Liam Wallis
Conshohocken,PA
Summary
Results-driven logistics leader with 5+ years of experience owning end-to-end distribution network planning and global deployments in complex, regulated environments. Skilled in designing optimized networks, depot siting, demand forecasting, route optimization, and cross-functional coordination to deliver high on-time performance across multiple continents. Proven in monitoring KPIs, resolving bottlenecks, implementing process improvements for scalability, and thriving in ambiguous, high-growth settings. Analytical BBA graduate proficient in SAP and Tableau. Eager to drive final mile logistics for Tesla’s Robotaxi and Optimus programs across North America.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Logistics Planner
Merck Sharp & Dohme
2024 - Current
- Owned end-to-end distribution planning for over 200 clinical trials across ~50 countries and 30 depots in Asia, Europe, South America, and North America, achieving 98% first site ready accuracy and supporting >100 shipments per month from packaging facilities to final trial sites.
- Designed and optimized global distribution networks by selecting primary depots using demand forecasting, historical performance, site locations, and packaging constraints, driving efficiency and scalability across multiple markets.
- Partnered cross-functionally with clinical project managers, regional depots, trade compliance, and logistics teams to forecast demand, resolve bottlenecks in real-time, execute volume deployments, and report depot performance KPIs (on-time delivery, site set-up accuracy, and inventory capacity) to stakeholders.
- Spearheaded temp monitor reduction project, consolidating temperature monitor options from 50 to 20 and reassigning optimized monitors, simplifying workflows, reducing unused inventory, and delivering approximately $5M in savings while maintaining compliance.
Logistics Officer
US Army
2020 - 2024
- Owned end-to-end planning and execution of logistics support for 4 real-world deployments across the Pacific region, optimizing routes and coordinating with cross-functional partners to reduce downtime by 20% and improve delivery timelines.
- Served as Support Operations Officer for a major 3-week exercise involving over 8,000 personnel; forecasted consumption rates for rations, bulk water, ammunition, and mortuary affairs, then dynamically adjusted large-scale distribution plans based on actual usage to ensure uninterrupted support in a complex, ambiguous environment.
- Led distributed teams of 100+ personnel while directing warehousing and distribution operations, achieving 100% compliance on external inspections through proactive risk mitigation and continuous process improvements.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Analytics & Economics
University of Notre Dame
Notre Dame, IN2020
Military Logistics Certification -
US Army Logistics University
Skills
- Distribution Network Design & Optimization Route Planning Depot Siting & Carrier Coordination
- Demand Forecasting & Volume Deployment End-to-End Logistics Management
- Cross-Functional Stakeholder Management KPI Monitoring & Reporting
- Process Improvement & Scalability Risk Mitigation in Warehousing & Distribution
- Technical: SAP (ERP), Tableau (Data Visualization), MS Office Suite
Timeline
Logistics Planner
Merck Sharp & Dohme
2024 - Current
Logistics Officer
US Army
2020 - 2024
Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Analytics & Economics
University of Notre Dame
Military Logistics Certification -
US Army Logistics University