Chicago, IL, US
Summary
Led all facets of global logistics and distribution for a $5B international manufacturing and retail enterprise, overseeing a network of 15+ distribution centers and a team of 1,200+ professionals.
Highlights
Drove a 22% reduction in global transportation costs ($35M annually) by optimizing carrier contracts and implementing advanced route optimization software across North America, EMEA, and APAC.
Spearheaded the digital transformation of warehouse operations, integrating AI-powered inventory management and automation, resulting in a 15% increase in fulfillment accuracy and a 10% improvement in labor efficiency.
Developed and executed a comprehensive supply chain resilience strategy that mitigated risks from geopolitical disruptions, ensuring 99.5% on-time delivery rates during periods of high volatility.
Cultivated a high-performance culture, mentoring and developing a leadership pipeline that led to a 30% internal promotion rate for senior management roles within the logistics division.
Managed a capital expenditure budget of $50M+ for infrastructure upgrades and technology investments, delivering projects 10% under budget and 5% ahead of schedule.