Patrick Lanzing
Albuquerque,NM
Summary
Results-driven supply chain manager specializing in cost reduction, compliance auditing, and inventory optimization. Demonstrated success in streamlining processes and improving team performance. Expertise in implementing strategies that enhance operational efficiency and drive measurable results.
Overview
50
50
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal
The Lanzing Group, LLC
Albuquerque, NM
02.2014 - Current
- Worked with manufacturing and distribution clients to streamline supply chains and cut costs.
- Trained client's staff at all levels to more effectively manage the flow of parts and materials to manufacturing sites, and finished goods to customers.
- Established for clients systems for the audit and payment of international and domestic transportation bills.
Senior Director, World Trade and Logistics
Logitech
Newark, California
01.2003 - 10.2013
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring deadlines were met.
- Managed budget allocation for multiple ongoing projects.
- Coordinated with stakeholders across multiple departments to develop innovative strategies for problem solving.
- Developed and implemented with worldwide staff operational policies to improve efficiency.
- Responsible for global warehousing, material handling, transportation, travel and administration of import and export operations.
Director, Worldwide Logistics
3com
Rolling Meadows, Illinois
03.1997 - 12.2002
- Organized global staff and policies for management of all functions to facilitate supply chain operations and efficiency at all global locations for this leader in business networking solutions.
Director, Global Logistics
US Robotics, Maxtor, Conner Peripherals, Seagate
, CA, CO, IL
09.1980 - 11.2002
- Recruited, trained, supervised, evaluated and mentored staff members.
- Directed the organization's daily operations, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Developed policies and procedures to ensure compliance with corporate standards.
- Collaborated with senior leadership to set long-term objectives for the companies.
Manager, Trade and Logistics
ComputerLand Corporation
San Leandro, California
04.1976 - 10.1980
- Coordinated warehousing, shipping, receiving, import, and export operations for global leader in personal computer retailing.
- Managed supply and returns operations for over 800 franchise locations.
- Hired, trained, and supervised global staff of 380.
Education
Journalism and Mass Communication
Marquette University
Milwaukee, WISkills
- Supply chain management
- Transportation logistics
- Inventory optimization
- Cost reduction strategies
- Regulatory compliance
- Program management
- Strategic planning
- Operational efficiency
- Team leadership
- Staff training
- Effective communication
Timeline
Principal
The Lanzing Group, LLC
02.2014 - Current
Senior Director, World Trade and Logistics
Logitech
01.2003 - 10.2013
Director, Worldwide Logistics
3com
03.1997 - 12.2002
Director, Global Logistics
US Robotics, Maxtor, Conner Peripherals, Seagate
09.1980 - 11.2002
Manager, Trade and Logistics
ComputerLand Corporation
04.1976 - 10.1980
Journalism and Mass Communication
Marquette University