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Experienced Senior Director of Distribution with a history of success working in the retail industry. Skilled in Operations Management, E-commerce, Business Process Improvement, Supply Chain Management, Logistics Management, Transportation, and Leadership.I’m a highly motivated individual with tremendous positive energy. Some of my passions include connecting with people, building genuine relationships, and working together to achieve and most times exceed mutual goals.During my years of service in the military as a Navy Supply Officer, I repeatedly sought after the most challenging assignments (including a tour aboard a Nuclear Submarine) and was consistently ranked above my peers. Since leaving the military, I’ve built a career in civilian Supply Chain as a senior leader in distribution at two Fortune 500 retailers. I've continued to seek the assignments of increasing scope and responsibility and turned my passion and attention towards building and leading teams that produce winning results and leaders that grow and thrive in any environment.I’m fond of a quote from the great coach John Wooden: “Make each day your masterpiece.” Whether it’s learning something new, being there for someone, or accomplishing a goal professionally, each day is a new opportunity for me to make a difference. My core competencies include:* Assessing talent and building high-performing teams* Leadership Development – helping bring out the best in people* Change Management* Innovation – looking for new and better ways to serve the customer* Competitive – able to drive results through healthy competition* Communication – able to easily connect at all levels of an organization* P&L Oversight* Strategic Planning* Relationship Building* NegotiationI’m passionate about my family, curious about learning new things, and enjoy exercise and travel. On my days off, you can find me hiking to a summit, golfing, reading, or just enjoying family and friends.

Listed skills include Logistics, Leadership, Inventory Management, Transportation, and 11 others.