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MICHAEL LABARRE

220 Burbank RD,MA

Summary

Over 30 years' experience in Transportation, 3PL Warehousing & Logistics. 20 years servicing major automotive supply requirements. Experience in Freight Negotiations and Auditing, saving several million dollars. Experienced with JIT shipping to all the Major Automotive Companies, Subaru, Toyota, Honda, GM, Ford. Maintained 100 % on time shipment and quality. Received several awards year after year. Trained and motivated Direct and Indirect employees to maximize output and production. Many cost savings ideas implemented saving over 200K yearly.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Logistics Materials Supervisor

Tsubaki LLC
02.2006 - 01.2023
    • Supervised and directed [35] material control employees across multiple work teams in fast paced JIT shipping and receiving departments for multiple operations
    • Maintained positive relationships with representatives of UPS, FedEx, Truckload and LTL shipping companies. Import and Export forwarders Vessel and Air Freight.
    • Coordinated outbound and inbound shipping operations to meet rapidly evolving supply chain demands.
    • Divided and categorized cargo received and redirected shipments in response to customer requests and supply chain disruptions.
    • Managed shipping operations for several company locations.
    • Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic

Distribution Operations Manager

Azuregreen/Abyss
08.1999 - 08.2005
    • Negotiated UPS and FedEx rates and secured USPS shipping certification and pickup authorization.
    • Recruited, hired and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
    • Responsible for all IT functions and 25 workstations
    • Increased online sales by $800,000 in 1 year through directed SEO functions and web page creation.
    • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently
    • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service

Logistics Materials Supervisor

Tsubaki LLC
08.1997 - 08.1999
    • Verified shipment details and progress according to schedules to maximize production success.
    • Divided and categorized cargo received and redirected shipments in response to customer requests.
    • Maintained optimal inventory levels to meet customer demands.
    • Set up local, domestic and international shipments according to shipper and foreign regulations.
    • Oversaw and motivated team of [20] employees in warehouse to increase efficiency by 100%.
    • Trained new staff on job duties, company policies and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
    • Conducted inventory audits with 100% accuracy following company procedures.
    • Performed freight processing functions, assisting associates with irregularities in Customer freight.
    • Led warehouse improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies and increase revenue.
    • Maintained established levels of goods based on sales forecasts and demand to fulfill orders on time. Achieved 100% on time delivery to major automotive customers.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Computer Programming, System Analysis And Design

Holyoke Community College
Holyoke, MA

Some College (No Degree) - Transportation Management, Freight Negotiation & Auditing, Claims Filing

Western New England College
Springfield, MA

Skills

  • Inventory management
  • Shipment accuracy verification
  • Operational support
  • Employee onboarding and training
  • Warehouse operations management
  • Expense reduction techniques
  • Proficient in handling multiple tasks
  • Workforce management
  • Manufacturing coordination
  • Logistics management
  • Logistics coordination
  • Experienced with Microsoft Office applications
  • Data governance expertise
  • Safety management
  • Global shipping management
  • Customs management skills

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of 35 staff members.
  • Achieved Inventory Integrity through effectively periodic auditing and cycle counts on high usage items.
  • Achieved Several Millions of Dollars Cost savings by Freight Auditing and rate negotiation with carriers,.
  • Maintained 100% on time delivery to all major clients.

Timeline

Logistics Materials Supervisor

Tsubaki LLC
02.2006 - 01.2023

Distribution Operations Manager

Azuregreen/Abyss
08.1999 - 08.2005

Logistics Materials Supervisor

Tsubaki LLC
08.1997 - 08.1999

Some College (No Degree) - Computer Programming, System Analysis And Design

Holyoke Community College

Some College (No Degree) - Transportation Management, Freight Negotiation & Auditing, Claims Filing

Western New England College

ADDITIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE

  • R M SULLIVAN : NIGHT OPERATIONS MANAGE , MANAGED 45 UNION EMPLOYEES FOR LTL AND TRUCKLOAD OPERATION
  • CT PRINTERS : TRANSPORTATION MANAGER MANAGED 35 EMPLOYEES AND SHIPPING AND WAREHOUSE OPERATIONS
  • Military Service - US ARMY RESERVES 1969-1975 MEDICAL EVACUATION SGT.

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