Hello! Welcome to my LinkedIn page! I am an energetic and driven operationsprofessional with a solid track record of successful start ups and businesstransformations, cost savings, network optimizations. I have built a reputation as aDistribution & Reverse Logistics expert.In my most recent role, I was the Senior Program Manager for the Supply ChainLogistics Solutions Group with Tempur-Sealy International. There, I managed reverselogistics for all brands and oversaw waste management and recycling at 12 RegionalDistribution Centers, 2 Donation Centers and 4 Regional Return Centers. I developedand implemented numerous programs at Tempur-Sealy which resulted in costreductions on average of $10 million per year.In previous roles, I have worked in numerous industries including retail, high tech,Reverse Logistics, liquidation, 3PL and consulting. During my career I have worked inTruck Load, LTL and Parcel environments, Pallet Pick, Case Pick, Pick & Pack for B2Band B2C companies. This has included management of distribution centers of over 1million square feet, and with over 400 associates with operations in multiple states.A special note on Social Media:During my professional career as a SCM Professional and Project Manager, I havebeen an enthusiastic contributor to the growth and education of SCM Professionals inleveraging social media for business.I am the founder of SCNI Supply Chain Network International and several other SocialMedia Communities with a focus on business. Also, as a founding partner of SoMeCon,Social Media Consultants, I am a firm believer that Social Media and other collaborativetools in one form or another will and are having a significant impact for the better in theway that work is done.This is especially true for supply chain management. Today the competition betweencompanies is frequently defined as “my supply chain vs. your supply chain.”To maximize the optimization of your supply chain you have to take a holistic approach.The companies that leverage collaborative tools and increased supply chain visibility towork with their suppliers and customers will be the dominant players.I enjoy communications with other like minded professionals and I am always open todiscussion, the challenge of problem solving and hearing about new opportunities. Youare invited to join my LinkedIn professional network!Specialties: Warehousing,Start-Ups,Project Management,Distribution,Reverse Logistics and refurbishment,Furniture Distribution and Delivery,3PL,Supply Chain Management,