Taylor Soster
Prosper,TX
Summary
Global logistics leader with 15+ years of experience supporting manufacturing, global transportation, and supply chain operations. Proven track record building teams, improving service performance, reducing logistics costs, and leading complex transportation networks across domestic and international markets. Experienced partnering with operations, procurement, and commercial teams to support growth, operational continuity, and customer commitments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Senior Director of Government Services
Perimeter Global Logistics
Dallas, TX
03.2023 - Current
- Built and scaled PGL's Government Services division, creating operational processes, carrier networks, and transportation solutions supporting domestic and international customers.
- Managed transportation providers, freight forwarders, and logistics partners to improve service, responsiveness, and execution reliability.
- Led cross-functional initiatives involving operations, finance, legal, and sales to support growth and operational performance.
- Contributed to more than $40M in awarded contracts through transportation strategy, operational planning, and customer support.
Global Operations Manager
Flexport
Dallas, TX
09.2019 - 01.2023
- Managed global transportation operations for 50+ international customers across manufacturing, aerospace, and technology sectors.
- Led carrier, freight forwarder, and customs broker relationships supporting international supply chains and multimodal transportation networks.
- Negotiated transportation agreements that reduced logistics costs by approximately 15% while improving service performance.
- Implemented shipment visibility and operational reporting tools that improved customer communication and execution performance.
Regional Logistics Manager
Qorvo
Richardson, TX
07.2014 - 10.2019
- Directed transportation operations supporting three manufacturing facilities across domestic and international supply chains.
- Negotiated transportation agreements that generated more than $1.5M in annual cost savings while improving service reliability.
- Managed carrier relationships, transportation planning, and inventory flow to support production schedules and customer demand.
- Partnered with procurement, planning, operations, and quality teams to improve logistics performance and operational continuity.
Logistics Readiness Officer
United States Air Force (Active Duty & Reserve)
Multiple Locations
10.2018 - Current
- Led transportation and logistics organizations supporting global mobility, deployment operations, and supply chain execution.
- Managed operations supporting more than 34,000 passengers and 18,000 tons of cargo across 3,000+ missions.
- Improved operational readiness and reduced logistics backlogs through process improvements and resource planning.
- Directed teams of up to 230 personnel across transportation, cargo, and deployment functions.
Education
MBA - Executive MBA
Quantic School of Business And Technology
02-2023
Bachelor of Science - Core Engineering Curriculum
United States Air Force Academy
05-2011
Skills
- Global Logistics
- Transportation Management
- Carrier Management
- Strategic Sourcing
- Supply Chain Operations
- Manufacturing Logistics
- Transportation Procurement
- Inventory Flow
- Network Optimization
- Logistics Cost Management
- Team Leadership
- S&OP Collaboration
- KPI Reporting
- Continuous Improvement
- Security Clearance
Certification
Defense Acquisition University: Project Management, Performance-Based Logistics, Lean Six Sigma Concepts
Awards
- United States Air Force Commendation Medal (Multiple)
- United States Air Force Achievement Medal
- United States Army Achievement Medal
Timeline
Senior Director of Government Services
Perimeter Global Logistics
03.2023 - Current
Global Operations Manager
Flexport
09.2019 - 01.2023
Logistics Readiness Officer
United States Air Force (Active Duty & Reserve)
10.2018 - Current
Regional Logistics Manager
Qorvo
07.2014 - 10.2019
MBA - Executive MBA
Quantic School of Business And Technology
Bachelor of Science - Core Engineering Curriculum
United States Air Force Academy