Canute Kahn
Bradford,USA
Summary
Extensive international experience achieving recognition for top-flight performance in APAC, EMEA and Americas logistics markets. Highly reliable and focused professional with solid history of overseeing entire lifecycle of logistics from acquisition to distribution, while developing positive business relationships with customers. Track record of tracking shipments, directing warehouse activities, coordinating requirements with established shippers, recommending alternatives, and making improvement suggestions. Ability to coordinate all activities involved in identification, acquisition, production, and distribution of company's goods. In-depth knowledge of production operations, standard management policies, logistics readiness, and transportation principles.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Logistics Manager
Largo Clean Energy
01.2021 - Current
- Manage operating service components of distribution centers and external returns. Ensure distribution, shipping, and storage procedures meet freight carrier requirements in line with government regulations and company policies. Collaborate with 3PL and 4PL providers to actively participate in day-to-day RFQs. Improve global supply chain and drive growth of the reverse logistics program by coordinating with high-performing teams. Troubleshoot shipping and mechanical issues of transportation vehicles. Build and maintain long-term relations with key stakeholders, contributors, and partners via effective communication.
- Spearheaded strategic initiatives in the US Domestics Logistics Transportation sector, resulting in a 20% reduction in transportation costs.
- Developed and executed sourcing plans for truckload, LTL, Intermodal and dedicated fleet services ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
- Negotiated contracts with transportation providers, securing favorable rates and SLA's.
- Implemented innovative routing and scheduling strategies to optimize delivery times and reduce lead times.
- Collaborated with Carriers to improve tracking and visibility, enhancing overall supply chain transparency.
Senior Director, Operations and Logistics
Union Installations
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Lead all aspects of Logistics, including domestic and international distribution and order fulfillment. Optimized and oversaw an effective warehousing and transport network, including 3PL and off-site warehousing. Facilitated cross-functional teams to oversee the product transfer process to external operation. Cultivated strong partnerships cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Quality, Planning, Finance, Sales and Customer Service. Supported the Finance team to update annual cost rolls and identify areas for cost reductions. Fostered a high-performance team through hiring, employee coaching/training, and CMO team development. Supported ERP implementation to ensure effectiveness for global operations and logistics. Developed and executed strategic sourcing plans for key categories, ensuring a stable and efficient supply chain.
- Led end-to-end sourcing initiatives, resulting in a 15 % cost reduction within the first year.
- Passionately model a Lean approach to support the Continuous Improvement program and drive initiatives to improve customer experience and cost-effective solutions.
Operations/Logistics Manager
Cambridge Sound Management
01.2009 - 01.2020
- Oversaw all activities involved in picking, packing, and shipping of finished goods to field dealers and raw goods to vendors. Planned inventory orders via vendors using demand vs. forecast planning approach. Administered warehouse setup by purchasing, installing, and evaluating all equipment. Developed and implemented operational solutions for company's returns, sanitization, and serialization of inventory. Supervised duty drawback procedures and exported goods on several transactions. Achieved considerable growth and moved assets to own warehouse as a Project Manager. Managed the value stream mapping group to change order processing system. Coordinated reverse logistics and contributed to RFQs by collaborating with 3PL providers.
- Successfully implemented innovative bin management procedures within the warehouse and NetSuite.
- Recovered drawback funds by setting up the program as well as maintained inventory at 3PL warehouse site within first four years.
- Conducted in-depth market analysis for truckload, LTL, intermodal, and dedicated fleet services, identifying cost-saving opportunities and market trends.
- Led cross-functional teams to implemented process improvements in logistics operations.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with key transportation stakeholders ensuring reliable and cost-effective service.
Warehouse Manager, Lowe's
12.2005 - 10.2009
Restaurant Depot
04.2003 - 12.2005
Education
BBA / Bachelor of Business Administration -
SUNY Old Westbury
Westbury, NY01.1998
APICS - Certified in Logistics, Transport & Distribution
Association For Supply Chain Management
Chicago06-2023
Skills
- 3PL Integration & management with various ERP’s/ WMS systems
- Warehouse & Inventory Management
- Managed third-party logistics (3PL) operations and relationships; strategically grew 3PL’s footprint
- Fleet management of company owned assets
- Global Distribution & Fulfillment
- Reverse Logistics & Demand Planning
- Experience with transporting oversized products; break bulk, Ro Ro cargo and Rigging Project Management
- Letter of Credit and Alt International Payment methods
- Incoterms 2020, Global Customs Brokerage management
- Value Stream Mapping
- Problem Resolution
- Effective Communication
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), NetSuite ERP, QuickBooks, NetSuite Power User
Affiliations
Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM), Member 2021-Present
Certification
- CLTD Certificate, APICS, 2021-2028
- Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt , Six Sigma Global Institute 2024
- Small Business Lean Management Training, MA 2011
- Certified in Parcel & Palletized Shipments, Hazmat 2011-
- Certified & Power Equipment Trainer, Power Equipment 2011-Present
Timeline
Logistics Manager
Largo Clean Energy
01.2021 - Current
Senior Director, Operations and Logistics
Union Installations
01.2020 - 01.2021
Operations/Logistics Manager
Cambridge Sound Management
01.2009 - 01.2020
Warehouse Manager, Lowe's
12.2005 - 10.2009
Restaurant Depot
04.2003 - 12.2005
BBA / Bachelor of Business Administration -
SUNY Old Westbury
APICS - Certified in Logistics, Transport & Distribution
Association For Supply Chain Management