JIM FLANNIGAN
El Segundo,California
Summary
Decisive executive with extensive experience in logistics operations, focusing on P&L management and strategic negotiations. Successfully led teams to enhance supply chain efficiency and foster strong professional relationships, driving organizational growth and profitability.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Logistics Consultant
NEFT Brands
Los Angeles, California
05.2026 - Current
- Developed logistics strategies to enhance operational efficiency for clients.
- Recommended changes in processes and procedures to improve efficiency of global supply chains.
- Negotiated contracts with third party providers to ensure quality services at competitive rates.
- Evaluated vendor performance and negotiated contracts for cost savings.
- Analyzed supply chain processes to identify areas for improvement.
- Provided training and support to staff on logistics best practices.
Director of Operations
Energy Transport Logistics
Los Angeles, USA
10.2025 - 05.2026
- Directed customer service initiatives to promote continuous improvement and enhance profitability.
- Led fleet management and dispatch to support driver performance and ensure compliance.
- Oversaw daily operations to deliver safe and cost-effective transportation services.
Director of North American Logistics
HS Global Logistics, Inc.
Los Angeles, USA
01.2022 - 10.2025
- Directed sales, operations, import, export, warehousing, truck brokerage, and accounting teams to optimize overall performance.
- Drove top-line growth, profitability, and gross profit margin across all operations.
- Developed U.S. logistic operations, enabling efficient Canadian/Mexican transborder services nationwide.
- Managed relationships with airfreight, ground, LTL vendors, global procurement, and agents.
- Cultivated strong customer relationships through timely resolution of inquiries and complaints.
- Ensured employee development and retention of 40+ employees through mentoring and training initiatives.
General Manager
Radiant Global Logistics
Los Angeles, USA
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Led all departmental teams and held P&L responsibility including top line growth, profitability, and gross profit margin.
- Cultivated strategic relationships with air, ocean, truck brokerage, LTL, and time-sensitive carriers to enhance service offerings.
- Managed U.S. and global logistics operations for Los Angeles, ensuring streamlined processes and service delivery.
- Managed 3PL warehousing logistics.
- Led, mentored, and developed teams to strengthen workforce capabilities and improve departmental performance.
General Manager Jan 2020-Jan-2022 (2nd Term)
OIA Global
Los Angeles, USA
01.2013 - 01.2017
- Profitably led LAX Branch P&L with more than $45 million in annual revenue.
- Oversaw P&L to drive top line growth and enhance profitability and gross profit margin.
- Led teams of 40+ across sales, operations, import, export, warehousing, truck brokerage, and accounting.
- Led, mentored, and developed teams of over 40 employees.
- Cultivated relationships with airfreight, ground, LTL, vendors, global procurement, and agents to optimize logistics operations.
- Managed 3PL warehousing and cold storage operations to optimize inventory flow.
- Handled all global and U.S. logistic operational functions for Los Angeles.
Co-Founder / COO
PMT Logistics, LLC
Los Angeles, USA
01.2007 - 01.2013
- Launched full-service transportation and logistics company, achieving IAC, Freight Broker, and Freight Forwarder authorizations.
- Established services for international and domestic air, LTL, trucking, rail, and supply chain, enhancing logistics offerings.
- Managed 3PL warehousing and cold storage operations to support seamless supply chain solutions.
Corporate Director of Operations
Target Logistics
Los Angeles, USA
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Coordinated U.S. and international freight forwarding and logistics services across 36 offices and 70+ countries, enhancing global operational efficiency.
- Oversaw operations for 36 company and agency-owned terminals across U.S., ensuring seamless logistics and service delivery.
- Directed strategic initiatives to enhance operational efficiency at Target Logistics.
- Managed cross-functional teams to streamline logistics processes and improve service delivery.
- Implemented technology solutions to optimize supply chain performance and reduce costs.
General Manager - Los Angeles
Exel North America (now DHL)
Los Angeles, USA
01.2002 - 01.2005
- Promoted from Inbound Gateway Manager to General Manager within a short timeframe.
- Profitably directed P&L on $30 million in annual revenue for the ~$500 million North American Division.
- Directed a Sales Team of 7, achieving consistent year-over-year sales growth for 5 consecutive years.
- Led and developed a high-performing team of 90+ employees, enhancing team capabilities and engagement.
- Oversaw international inbound tracking, break bulk, brokerage, and on-forwarding to all 50 US States.
Skills
- Freight forwarding
- Logistics brokerage
- Logistics optimization
- Strategic logistics planning
- P&L management
- Financial analysis
- Project management
- Regulatory compliance
- Security regulations
- Sales development
- Client management
- Negotiation skills
- Team leadership
- Staff development
- Temperature-controlled logistics
Timeline
Logistics Consultant
NEFT Brands
05.2026 - Current
Director of Operations
Energy Transport Logistics
10.2025 - 05.2026
Director of North American Logistics
HS Global Logistics, Inc.
01.2022 - 10.2025
General Manager
Radiant Global Logistics
01.2017 - 01.2020
General Manager Jan 2020-Jan-2022 (2nd Term)
OIA Global
01.2013 - 01.2017
Co-Founder / COO
PMT Logistics, LLC
01.2007 - 01.2013
Corporate Director of Operations
Target Logistics
01.2005 - 01.2007
General Manager - Los Angeles
Exel North America (now DHL)
01.2002 - 01.2005