JIM FLANNIGAN
El Segundo,CA
Summary
Decisive executive with a proven track record in streamlining operations for national and billion-dollar global logistics companies. Expertise in P&L leadership and successful negotiations with major air, ocean, and road transportation companies. Strong background in strategic planning, team leadership, and performance optimization, driving company growth through efficient operational strategies. Demonstrated ability to deliver innovative solutions and achieve organizational goals while fostering professional relationships.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of North American Logistics
HS Global Logistics, Inc.
Los Angeles, California
01.2022 - 07.2025
- Developed U.S. logistic operations, including Canadian/Mexican trans border services nationwide.
- Directed sales, operations, import, export, warehousing, and accounting teams to enhance performance.
- Managed relationships with global air, ocean ground, LTL vendors, global procurement, and agents.
- Cultivated strong customer relationships by promptly addressing inquiries and complaints.
- Led cross-functional teams to create innovative solutions for complex logistical challenges.
- Ensured employee development and retention of 40+ employees through mentoring and training initiatives.
- Achieved TSA Indirect Air Carrier (IAC) certification by successfully passing audits.
- Drove top-line growth, profitability, and gross profit margin across all operations.
District General Manager
Radiant Global Logistics
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Responsible for all U.S. and Global Logistic operational functions for Los Angeles.
- Led all departmental teams and held P&L responsibility including top line growth, profitability, and gross profit margin.
- Cultivated in-depth Air, Ocean, Ground, LTL, and Time-Sensitive carrier relationships.
- Managed vendors, global procurement, and an extensive agent network.
- Supported inter-company relations with over 100 RGL locations throughout the U.S. and Asia-Pacific.
- I was recruited to the position for my comprehensive expertise in both international and domestic freight forwarding.
- Grew revenue by $5 million, year-over-year.
- Led, mentored, and developed teams of up to 90+ employees in 3 locations.
- Directed Sales Management of a team of 8 professionals.
- Fostered strong relationships throughout all facets of business operations.
- Oversaw daily operations of multiple locations within the district, ensuring consistent standards in service delivery.
Western Region General Manager
OIA Global
01.2013 - 01.2017
- Responsible for all Global & U.S. Logistic operational functions for Los Angeles.
- Held P&L responsibility for top line growth, profitability, and gross profit margin.
- Directed teams of 40+ in Sales, Operations, Import, Export, Warehousing, and Accounting.
- Managed relationships for air, ocean, ground, LTL, vendors, global procurement and agents.
- Developed outstanding customer relationships.
- Ensured employee development and retention.
- Profitably led LAX Branch P&L with more than $45 million in annual revenue.
- Led, mentored, and developed teams of over 40 employees.
- Directed Sales Management for a team of 8 professionals.
- Passed audits and achieved TSA Indirect Air Carrier (IAC) certification.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
Southwest Region General Manager
Aramex International
Los Angeles, California
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Responsible for the overall Global and U.S. Operations for the Southwest Region.
- Led a team and held P&L and growth responsibility.
- Maximized my existing, deep air carrier relationships.
- Managed vendors and a team of agents.
- Grew and greatly enhanced customer relationships.
- Profitably led P&L on a significant part of Aramex's $25 million in North American revenue.
- Led, mentored, and developed a team of 20+ employees.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
Co-Founder / COO
PMT Logistics, LLC
01.2007 - 01.2011
- Company Overview: Startup full-service transportation and logistics company. Authorized IAC, Freight Broker, and Freight Forwarder.
- Established Services - International and Domestic Air, LTL, Trucking, Rail and Supply Chain.
- Grew the company from startup to $2.5 million in 1 year, then to $8 million in revenue by year 3.
- Won such clients as $2.6 billion-Forever 21, $52 billion-Toyota, $500 million-American Apparel, and $470 million-Targus.
- Set up and maintained an agent network which covered all 50 U.S. States.
- Passed audits and achieved TSA Indirect Air Carrier (IAC) certification.
Corporate Director of Operations
Target Logistics
Los Angeles, California
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Company Overview: Provider of U.S. and international freight forwarding and logistics services. Had 36 nationwide offices & agents in 70+ countries.
- Responsible for all operations covering 36 company and agency-owned terminals across the U.S.
- Achieved over $100 million in annual sales through national accounts.
- Directly led, mentored, and developed up to 300 employees and impacted up to 1200 employees, nationwide.
- Led back-office functions, including Accounting, for all 36 terminals.
- Extensively traveled throughout the U.S. in support of the business.
- Provider of U.S. and international freight forwarding and logistics services.
General Manager - Los Angeles
Exel North America (now DHL)
01.2000 - 01.2005
- Advanced rapidly from Inbound Gateway Manager to General Manager.
- Profitably directed P&L on $30 million in annual revenue for the ~$500 million North American Division.
- Led, mentored, and developed a team of 90+ employees.
- Directed a Sales Team of 7 and grew sales year-over-year for 5 years.
- Oversaw international inbound tracking, break bulk, brokerage, and on-forwarding to all 50 US States.
Skills
- Global logistics management
- Financial performance management
- Sales strategy development
- Freight forwarding expertise
- Multimodal logistics coordination
- Team leadership
- Vendor relationship management
- Warehouse management
- Cost optimization
- Project management expertise
- TSA compliance expertise
- Microsoft Office
- Cargowise
Timeline
Director of North American Logistics
HS Global Logistics, Inc.
01.2022 - 07.2025
District General Manager
Radiant Global Logistics
01.2017 - 01.2020
Western Region General Manager
OIA Global
01.2013 - 01.2017
Southwest Region General Manager
Aramex International
01.2011 - 01.2013
Co-Founder / COO
PMT Logistics, LLC
01.2007 - 01.2011
Corporate Director of Operations
Target Logistics
01.2005 - 01.2007
General Manager - Los Angeles
Exel North America (now DHL)
01.2000 - 01.2005
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