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A Senior Leader in Supply Chain Freight Forwarding and Management, I have over twenty years of experience in progressive leadership positions in international logistics. Delivering deep expertise in building platforms for success, I help companies expand their bottom line and create efficient, productive shipping and logistics strategies.Areas of Expertise include:♦ Business Development & Sales Strategies ♦ Global Team Leadership ♦ P&L / Budgeting ♦ Supply Chain Development & Management ♦ Strategic Business Relationships ♦ International Trade ♦ Negotiations ♦I believe that effective leaders provide clarity in communications and understand that businesses are powered by people. This creates an environment of empowerment — promoting productivity and driving business goals. I have a strong history of building strategic teams that achieve and exceed aggressive revenue goals. I’m proud of my recent achievements with major International NVOCC & Freight Forwarder’s Toll Global Forwarding, Scan-Shipping, FedEx Logistics and now A.N Deringer as well as my previous experiences leading sales strategies and operations in the international shipping marketplace. Beginning with my role as a Squad Leader in the Royal Danish Army and moving through the trajectory of my career, I have built a strong reputation on the ability to tackle problems head-on — developing a depth of industry knowledge and international connections that have driven success through instability in socio/economic/political uncertainty. An analytic, enthusiastic, and collaborative manager, I have proven results in building profitable and scalable logistics products, the expansion of global and national product portfolios, and maximizing profits in steamship line contracts, among other key Supply Chain Management areas.A Senior Leader in Freight Forwarding & Supply Chain Management, I am currently open to new opportunities. I would be happy to start a conversation. Connect with me here, or you can reach me at:✉ hejlesen.michael@gmail.com
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Vp Client SolutionsSeaclear Apr 2022 - Present
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Vice President International OperationsInxeption Apr 2023 - Jul 2023
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Corporate Svp - Shipping & LogisticsWns Jul 2022 - Mar 2023New York, Us -
Director Of TransportationA.N. Deringer, Inc. Nov 2019 - Mar 2022Saint Albans, Vermont, Us -
Head Of Global Ocean Lcl - ♦ Business Development & Sales Strategies ♦ Global Team LeadershipFedex Trade Networks Transport And Brokerage Sep 2017 - Sep 2019 -
Head Of Ocean Lcl North America ► Supply Chain Management | Logistics | Business DevelopmentToll Global Forwarding May 2014 - Sep 2016Melbourne, Vic, AuToll Global Forwarding provides a comprehensive suite of international freight forwarding and advanced supply chain management services, ranging from complex supply chain solutions through port-to-door freight forwarding movements. The company is comprised of a worldwide network of more than 120 offices in 30 countries throughout Asia, Europe, North America, Africa, Australia, New Zealand and the Middle East with 45,000 employees and ~$8B annual sales. ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬in 2014, I joined the Senior Management team at Toll Global Forwarding and led supply chain management and business development for LCL ocean product for North America. With a volume of app. 65,000 cubic meters of cargo per year, I managed a P&L with gross revenue of $50M. Comprehensive responsibilities include the setting and execution of product strategy, North America vendor negotiations, SOP development, sales team management, and go-to-market planning, A major initiative during my tenure with the company was the building of Toll Global Forwarding’s ocean procurement platform in the Miami office. This initiative included end-to-end management, including the delivery of the necessary steamship lines, truckers, and agents in LATAM. This was completed in 60 days. Key Achievements:♦ Managed LCL product from minimal production to highest grossing product (%) ⇨ growing LCL from $250K/year to $5.5M/year♦ Provided strategic solutions for freight operations ⇨ increased shipment volume by 12% in 10 months♦ Led contract negotiations with multiple business partners ⇨ resulting in a 10% decrease of carrier expenses ♦ Personally selected by senior executives to lead development of ocean procurement for LATAM -
General Manager – Western District ► Freight Forwarder | Supply Chain And Product ManagementScan Shipping Aug 2010 - Jan 2014Copenhagen, Capital Region Of Denmark, DkScan-Shipping, Inc. is an international freight forwarder offering logistics / supply solutions. The company is a part of Scan-Group with more than 145 offices and 2,700 employees worldwide.▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Joining the management team at Scan Shipping, I directed all company activities in the Western Region. Bringing extensive experience and proven results, I developed and executed operational and sales strategies — launching activities in the region and delivering profitability within 6 months.Overseeing the development of SCM operations for both domestic and international clients, I built and strengthened strategic relationships with multiple business partners including fulfillment companies, steamship lines and agents. As part of my fiscal responsibilities, I was responsible for the full P&L for the Western Region, which totaled approximately $3M in annual sales.In addition, I developed performance plans, trained, and mentored a team of 8 direct reports, streamlining processes and expanding sales and production staff.Key Achievements:♦ Developed and executed the trade lane strategy for US – Australia/New Zealand⇨ resulting in annual sales of $500,000♦ Assisted in the building of a virtual product for local business engagement ⇨ producing annuals sales of $350,000♦ Managed business operations and sales strategies ⇨ achieved revenue targets six months ahead of forecasted budget and grew regional revenue by 35% ♦ Optimized SMC operations and implemented new SOPs ⇨ increased cost efficiencies and saved clients in excess of 18% -
