JOSH WAGNER
MONTGOMERY,US
Summary
Global Logistics Manager with over 25 years of experience in logistics and procurement, specializing in performance management and strategic planning. Demonstrates expertise in optimizing processes, enhancing client satisfaction, and reducing operational costs through effective communication and cross-functional teamwork. Committed to leveraging extensive experience to drive informed decision-making and achieve measurable efficiency gains in logistics operations.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Consultant
Wagner5Logistics Group
11.2024 - Current
- Developed logistics strategies, boosting efficiency and client satisfaction.
- Implemented solutions enhancing retention and operational cost reduction.
- Analyzed data to identify trends, supporting informed decisions.
- Resolved logistical challenges, ensuring seamless supply chain operations.
- Supported initiatives improving delivery accuracy and efficiency.
- Pioneered cutting-edge logistics strategies, revolutionizing supply chain efficiency and drastically enhancing client satisfaction levels.
GLOBAL LOGISTICS MANAGER/PROCUREMENT MANAGER
Startplast LLC
11.2022 - 11.2024
- Led logistics and procurement teams, enhancing productivity and workflow efficiency.
- Implemented cost-effective strategies, reducing expenditures while maintaining quality.
- Built strong vendor relationships, securing favorable terms and optimal pricing.
- Conducted risk assessments, ensuring informed business decisions and contract compliance.
- Optimized procurement processes, reducing average purchasing cycle times and exceeding benchmarked order management metrics through cross-functional team leadership.
- Managed diverse logistics and procurement teams, implementing stock optimization strategies that minimized product loss and improved operational efficiency.
- Analyzed market trends and delivery systems to forecast material availability, performing risk assessments on potential contracts to guide strategic decisions.
- Cultivated long-term vendor relationships, negotiating optimal pricing and payment terms while ensuring supplier compliance with contractual agreements.
- Streamlined procurement processes, reducing cycle times and surpassing order management benchmarks through strategic team leadership.
- Implemented cost-saving strategies in logistics operations, significantly reducing expenditures while maintaining high-quality standards.
NORTH AMERICAN LOGISTICS MANAGER
Solmax/GSE USA
08.2016 - 09.2021
- Negotiated carrier contracts to optimize transport costs, enhancing budget management.
- Led logistics projects, improving operational efficiency and team collaboration.
- Implemented safety programs, ensuring compliance and reducing incidents.
- Resolved shipping issues, maintaining customer satisfaction and service reliability.
- Managed $20M freight budget, achieving cost-effectiveness and strategic planning.
- Restructured warehouse operations, enhancing employee productivity. Implemented safety programs and developed standard operating procedures for efficient product handling.
- Analyzed corporate logistics to determine cost-effective transport methods. Created reports tracking shipment progress, delivery times, and associated costs.
- Led cross-functional projects supporting logistics efforts. Managed high-performance team of 20 workers, improving internal freight quality and safety.
- Led cross-functional projects and managed high-performance team, elevating internal freight quality and fostering a culture of safety.
SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER
DL Flange
01.2015 - 06.2016
- Oversaw import/export logistics, optimizing warehouse operations and employee efficiency.
- Led a team of 6, improving on-time delivery and reducing non-conformance incidents.
- Managed warehouse budget effectively, controlling costs and enhancing resource allocation.
- Conducted regular cycle counts, ensuring inventory accuracy and operational reliability.
- Negotiated rates with vendors, achieving cost savings and strengthening partnerships.
- Streamlined import/export operations, managed warehouse team, and optimized KPIs for on-time delivery and non-conformance, enhancing overall supply chain efficiency.
- Implemented 5S methodology in warehouse, negotiated rates with vendors, and utilized Free Trade Zones to reduce import taxes, driving cost savings and operational improvements.
KEY ACCOUNT MANAGER
Gulf Agency Company
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Managed daily operations for GAC's largest global account, enhancing customer relations.
- Negotiated freight rates, securing 90% of customer business and improving department efficiency.
- Supervised a team of 10, overseeing budgeting and vendor vetting, leading to streamlined processes.
- Led monthly governance meetings, providing account updates and strategic insights to clients.
- Developed Excel tools, optimizing file processing and contributing to measurable operational improvements.
- Revolutionized customer service approach as key contact, negotiating rates for oversized freight and vetting new vendors to enhance service quality and expand options.
- Meticulously managed AP/AR for the department, ensuring financial accuracy. Updated customer rates across multiple transportation modes, significantly improving business retention.
LOGISTICS COORDINATOR
Solmax/GSE Environmental LLC
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Supervised two brokers, optimizing logistics operations and project quoting.
- Managed yard operations, ensuring smooth inbound and outbound processes.
- Optimized shipping logistics, maximizing load efficiency and overseeing yard operations. Managed AP/AR for shipping department, ensuring financial accuracy.
- Led domestic shipping negotiations and supervised in-house trucking brokers. Streamlined processes, resulting in improved operational efficiency.
