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Michael Wallace, CPIM

Hendersonville,TN

Summary

Experienced Global Logistics Manager proficient at monitoring the operational pulse of a multi-site / multi-business unit environment delivering strong consistent results and relevant information to all major internal customers and stakeholders. I have 17 years experience collaborating with 3PL's to deliver business goals for logistics efficiency, cost containment and contract integrity. I have more than 35 years of progressive management experience and repeated success in developing project initiatives, directing project plans and achieving multiple cross-functional project objectives.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience

Work History

Global Logistics Manager

Carrier
2000.04 - 2023.10
  • Established NA distribution network to support multiple Carrier business units.
  • Established best-in-class business logistics policies and practices.
  • Managed all aspects of a 300k sq ft NA Distribution Center supporting multiple Carrier business units.
  • Managed (2) US-MX border cross-dock facilities.
  • Directed and collaborated with site 3PL's for daily execution to meet business objectives.
  • Monitored site operational performance KPI's to insure business and customer objectives were met.
  • Established a lean / continuous improvement culture to advance operational efficiencies, improve customer satisfaction, and drive bottom line results.
  • Managed logistics budgets and forecasts to achieve cost-effective operations.
  • Supplier management included contract negotiations and invoice resolution.
  • Led cross-functional project initiatives impacting distribution operations.
  • Collaborated with all levels / areas of the organization to identify new ideas, solutions, or opportunities to benefit the organization.

Materials Manager

Fanuc Robotics
1985.10 - 2000.03
  • Established and balanced after-market inventory strategy with business objectives while exceeding customer demand.
  • Analyzed historical usage with current market requirements to deliver superior after-market support to customer base.
  • Communicated regularly with primary manufacturing facility in Japan to uphold accountability and insure timely delivery of goods.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Operations Management

Wayne State University
Detroit, MI
05.1983

Skills

  • Cross -Dock Operations
  • Distribution / Warehousing Operations
  • Expense Management
  • Global Trade Operations
  • Inventory Management
  • Late Point Configuration
  • Lean / Continuous Process Improvement
  • Negotiation
  • Project Management
  • Reverse Logistics
  • Safety / Risk Management
  • Transportation
  • WMS / ERP Systems
  • 3PL Collaboration

Timeline

Global Logistics Manager

Carrier
2000.04 - 2023.10

Materials Manager

Fanuc Robotics
1985.10 - 2000.03

Bachelor of Science - Operations Management

Wayne State University
Michael Wallace, CPIM