Experienced Head of Logistics adept at overseeing the seamless movement, distribution, and storage of materials within organizational frameworks. Specializing in managing inbound materials, outbound products, and ensuring timely customer deliveries. Skilled in directing comprehensive warehouse operations including inventory control, material handling, customer service, transportation logistics, and team leadership.• Leadership and Team Management: Directing logistics teams to achieve operational goals and quotas effectively.• Optimize Delivery Operations: Strategizing and implementing cost-effective delivery strategies, managing driver interactions, and overseeing logistics operations.• Vendor Management: Collaborating with the Purchasing Department to develop and negotiate advantageous freight carrier rates, optimizing transportation costs.• Customer Engagement: Cultivating and maintaining strong relationships with existing and potential customers through proactive communication and service excellence.• Shipment Oversight: Monitoring shipments in transit, ensuring timely and accurate deliveries through continuous coordination with customers and carriers.• ERP System Maintenance: Ensuring accuracy and efficiency in inventory management by maintaining robust ERP system records.

• Orchestrated optimal inventory and purchasing strategies, ensuring seamless material availability.• Facilitated communication between plant and Corporate Purchasing for streamlined procurement processes.• Led special projects focusing on new ingredients and processes, fostering innovation and efficiency.• Collaborated cross-functionally to ensure site efficiency, encompassing safety, quality, and operations.• Aligned closely with schedulers to meet production demands through effective material planning.• Managed vendor relations, resolving issues promptly to maintain uninterrupted supply chain flow.• Spearheaded continuous improvement initiatives in collaboration with production and quality teams.

• Developed and executed strategic logistics plans, optimizing warehouse and transportation operations.• Directed full order cycle, ensuring timely delivery and cost-effective inventory management.• Negotiated with suppliers and retailers to enhance supply chain efficiency and reduce costs.• Analyzed data to evaluate performance and implemented improvements to meet targets.• Supervised warehouse staff, providing coaching and training to enhance productivity and accuracy.

• Oversaw end-to-end supply chain operations, reporting directly to the VP of Operations.• Optimized stock levels, delivery times, and transport costs to improve operational efficiency.• Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements and ISO/TS16949 standards.• Provided leadership and supervision to material and production planning teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

• Managed material planning functions, ensuring material availability and inventory accuracy.• Coordinated with cross-functional teams to meet facility objectives and customer needs.• Developed and maintained supplier relationships, optimizing cost, quality, and delivery.• Led staff development initiatives, focusing on analytical thinking and team building.

• Optimized inventory turnover, reduced waste, and improved customer service.• Forecasted demand and ensured material availability.• Enhanced operational efficiency through streamlined processes.• Managed supplier relationships, contracts, and quality assurance.• Implemented innovative warehousing strategies.• Coordinated production transitions and supplier assessments.• Collaborated cross-functionally and facilitated customer discussions.• Improved resource allocation and negotiated cost-effective agreements.