Jared Neumann
Fort Wayne,IN
Summary
Procurement and logistics leader with proven expertise in transportation sourcing and cost reduction. Demonstrated success in enhancing supplier performance and managing large-scale logistics operations. Focused on continuous improvement and operational efficiency within complex supply chains.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Commodity Procurement Manager – Transport & Logistics, Americas
GKN Automotive (now DAUCH Corporation)
01.2025 - Current
- Led procurement strategy for transport and logistics categories across Americas region.
- Achieved cost savings through competitive sourcing, contract optimization, and freight consolidation.
- Managed supplier negotiations, ensuring performance and compliance across domestic and international modes.
- Supported organizational transition from GKN Automotive to Dauch Corporation.
Logistics Operations Manager – US
GKN Automotive
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Oversaw U.S. domestic and import logistics operations, enhancing efficiency.
- Transitioned internal freight model to third-party logistics structure, achieving substantial resource reduction.
Operations Manager – US
GKN Freight Services
08.2021 - 12.2023
- Directed U.S. domestic and international freight operations to enhance logistics efficiency.
- Reduced outstanding accruals by $2.5 million within first year through strengthened controls.
- Reorganized teams into mode-based structure, resulting in significant operational improvements.
Logistics Support Services Manager
Buchanan Hauling & Rigging
05.2018 - 08.2021
- Implemented centralized tracking and tracing processes to boost service speed and quality for third-party carriers.
- Expanded logistics coordinators' responsibilities to include scheduling and conflict resolution.
- Served as liaison between divisions during director of logistics absence, ensuring operational continuity.
Corporate Logistics Trainer
Buchanan Hauling & Rigging
07.2015 - 05.2018
- Managed administration department, leading personnel to meet billing procedure objectives.
- Conducted training for new logistics specialists and ongoing development for current employees.
- Established new operational procedures to improve efficiency across logistics functions.
Logistics Specialist/Lead
Buchanan Hauling & Rigging
10.2012 - 07.2015
- Cultivated strong relationships with carriers and customers to enhance collaboration.
- Communicated with vendors and suppliers to resolve logistical issues effectively.
- Gained expertise in trucking and transportation industry standards and practices.
Education
Associate - Software Engineering
Westwood College
Skills
- Transport and logistics procurement
- Strategic sourcing
- Supplier management
- Contract negotiation
- Cost reduction strategies
- Freight operations (FTL, LTL, ocean, air, parcel)
- Data-driven decision making
- Cross-functional leadership
- Process optimization
Timeline
Commodity Procurement Manager – Transport & Logistics, Americas
GKN Automotive (now DAUCH Corporation)
01.2025 - Current
Logistics Operations Manager – US
GKN Automotive
01.2024 - 12.2024
Operations Manager – US
GKN Freight Services
08.2021 - 12.2023
Logistics Support Services Manager
Buchanan Hauling & Rigging
05.2018 - 08.2021
Corporate Logistics Trainer
Buchanan Hauling & Rigging
07.2015 - 05.2018
Logistics Specialist/Lead
Buchanan Hauling & Rigging
10.2012 - 07.2015
Associate - Software Engineering
Westwood College