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Project Manager for selection, implementation and upgrade of TMS systems to support business requirements. Trained department users and managed roll out to 90 + shipping locations. Testing and implemented last mile shipment visibility and POD functionality with private fleet and external carriers. Operational experience in i2, GPC, Manhattan software applications. Strong understanding of IT processes/procedures, to lead business team in detailed configuration and testing prior to implementation. Develops training context for various levels of users. Performs analysis of transactional data sourced from SAP BW.

Responsible for finish out and startup of 500,000 sq ft DC. Managed 3PL transportation provider as well as 3PL facility provider. Re-engineered original building design to improve flow through and reduce interior transit time for product movement.

Responsible for all inbound and outbound shipping activities for a PVC manufacturer with five plant locations. Negotiated all carrier rates (rail, truck and express) with annual freight budget in excess of $26M. Reduced outbound transportation expenses by 12% over four years. Initiated process to include freight cost as part of bid process to ensure profitability of orders.

Managed inter city trucking providers in Europe and South America to support ground movement of freight between non AA operating cities. Negotiated rates with carriers, managed relationships with providers in different countries cognizant of different cultural and business protocols.

Negotiated all delivery vehicle leases for home delivery division. Performed vehicle analysis and modification to suit various unique delivery locations. Calculated drive time corridors to ensure delivery guarantees would be met. Developed vehicle maintenance and safety programs. Trained field in vehicle management practices.

Developed rail tracking system to provide utilization information to various business units. Reduced rail fleet from 1200 + to 900 cars in three years. Managed automobile fleet of 700 sales vehicles and executive fleet. Various freight analysis projects.

Mba, Marketing

Bs, Accounting