Senior Logistics Manager
US Army
- Reduced transportation costs through strategic route planning and carrier negotiations.
- Managed annual budgets allocated for logistics operations diligently optimizing available resources without compromising service quality.
- Implemented technology solutions to automate manual tasks, increasing staff productivity while reducing human error risks in logistical processes.
- Organized employee training programs focused on safety protocols adherence within the workplace environment leading to reduced accidents/incidents rate.
- Developed long-term relationships with key vendors, facilitating open communication channels for effective collaboration on joint projects.
- Implemented risk management strategies to mitigate potential supply chain disruptions, maintaining business continuity during unforeseen events.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement within the logistics team by encouraging open feedback and collaboration on innovative solutions to operational challenges.
- Managed a team of logistics professionals, providing coaching and guidance to foster professional growth and high-performance culture.
- Streamlined logistics operations by implementing efficient inventory management systems and procedures.
- Coordinated emergency response plans effectively addressing any unexpected situations arising from natural disasters, labor strikes or other challenges impacting logistics operations.
- Spearheaded cross-departmental communication efforts to ensure seamless coordination among procurement, warehousing, distribution, and sales teams.
- Conducted regular audits of logistics operations to identify areas of inefficiency or non-compliance requiring corrective action.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams for successful product launches, ensuring on-time delivery and optimal resource allocation.
- Monitored logistics performance and identified improvement opportunities.
- Selected, trained and developed logistics personnel to achieve high-performing teams.
- Directed shipping and receiving of wide range of products daily.
- Managed logistics budgets and forecasting to achieve cost-effective operations.
- Improved inventory accuracy by developing and implementing enhanced control systems.
- Negotiated transportation and logistics contracts to reduce shipping costs.
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
- Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
- Tracked production and quality control systems to proactively identify deficiencies.
