Curtis Yates

• A Supply Chain Manager, or Logistics Manager, offering over 25 years in Supply Chain Manager work as a parts of a logistics and operation team to supervise the lifecycle of a product, from its creation to delivery to a customer. Responsible for financial planning, funds control, requirements computation, allowances determination, research and identification of supplies and equipment. Ecommerce or direct to consumer/business to consumer (D2C/B2C). Successful track record in global transportation and logistical management; demonstrated history of producing accurate, timely reports meeting stringent company guidelines. Expertise in the areas of warehouse and transportation assets management, business management, organizational and logistical problem solving, and turnaround efficiency; committed to process improvement and performance management. Has experience with Federal and State regulations: FDA. USDA, DOT, EPA, OSHA .
• Developed, implemented and maintained supply chain strategies in the region.
• Monitored supplier performance metrics to ensure compliance with service level agreements.
• Coordinated logistics and transportation activities within the region.
• Managed inventory levels to meet customer demand while controlling costs.
• Implemented process changes to improve cycle times and reduce lead times.
• Collaborated with other departments to optimize processes and increase efficiency.

• Managed inventory levels to meet customer demand while controlling costs.
• Coordinated logistics and transportation activities within the region.
• Analyzed regional supply chain data to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Implemented process changes to improve cycle times and reduce lead times.
• Established key performance indicators related to supply chain operations in the region.

· d and set direction for each Key Client relationship according to budget – in terms of delivering ocean volume and growing revenue, winning new business across L&S products and optimizing overall profitability.

· Communicate freight transportation information to customers or suppliers, using transportation management, electronic logistics marketplace, or electronic freight information systems, to improve efficiency, speed, or quality of transportation services.

· Review global, national, or regional transportation or logistics reports for ways to improve efficiency or minimize the environmental impact of logistics activities.

· Actively provide feedback to the head of key client sales, global key client sponsors and the global vertical or segment lead based on customer feedback and insights

· Feed business development managers with relevant leads

· Develop and execute supply chain strategy balancing global, national, regional and local supply that supports and meets company strategy and mission, company performance objectives and customer expectations. Ensure supply chain continuity and redundancy.

• Drive cost transparent supply models to optimize cost value. Oversee global commodity market metrics to inform short- and long-term sourcing decisions.
• Evaluate make vs buy opportunities across all ingredients to optimize company in-house production capabilities
• Work with suppliers & operations to manage inventory levels, payments terms and JIT contracts to optimize working capital.
• Ensure forecasting collaboration occurs to ensure the right product is available at the right time and place to support direct to consumer models
• Established relationships with key clients to ensure their satisfaction.
• Managed a team of customer service representatives to ensure quality service delivery.
• Created regular reports on customer relations performance metrics.
• Organized promotional activities to increase client engagement and loyalty.

· d and set direction for each Key Client relationship according to budget – in terms of delivering ocean volume and growing revenue, winning new business across L&S products and optimizing overall profitability.

· Communicate freight transportation information to customers or suppliers, using transportation management, electronic logistics marketplace, or electronic freight information systems, to improve efficiency, speed, or quality of transportation services.

· Review global, national, or regional transportation or logistics reports for ways to improve efficiency or minimize the environmental impact of logistics activities.

· Actively provide feedback to the head of key client sales, global key client sponsors and the global vertical or segment lead based on customer feedback and insights

· Feed business development managers with relevant leads

· Develop and execute supply chain strategy balancing global, national, regional and local supply that supports and meets company strategy and mission, company performance objectives and customer expectations. Ensure supply chain continuity and redundancy.

• Drive cost transparent supply models to optimize cost value. Oversee global commodity market metrics to inform short- and long-term sourcing decisions.
• Evaluate make vs buy opportunities across all ingredients to optimize company in-house production capabilities
• Work with suppliers & operations to manage inventory levels, payments terms and JIT contracts to optimize working capital.
• Ensure forecasting collaboration occurs to ensure the right product is available at the right time and place to support direct to consumer models
• Performed cost analysis for various projects to determine budget requirements.
• Directed operations staff by providing guidance, training, and support in order to meet company objectives.
• Established effective relationships with vendors to negotiate pricing and secure materials needed for production.