Joshua A. Bruce
Magnolia,USA
Summary
Bringing extensive 30 years combined experience in logistics and supply chain management, with a strong focus on optimizing operations and enhancing client relationships. Expertise in strategic planning, negotiation, and project management drives measurable results and efficiencies.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager – Intermodal Logistics
Crane Worldwide / Crane Freight Services
Houston, TX
05.2022 - Current
- Defined intermodal logistics department scope and developed sourcing strategies and contract rates.
- Streamlined intermodal logistics for imports/exports by linking port and inland tenders to enhance transport efficiency.
- Enhanced RFQ/RFP bidding mechanisms to maximize profitability.
- Analyzed market trends for lanes and projects, aligning expectations with planning strategies.
- Cultivated lasting client relationships by resolving issues effectively and maintaining open communication.
- Managed daily operations to ensure efficient workflows and service delivery.
- Supported senior leadership by generating daily reports that informed corrective actions.
- Produced SOPs to document procedures and standardize workplace productivity.
Supply Chain Analyst / Transportation Analyst
Caterpillar
Victoria, TX
03.2018 - 05.2022
- Optimized material movement to align with production demand fluctuations.
- Collaborated with suppliers to enhance output and establish joint objectives.
- Aligned transportation requirements to reduce costs and boost efficiency.
- Monitored overdue and critical parts, reporting issues to ensure timely resolution.
- Formulated strategies to address supply challenges effectively.
- Acted as liaison to resolve quality issues, engineering changes, and delays promptly.
- Maintained inventory accuracy and ensured fluid receiving processes.
- Analyzed supply chain data to identify trends and improve operational processes.
Domestic Logistics Manager
Team Worldwide
Houston, TX
03.2011 - 03.2018
- Oversaw daily logistics operations to guarantee on-time delivery of goods.
- Streamlined service execution and client account management to enhance overall performance.
- Negotiated favorable rates, developing vendor relationships to enhance market position.
- Implemented regulatory compliance measures for TSA, IATA, and DOT standards.
- Developed staff training programs to improve efficiencies and ensure quality results.
- Created and enforced policies for the logistics team to maintain operational excellence.
- Analyzed data trends in customer demand to adjust supply chain strategies effectively.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to reinforce key objectives and targets.
Procurement Supply Chain Mgmt Lead
AirSwift / British Petroleum
Houston , TX
06.2010 - 03.2011
- Spearheaded development and planning of contingency responses for severe weather evacuation scenarios, ensuring operational continuity and safety of personnel and wildlife.
- Acted as a liaison among vendors, accounts payable, and auditors to resolve invoicing issues.
- Coordinated response efforts during Deepwater Horizon oil spill, collaborating with teams to mitigate environmental impacts.
Domestic Operations Manager
Airgroup dba Radiant Logistics
Houston, TX
02.2007 - 06.2010
- Performed key operational tasks at Team Worldwide to ensure smooth domestic operations.
- Streamlined daily operations for logistics and transportation processes.
- Managed team schedules to optimize workforce efficiency and productivity.
- Coordinated cross-departmental communication for seamless project execution.
Shipping / Logistic Manager
Excalibur Exhibits
01.2005 - 02.2007
- Managed transportation and materials for 700 global exhibition projects annually.
- Consolidated and scheduled shipments, optimizing logistics processes to achieve cost efficiency.
- Negotiated competitive transportation rates while remaining informed on pricing trends.
- Developed inventory control and warehouse management strategies for local and overseas facilities, enhancing operational effectiveness.
- Mobilized staff resources to meet project deadlines in dynamic environments.
- Oversaw material processing for integration into client inventories or direct delivery to show sites.
- Collaborated with clients to address and resolve transportation objectives and issues, ensuring seamless project execution.
- Ensured compliance with regulations, industry standards, and company policies.
Education
High School -
Jersey Village High School
Houston, TX01-1995
Some College (No Degree) - United Pilot Program
San Jacinto College
Pasadena, TXSkills
- Supply chain management
- Inventory and logistics management
- Process compliance
- Project oversight
- Market forecasting
- Financial analysis
- Sales and account management
- Negotiation skills
- Proficient in SAP
- Risk management
- Staff training and team building
- Business strategy
Qualifications Summary
I offer 30 years of experience in logistics/supply chain management in high visibility impact roles capturing a multitude of successes and accomplishments. I managed departments of varying scales and capacities acquiring a diverse skill set on the supply side as well as freight forwarding side of logistics management. I look forward to the challenge of acquiring further successes and driving objectives and results.
Timeline
Operations Manager – Intermodal Logistics
Crane Worldwide / Crane Freight Services
05.2022 - Current
Supply Chain Analyst / Transportation Analyst
Caterpillar
03.2018 - 05.2022
Domestic Logistics Manager
Team Worldwide
03.2011 - 03.2018
Procurement Supply Chain Mgmt Lead
AirSwift / British Petroleum
06.2010 - 03.2011
Domestic Operations Manager
Airgroup dba Radiant Logistics
02.2007 - 06.2010
Shipping / Logistic Manager
Excalibur Exhibits
01.2005 - 02.2007
High School -
Jersey Village High School
Some College (No Degree) - United Pilot Program
San Jacinto College