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Benjamin Gerrey

Benjamin Gerrey

Collierville,TN

Summary

Experienced Logistics and Supply Chain Manager with 15+ years of expertise in developing and implementing advanced supply chain solutions. Demonstrated success in streamlining operations, lowering expenses, and creating additional revenue streams. Skilled at leading technology-focused business transformations, including vendor selection, solution architecture, and program recovery, to ensure smooth execution aligned with business goals and IT capabilities. Acknowledged for exceptional talent in identifying market opportunities and spearheading impactful initiatives that drive growth and competitive edge.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Manager Inbound Logistics

Brother
09.2023 - Current
  • Direct international transportation operations, aligning with company strategy to enhance efficiency and improve performance across global markets
  • Manage coordination with brokers, ensuring timely customs clearance and seamless deliveries to U.S and Canadian ports
  • Effectively design and execute a transportation network strategy to drive global expansion and support profitability objectives
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to optimize service contracts for international transportation, resulting in a 3% reduction in costs and a 12% increase in delivery reliability

Operations Manager

Alexander Global Logistics
09.2022 - 08.2023
  • Enhanced quality standards and streamlined inventory practices across Egyptian warehouses, notably bolstering operational efficiency
  • Delivered onsite training and coaching to warehouse teams, ensuring alignment with established quality and inventory management protocols
  • Worked alongside customers, international vendors, and customs authorities to launch warehouses in Alexandria and Jebel Ali, expanding global operations
  • Led the successful implementation of the company's inventory management system across multiple North American warehouses, leading to 7% rise in operational gains
  • Secured customer warehouse certification by designing and executing SOPs to address gaps, elevating inventory turns from 2 to 5, and improving cash flow

Supply Chain Manager

International Paper
02.2017 - 08.2022
  • Oversaw global supply chain operations, handling production and delivery of International Paper’s products from manufacturers to retailer warehouses, meeting deadlines and operational objectives
  • Monitored facility budget and analyzed distribution expenses, ensuring operational costs stayed within financial targets and maximizing cost efficiency
  • Attained 100% customer satisfaction by crafting and executing strategies to resolve client concerns and exceed expectations
  • Favorably strengthened supply chain outcomes through the implementation of key solutions, delivering $8MM in non-price improvements
  • Reduced operational expenses by negotiating a 2% price cut on overseas warehousing, contributing to substantial savings
  • Pioneered business development opportunities and steered key initiatives, catalyzing in a $1.1MM revenue surge from the fuel surcharge program
  • Engineered the creation of key performance indicators and KPIs, instrumental in realizing a substantial 7% year-over-year decrease in overall ocean spending
  • Ensured timely delivery of products by closely monitoring order fulfillment, transportation, and distribution processes.

Project Manager

International Paper
12.2012 - 01.2017
  • Developed and organized project work plans, delivering on schedule and offering technical support to uphold quality criteria
  • Functioned as the subject matter expert for export operations, refining processes and maintaining compliance through involvement in technical reviews
  • Acted as a pivotal team member in the SAP export model redesign, culminating in a $20MM revenue surge and elevated productivity across the organization
  • Introduced a comprehensive end-to-end EDI solution, reversing underperformance and yielding $415K in savings
  • Orchestrated the integration of acquired companies into the SAP operating model, streamlining operations and fostering greater cohesion across teams

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Business Management

University of Memphis, Memphis, TN

Skills

  • International Logistics
  • 3PL Management
  • Lean & Six Sigma Methodologies
  • Project Management
  • Forecasting & Budgeting
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Reporting Analytics
  • Team Leadership
  • Process Improvement
  • Negotiation
  • SAP R/3
  • Advanced Data Analysis in Excel
  • Power BI
  • Team leadership
  • Time management
  • Decision-making

Certification

Yellow Belt Six Sigma Certification, International Paper

Work Availability

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Timeline

Manager Inbound Logistics - Brother
09.2023 - Current
Operations Manager - Alexander Global Logistics
09.2022 - 08.2023
Supply Chain Manager - International Paper
02.2017 - 08.2022
Project Manager - International Paper
12.2012 - 01.2017
University of Memphis - Bachelor of Arts, Business Management

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