- Orchestrated complex logistics operations, optimizing shipping processes and managing financial aspects for enhanced operational efficiency.
PRICING SPECIALIST
Jarvis/Crowley International
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Negotiated competitive air and ocean freight rates, enhancing cost efficiency and compliance.
- Managed oversized and hazardous material quotes, ensuring adherence to Incoterms 2010 and HAZMAT.
- Developed customer base by effectively selling air/ocean rates, expanding local and international reach.
- Spearheaded implementation of Cargo Wise system, leading training initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and streamline logistics processes.
- Expertly handled aircraft charter planning for oversized cargo, developing optimal routes and solutions for challenging logistical requirements.
AIR EXPORT SUPERVISOR
Aries Freight
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Ensured export compliance by accurately filing EEIs, enhancing operational reliability.
- Delivered timely updates on international freight, improving customer satisfaction.
- Conducted logistics project analysis, optimizing resource allocation and execution plans.
- Optimized supply chain for key accounts, negotiating rates that led to 23% profit increase. Managed export compliance and provided real-time updates on global shipments.
AIR EXPORT COORDINATOR
Crane Worldwide
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Managed overseas shipments, enhancing transit communication for account base.
- Prepared export documents, boosting air shipment efficiency.
- Streamlined overseas shipment processes, boosting productivity from 15 to 23 top drives monthly. Led in-house project at Tesco Top Drives, optimizing warehouse operations.
- Meticulously prepared export documentation, ensuring compliance with international regulations. Monitored KPIs closely, driving continuous improvement in operational efficiency.
- Pioneered streamlined export documentation procedures, significantly improving air shipment efficiency. Implemented novel transit communication strategies for enhanced account management.
- Conducted in-depth analysis of KPIs, driving continuous operational improvements. Identified and resolved bottlenecks in shipment processes, leading to measurable productivity gains.
OPERATIONS COORDINATOR
Expeditors International
01.2006 - 01.2009
- Oversaw inventory receipt by HTS number, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
- Managed trade compliance, submitting precise documents to U.S. Customs.
- Reviewed service contracts, achieving key performance indicators for accounts.
- Implemented efficient service contract review system, consistently meeting and exceeding key performance indicators for client accounts. Drove operational excellence through data-driven strategies.
LOGISTICS MANAGER
Kellogg Brown and Root
01.2004 - 01.2006
- Managed ammunition transport, acting as Fire Marshal, enhancing project safety.
- Supervised hazardous material team, improving response efficiency and safety.
- Supported logistics for Forward Operating Bases, meeting essential needs.
- Orchestrated military air freight and charter operations, overseeing ammunition transport and hazardous material response team, ensuring safety protocols.
- Streamlined aircraft loading procedures, optimizing cargo space utilization and reducing turnaround times for military and civilian flights.
LOGISTICS SENIOR
Raytheon Polar Services
01.1999 - 01.2002
- Managed complex logistics for military freight and research camps, ensuring timely and secure transport via air and sea. Led safety initiatives, reducing workplace incidents.
- Constructed ULDs for research camps, improving cargo handling precision and timeliness.
- Facilitated ocean vessel container operations, ensuring seamless supply chain execution.
- Contributed to McMurdo Safety Committee, advancing workplace safety standards and protocols.
Education
PARAMEDICS CERT -
Brookhaven College
Farmers Branch, TX01.2004
DIPLOMA - undefined
Fort Collins High School
Fort Collins, CO06.1996
Skills
- Policy execution
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Team leadership & development
- Client relationships
- Integrity and honesty
- MS office
- Analytical thinking
- Project leadership
- Goal setting
- Time management
- Process improvement
Timeline
Consultant
Wagner5Logistics Group
11.2024 - Current
GLOBAL LOGISTICS MANAGER/PROCUREMENT MANAGER
Startplast LLC
11.2022 - 11.2024
NORTH AMERICAN LOGISTICS MANAGER
Solmax/GSE USA
08.2016 - 09.2021
SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER
DL Flange
01.2015 - 06.2016
KEY ACCOUNT MANAGER
Gulf Agency Company
01.2014 - 01.2015
LOGISTICS COORDINATOR
Solmax/GSE Environmental LLC
01.2013 - 01.2014
PRICING SPECIALIST
Jarvis/Crowley International
01.2012 - 01.2013
AIR EXPORT SUPERVISOR
Aries Freight
01.2011 - 01.2012
AIR EXPORT COORDINATOR
Crane Worldwide
01.2009 - 01.2011
OPERATIONS COORDINATOR
Expeditors International
01.2006 - 01.2009
LOGISTICS MANAGER
Kellogg Brown and Root
01.2004 - 01.2006
LOGISTICS SENIOR
Raytheon Polar Services
01.1999 - 01.2002
DIPLOMA - undefined
Fort Collins High School
PARAMEDICS CERT -
Brookhaven College
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