Caiden LaRoche
Rogers,AR
Summary
Results-driven Logistics Manager with extensive experience in optimizing operational processes and delivering critical insights to internal stakeholders. Proven ability to collaborate effectively across multiple entities, driving logistics efficiency, cost containment, and ensuring contract integrity. Recognized for maintaining a high level of focus and agility in fast-paced environments while consistently providing exceptional customer service. Committed to leveraging expertise to enhance supply chain performance and support organizational objectives.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Logistics Load Manager
Walmart Transportation
01.2026 - Current
- Manage transportation logistics operations across Southern California, Desoto, Minooka, Kansas City and Memphis markets.
- Coordinate and dispatch outbound and inbound freight while maintaining operation efficiency and service standards.
- Monitor routing accuracy, carrier assignments, and load management processes to support on-time deliveries and fleet utilization.
- Collaborate with transportation teams and drivers to resolve operational issues in a fast-paced logistics environment.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on transportation efficiency, cost control, and process accuracy.
Sales Intern, Walmart
Rust-Oleum Corporation
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Developed proficiency in advanced excel functions (VLOOKUP, COUNTIFS, SUMIFS, PIVOTS) and improved reporting accuracy and efficiency through hands-on experience and mentorship.
- Supported the Rust-Oleum Walmart Sales office by analyzing Point-of-Sale (POS) data and creating reports using Excel and Scintilla Report Builder, including instock reports, scorecards, and opportunity trackers.
- Created and presented data visualizations, including a heat map for store level sales analysis, to support strategic decision making in product placement and promotions.
- Gained exposure to SAP and retail analytics, contributing to the development of cost and retail reports used in executive decision making.
Load Logistics Intern, Walmart
Walmart
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Shadowed Logistics Managers to gain hands-on insight into transportation operations and the strategic role of logistics with Walmart supply chain.
- Observed and documented key processes related to fleet management, trailer exchanges, and vendor coordination.
- Contributed to a cost reduction project focused on optimizing fleet operations and minimizing expenses associated with trailer exchanges between vendors and stores.
- Developed a foundational understanding of large-scale logistics and transportation systems in a corporate environment.
Sales Representative
Natural Energy
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Conducted face-to-face sales calls with businesses across assigned territory, initiating cold calls & promoting solar energy solutions tailored to client needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Supply Chain Management
University of Arkansas, College of Business
12.2025
Skills
- Walmart Fleet Management
- Scintilla/Power BI
- Retail Link/SAP
- Supply chain analysis
- Inventory control
- Transportation management systems
- Strong Customer/Client Relationships
- Category Management
- Forecasting
- Transportation management
- Demand forecasting
- Logistics software proficiency
Timeline
Logistics Load Manager
Walmart Transportation
01.2026 - Current
Sales Intern, Walmart
Rust-Oleum Corporation
05.2025 - 08.2025
Load Logistics Intern, Walmart
Walmart
06.2024 - 08.2024
Sales Representative
Natural Energy
05.2023 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Supply Chain Management
University of Arkansas, College of Business