WHO I AM:►Proven Distribution & Operations leader, change agent, and value generator. During my career I've led high-performing – and profitable – distribution and logistics operations on behalf of Fortune 500 and privately held companies.►Leader of distribution transformations that strengthened KPI performance and delivered millions of dollars in CAPEX and OPEX efficiencies.►Championed distribution center turnarounds, systems implementations, distribution network redesigns, inventory management improvements, and post-merger operations integrations.►Strong leadership abilities, business acumen, problem solving & conflict management skills. Effective in personnel management, with the ability to develop and nurture talent into proven leaders. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the proven ability to maximize bottom-line performance in warehousing and logistics. STRATEGIC COMPETENCIES:►Distribution Leadership • Budgeting & Forecasts • DC Automation • P&L Ownership • KPI Scorecard Management • Warehousing • Inventory Management • 3PL Management • Transportation/DOT/Fleet • Systems Implementation • Lean Process Improvement • Multiple WMS/TMS/LMS • Occupational Safety • Food Safety • CAPEX/OPEX Management • Leadership Development • Power BI • Warehouse Technology (Voice/Slotting/Robotics) • Collective Bargaining • MS OfficeHOW TO REACH ME:►I can be contacted via LinkedIn or at mclaughct@protonmail.com.