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Results-focused, detail-oriented, trained civil engineer with industrial engineering knowledge. Successful at leading all aspects of the complete range of responsibilities required in the fast-paced, high-volume operations of fulfillment and distribution centers, production facilities, manufacturing plants, and warehouses, as well as budget management, financial reporting, data analysis, process improvement, and project management, including facility layout designs and equipment expenditures. Expertise in supply chain logistics and optimization, shipping & receiving, transportation networks (multi-modal; 3PLs; first, middle, & last mile), courier & freight deliveries, inventory management, forecasting & demand planning, deployment planning, sourcing strategies, procurement & purchasing, safety programs (including EHS), and driver training programs & curriculum. Competencies also include quality assurance, driving business growth strategies, and cultivating strategic customer partnerships. Account management and project management capabilities involve efficiently optimizing resources, leveraging technology, designing scalable solutions, and developing systems that drive operational excellence, together with increasing cost savings, reducing waste, minimizing risk, enhancing the customer experience, and designing effective safety and injury prevention practices. Strong analytical and research skills, including competitive analysis. Curious, strategic thinker capable of implementing comprehensive process improvements by integrating lean six sigma methodologies and KPIs with data analytics, modeling, and forecasting metrics. Goal-oriented visionary skilled at executing innovative strategies that exceed expectations for key external and internal stakeholders, partners, and customers. Trustworthy, collaborative colleague with high standards who can work independently and as part of complex, matrixed teams. Advanced people leadership abilities include managing managers, as well as hiring, coaching, developing, and engaging high-performing managers, salaried, and hourly talent. Clear and concise communicator who embraces ideas, input, and diverse perspectives from others. Management experience comprises directing large scale capital improvements, redesigning facility upgrades, and handling equipment acquisitions. Adept at workforce labor planning, establishing performance measurements, and goal setting in union and nonunion environments, in conjunction with contract negotiations, labor relations, employee grievances, conflict resolutions, and arbitrations.