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Highly analytical supply chain management consultant specializing in distribution network optimization, logistics property, and China market entry. Network design experience includes China domestic, Asia regional, and global networks. Property site selection and negotiation. Complex scenario modeling and financial pro forma analyses for market entry and growth strategies. Jim is a frequent speaker at supply chain and China business events. Recent speeches include:- "Ecommerce Fulfillment Best Practices" at the Ecommerce Logistics forum by the Global Supply Chain Council, August 2017- "Navigating Global Disruption" at the World Forum for FDI in Shanghai, May 2017- "Should China Be It's Own Network" at the Optimize Asia forum, June 2016, Organized by Global Supply Chain Council.- "China Distribution" at New Zealand Trade and Enterprise, June 2016- "Network Optimization for Financial Professionals"​ at The Asian Banker Summit on Supply Chain Performance, April 2015. Organized by The Asian Banker.- "Delivery Lead Time Challenges in Cross-Border Ecommerce"​ Cross-Border Ecommerce Forum, Shanghai, March 2015. Organized by Global Supply Chain Council.- "Omnichannel Supply Chain and Delivery"​ at the Chief Supply Chain Officers' Forum APAC, Singapore, November 2014. Organized by Eye for Transport. In Asia, Tompkins consultants provide the following services:- Supply chain strategy- Network planning and optimization (optimization of transportation, labor, facility, operations, and duty/trade costs using proprietary or packaged optimization tools).- Logistics Outsourcing RFP management- Facility site selection and negotiation - Distribution center (DC) concept designs- DC detailed design, material handling equipment requirements, and RFP management- DC implementation project management- Supply chain assessment (systems, transportation, warehousing and inventory)

Listed skills include Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Management, Business Development, and 21 others.