- Strong reputation for supply chain management and collaborative supplier alliances- Superior strategic planning and analytical problem solving based on first hand experience- Demonstrated success in achieving cost reductions while creating high customer satisfaction levels- Proven track record in facility planning, process change, project lead, and lean operations management- Team builder noted for effectiveness in employee relations, mentoring, training, and communication skills- Advisor to the Supply Chain industrySpecialties: Management of distribution center and transportation operations, employee development and labor negotiations, physical system and material handling design, and project managment, cost reduction, lean supply chain and operations analysis, vendor collaboration, information system integration, expert witness testimony, and mergers of acquired operations. Business channels have included retail, wholesale, manufacturing, distribution, transportation, consumer direct delivery, franchising and third party logistics.