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BRENT D. ILGEN
Supply Chain Executive
Orinda,CA
Summary
Repeated success in spearheading all aspects of supply chain management, including distribution, transportation, sourcing, inventory management, and material forecasting.
Resourceful and accomplished executive with over 19 years of experience in directing global supply chains, strengthening positive relationships with vendors and suppliers, and negotiating cost-cutting prices, contracts, and agreements. Proven track-record of leading multimillion dollar budgets, minimizing operational costs, and improving internal processes performance. Proficient in maximizing operational staff performance, facilitating accurate inventory maintenance, and leveraging extensive end-to-end supply chain knowledge. Effective team player with proven ability to manage resources efficiently, while maintaining high-quality standards. Versatile individual with competencies to excel in changing environments, surpassing expectations, and generating desired results. Tech-savvy individual with strong proficiencies in WMS (Manhattan, NetSuite, D365, Softeon) and MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, & PowerPoint).
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Sr. Director of Global Distribution & Omni Channel Logistics
Amyris
Emeryville, CA
09.2022 - 08.2023
- Built and implemented strategic plans for network consolidation, leading to enhanced efficiency and cost savings
- Plan encompassed Implementation of new (3PL) provider for direct-to-consumer (DTC) operations across five brands
- Effectively negotiated DHL contracts resulting in 30% reduced of DTC shipping costs
- Implementation of new 3PL provider for central warehousing and B2B distribution, encompassing value-added services, returns management, and distribution to prominent big-box retailers such as Amazon, Sephora, and Walmart.
Director of Distribution
Peets Coffee
Alameda, CA
10.2018 - 08.2022
- Created and executed three-year growth strategy for distribution network infrastructure
- Envisioned and built network scenarios with llama soft planning to achieve optimal freight spend
- Implemented process improvement to shape organizational culture, optimize procedures for higher efficiency and help company evolve and grow
- Plan and lead West Coast distribution expansion through warehouse design and move
- Spearheaded end-to-end ERP Implementation (D365) and overcame all obstacles during COVID-19 for 300 employee workforces
- Achieved Amazon Operational Growth of 200% in three-year period, which equated to $120M business
- Implemented East Coast Distribution expansion capabilities as part of network development plan.
- Designed and deploy automation conveyors to support 100% growth of Peet’s.com Operational Growth
- Implemented maximum and minimum inventory systems to improve space utilization
Head of Distribution and Technology
Cotton On Group
La Mirada, California
02.2016 - 10.2018
- Lead teams through growth strategies with focused approaches by establishing and maintaining our supply chain network
- Attained optimal outcomes by leading through cross functional teams by way of improving operational processes
- Decreased Freight spending by 20% through cultivating productive relationships with vendors and optimization of fleet
- Enhanced IT Ticket SLA Performance by 50% by setting SLA and devising and executing best-in-class strategic plans
- Ensure seamless and efficient execution of VeriFone Pin Pad Launch
- Brazil's 3PL selection process and operational setup.
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy
Global Group Distribution Manager
Cotton On Group
Geelong, Victoria
02.2013 - 02.2016
- Monitored trends and productivity throughout nine international facilities by devising and leveraging robust reporting suite
- Documented safety action plans, quality initiatives and team performance
- Developed and Implemented Safety Network Program maintaining best in class LTIFR and TRIFR and Bounce Back Program.
- Leveraged strong negotiation skills while performing optimal union negotiations and creating favorable contract terms
- Maintained compliance with organization's financial objectives by developing and overseeing operating budget of $72M
- Increased customer service team productivity by providing progressive roadmaps on best-in-class working practices
- Developed productive company networks by setting up in various countries, such as Hong Kong, Malaysia, China, Philippines, and U.K.
Regional Director of Logistics
Cotton On Group
La Mirada, California
01.2011 - 02.2013
- Negotiating optimal and cost-cutting domestic transportation contracts for South Africa and USA combined spend of $10M+
- Coordinated new country set up and formulated and executed effective SOP's, processes, and guidelines.
- Ensured 99.5% inventory accuracy in Distribution Centers and administrated budgets for all three distribution networks
- Coordinated new country set up and formulated and executed effective SOP's, processes, and guidelines.
- Delivered hands-on assistance to management by regularly coordinating distribution operations for South Africa, USA, and Brazil
- Collaborated with project managers to discuss procurement, logistics and service requirements for optimized purchasing power
Distribution Facility Manager
Cotton On Group
Carson, California
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Identified and met day-to-day business requirements by developing and guiding skilled personnel to execute their daily responsibilities
- Derived desired results by formulating and delivering top-notch warehousing productivity solutions
- Boosted store development from 0 to 120 stores during three years by establishing in house distribution network capabilities
- Ensured adherence to distribution budget of $5M by monitoring and reducing transportation and warehousing costs
- Propelled more than $4M in first year's sales by developing and executing excellent warehousing solutions for online businesses.
Operations Manager
CEVA Logistics Inc.
Torrance, CA
01.2004 - 01.2009
- Facilitated individual development and review procedures by identifying and resolving hiring and staffing issues for staff members
- Streamlined project execution in largest CEVA warehouse facility in the country by successfully introducing Zero Defect Start-ups (ZDS) procedures
- Oversaw general account management, including invoicing, budget management, customer service, and problem resolution
- Performed wide range of general account management, including invoicing, budget management, customer service, and problem resolution
- Generated yearly gross revenue of $9M by supervising routine warehouse operations for 20 general accounts and monitoring 12K pallet positions
- Built 20 full-time CEVA team members and 30 full-time temporary personnel by aligning staff expertise with company mission and providing training on work excellence
- Maximized productivity and quality and decreased costs by launching LEAN management program to existing operations.
- Implemented process improvement to shape organizational culture, optimize procedures for higher efficiency and help company evolve and grow
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Logistics
University Park, The Pennsylvania State University, Smeal College of Business
State College, PA 08.1998 - 04.2003
Skills
Collaborative Leadership
Team Building and Motivation
Culture Transformation
Contract Management
Budgeting
Negotiation
Strategic planning
Project Management
Reporting expertise
Policy Development
Staff Development
Affiliations
Penn State Alumni Association
ASCM - Association for Supply Chain Management
Rugby Clubs - Penn State & Belmont Shore Alumni
Certification
Six Sigma Green Belt
Interests
Golf
Real-estate
Skiing
Timeline
Sr. Director of Global Distribution & Omni Channel Logistics
Amyris
09.2022 - 08.2023
Director of Distribution
Peets Coffee
10.2018 - 08.2022
Head of Distribution and Technology
Cotton On Group
02.2016 - 10.2018
Global Group Distribution Manager
Cotton On Group
02.2013 - 02.2016
Regional Director of Logistics
Cotton On Group
01.2011 - 02.2013
Distribution Facility Manager
Cotton On Group
01.2009 - 01.2011
Operations Manager
CEVA Logistics Inc.
01.2004 - 01.2009
Bachelor of Science - Business Logistics
University Park, The Pennsylvania State University, Smeal College of Business
08.1998 - 04.2003