Ocean Export Manager ► Operations | Supply Chain Management | Revenue Growth | Product DevelopmentShipco Transport Jun 2005 - Jun 2010Hoboken, Nj, UsShipco Transport Inc. is a global NVOCC servicing small to large freight forwarders offering Air Freight, LCL and FCL Ocean Freight services. Shipco is uniquely positioned as a 'one-stop' provider of worldwide transportation solutions.▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Leading business operations as Ocean Export Manager, I directed the development and day-to-day activities of the Full container export and project cargo product. In this role, I managed 23 indirect and 2 direct reports, overseeing complete P&L for FCL department, and yielding annual sales of ~$25M. The scope of my duties included the negotiation of carrier contracts for the west coast, and recruiting, training and developing a team of 23 specialists. In correlation with my financial responsibilities, I managed the department’s annual budget, totaling ~$2.5M (EBITA). Key Achievements:♦ Managed and grew FCL department ⇨ yielding a record year for the company by increasing profits 420%♦ Negotiated multiple carrier contracts ⇨ resulting in a volume increase of 280% ♦ Hired, trained and led a 23-person team ⇨ delivering a record year in revenue, volume & service -
Export Ocean Supervisor ► Operations Management | Negotiations | United States | Product ManagementLeman Usa Inc. Nov 2004 - May 2005Leman USA Inc. is an international freight forwarder helping customers all over the world with their transport and logistics needs. The company is Member of Danske Speditører (Danish Association of Freight Forwarders), Nordic Association of Freight Forwarders, IATA and FIATA.▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬As an Export Ocean Supervisor with Leman, I managed day-to-day ocean export operations for West Coast and Mid-West clients, propelling efficiencies in freight strategies and controlling costs to boost the company’s overall revenue goals.Key Achievements:♦ Successfully managed the Export Ocean Department ⇨ reduced department overhead by 40%♦ Re-negotiated Ocean Carrier contracts ⇨ increasing revenue by 15%♦ Implemented Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for freight clients ⇨ reducing the loss of profit per account by 15%
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Branch Manager ►Sales Strategy | Team Leadership | Negotiations | Product Management & DevelopmentShipco Transport Apr 2004 - Oct 2004Hoboken, Nj, UsPromoted to the position of Branch Manager, I relocated to Indonesia to develop and execute Shipco’s Intra-Asia, Asia-US and Asia-EU sales strategy. Here, I led a team of 4 direct reports and 40 indirect reports, and was accountable for profit and loss for this branch.Key Achievements:♦ Implemented strategic Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) ⇨ increased loading capacity by 30%♦ Directly trained large sales force team ⇨ increased sales by 20%♦ Negotiated three carrier contracts for FAK ⇨ leading to two new weekly trade lanes
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Ocean Export Clerk – Lcl Fcl Export Customer Service ► Central/South America | Asia | EuropeShipco Transport Sep 2002 - Mar 2004Hoboken, Nj, UsOriginally joining Shipco Transport as an Ocean Export Clerk – LCL FCL Export Customer Service, I was responsible for extensive export FCL documentation for clients shipping to Central/South America, Asia and Europe, and negotiated domestic and international LCL/FCL rates and contracts in alignment with the freight goals of the company.In a cross-functional capacity, I partnered with Shipco’s sales force to develop favorable rates and efficient logistics solutions for our comprehensive global services.
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Import/Export Clerk ► Scandinavia | Middle East | Asia | Product ManagementKombi Trafik A/S Dec 1998 - Aug 2002Kombi Trafik Europa A/S is an International Freight Forwarder serving the global marketplace including Europe, the Middle East and Asia. ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬As an Import/Export Clerk for Kombi Trafik Europa A/S, I provided team leadership in trucking and shipping, developing strategies to increase volume and expand our network, and was responsible for multiple shipping and processes duties for the company. Locations of Focus: Scandinavia, Middle East, and Asia.Key Highlights:♦ Import/Export Trucking – Scandinavia ⇨ built and grew trucking network from initial operation of 1 truck within Denmark — to 18 daily LTL drivers♦ Export Shipping Assistant – Middle East ⇨ built ocean freight department handling weekly containers — from Denmark to the Middle East using U.A.E. as a gateway♦ Import Shipping Assistant – Asia ⇨ lead operations for the end-to-end processing of eight weekly FAK containers .
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Squad Leader ►Reconnaissance PlatoonRoyal Danish Army Jul 1997 - Jun 1998The Royal Danish Army is the ground-based branch of the Danish Defence, together with the Danish Home Guard.▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬During my service with the Royal Danish Army, I led operations as a Squad Leader for a Reconnaissance Platoon.♦ Marksmanship commendation♦ Tactics commendation♦ Honorable discharge
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Aarhus Business CollegeInternational Logistics -
Mariagerfjord Handels Skole (Denmark)International Business And Marketing
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Nordre Skole
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