story City
10.2013 - Current
- Lead logistics strategy and operations across six distribution centers, managing an annual transportation budget of $30,000,000.00.
- Improved on-time delivery from 90% to 99.3% by standardizing carrier communication and implementing performance dashboards.
- Negotiated carrier pricing that reduced freight by 50% while maintaining high service quality.
- Partnered with customer service, operations, and sales to streamline order fulfillment and communication workflows.
- Oversaw logistics staff team members, promoting professional growth and process ownership
- Implemented and designed TMS system that increased visibility and reduced errors.
Logistics Manager
Colorbiotics
Ames
03.2000 - 09.2013
- Coordinated transportation schedules with freight carriers and suppliers.
- Developed and implemented efficient warehousing processes and procedures.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline supply chain activities.
- Analyzed logistics data to identify areas for process improvement.
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices in logistics management.
- Worked collaboratively with customers and staff at various levels.
- Developed and managed logistics strategies to improve the efficiency of operations.
- Resolved customer complaints related to shipping issues or delays in transit times.
- Implemented cost-saving measures such as route optimization for shipments.
- Negotiated contracts with carriers for optimal pricing on transportation services, resulting in a 50% cost decrease.
Education
BBA - Business Managment
William Penn University
Oskaloosa, Iowa10-2013
Skills
- Warehouse operations
- Carrier negotiations
- TMS implementation
- Logistics strategy
- Transportation management
- Process improvement
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Team leadership
- Cross-functional leadership
- Performance metrics and KPI analysis
- Continuous improvement
- Supply chain strategy and optimization
- Budgeting and cost control
Timeline
Corporate Logistics Manager
American Packaging
10.2013 - Current
Logistics Manager
Colorbiotics
03.2000 - 09.2013
BBA - Business Managment
William Penn University