James Hudson Choi
**** **** **** **., **** Mill, SC 29708
803-***-**** (Cell); abmr0l@r.postjobfree.com
Supply Chain Logistics Manager
Results oriented global professional with over 12 years of US and
international leadership in supply chain operations, import and export
management,, outsourced 3PL supply chain management, systems
implementation and integration. Superior interpersonal and communication
skills with a strong track record of presenting to C level executives, and
implementing with Lean Six Sigma practices. Core qualifications and
experiences include:
. Supply Chain Management of fortune 1000 companies
. Certified in Project management
. Large Account Management Planning
. P&L responsibility
. Leading international teams
. Hiring and managing vendors
. Lean Six Sigma On-boarding practices
. Lieutenant Commander in the US Navy Reserves
. Certified in Situational Leadership, Win/Win Negotiation, The Complex
Sale
. Speak conversational Mandarin and Korean
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
MENLO WORLDWIDE: (Feb 2010 -
Present)
A division of Con-Way (Fortune 500 Transportation Company,) a leader in
supply chain management services(3PL/ 4PL), transportation management,
warehousing, distribution and technology.
Senior Solutions Engineer
. Manage a team of engineers focused on productivity/supply chain for
the Stanley Black & Decker account
TRANSPLACE: (May 2007 -
Dec 2009)
A fast growing privately held Logistics Service Provider (specializing in
technology-enabled transportation solutions). In 2008 managed $3 Billion
of freight and 600 employees'.
Senior Director
. Manage Operations and Supply Chain for Key Account: Guardian
Building Products
. Key Contact, Collaborate and Improve supply chains of our Strategic
Accounts
. Initiated and implemented strategic logistics initiatives and
vendor alliances
A.P. MOLLER MAERSK GROUP: (Jul. '97 -
April 2007)
Fortune 1000 company - Largest international transportation company in the
world. Annual revenues in excess of $5 Billion and 60,000 employee's.
General Manager - North American Business Development
(Jan 2006 - April 2007, NJ)
. Responsible for new business development of Logistics business
across the Maersk customer base. Work with Sales Management to
identify, close and implement new business opportunities to
generate US$ 30 mil in revenue.
. Led 6 different product sales forces to increase budget 10% year on
year
. Create opportunities and partnerships with our top 20% customer
base
Strategic Accounts Manager (Apr'03 - Jan
2006, NJ)
. P&L responsible for Key Global Accounts Reebok, Liz Claiborne, Li &
Fung, Franklin Sports,
. Year over year financial improvements in all aspects of supply
chain operations for these clients adding over $1.3 million in
additional revenue.
. Demonstrated leadership abilities by focusing on employee
interaction and management succession planning
. Involved in project management for Reebok's - AS400 to SAP
conversion and system mapping to outsourced IT solution
. Managed global teams located in 70 countries
Beijing Branch Manager (Feb'02 -
Apr'03, China)
. Exceeded target for new customers in Beijing by 20%
. Developed and implemented sales strategies increasing revenue by
40% to $18 million
. P&L responsibility for the Beijing Branch HQ
. Successfully turned branch into a profit center
. Negotiated and initiated Pan-PRC contracts
. Fully managed all strategic, operational, HR and financial issues
Xi'an Branch Manager (Sep'00 -
Feb'02, China)
. P&L responsibility for the Xi'an Branch Office
. Successfully established new start up office for two companies
. Analyzed financial investment opportunities for Shaanxi region
. Fully managed all strategic, operational, human resource and
financial issues
. Cultivated and maintained government and business ties
Senior Sales Executive (Aug. '99 -
Sep.'00, China)
( Responsible for driving sales, marketing, business process
improvements, volume increased 10% yoy.
( Spearheaded local development of e-commerce, increased e-bookings
by 15%
Logistics Analyst (May '98 - Aug'99,
Los Angeles, USA)
. Became on-site project leader, resolved logistical problems,
supervised the data integrity of all EDI transmissions, assisted in
creating international client SOP for our offices around the world
. Assisted senior management of 3 separate companies in assessing
process improvements and development in the success of the project
and the migration of Maersk Logistics second largest customer -
Macy's
Superintendent - Yard/Vessel Operations (Aug. '97 - May '98
Los Angeles, USA)
. Supervised Union labor during vessel loading and unloading cargo
operations
SHIPBOARD EXPERIENCE:
Military Sealift Command (Jan '96
- May '96)
Cadet, Engineering Dept., Deck Dept. - USNS BIG HORN (780' Tanker)
. Assisted Captain and Chief Mate on all Tanker cargo operations and
port authorities.
EDUCATION: United States Merchant Marine Academy, Kings Point, N.Y.
USA
Degree: Bachelor of Science in Marine Transportation,
June 1997
Major: International Business Minor: Marine
Engineering
Other Experiences: Leadership and Management Skills at CEIBS graduate
course in Shanghai, NLP and Communications, Completed
Maersk's 2 year international management training program.
Speak conversational Mandarin and Korean.
Recommendations for James Choi
Senior Director at Transplace
"James Choi is a true professional - a man of integrity who possesses much
talent and dedication. He represents himself and his company in stellar
fashion. His skills are a strong compliment to any organization."October
14, 2008
Charlene Annabel, Sr. Marketing Coordinator, Transplace
worked directly with James Hudson at Transplace
General Manager at Maersk
"James is an intelligent and motivated professional who is highly
effective at managing projects and relationships at many levels. He is an
effective communicator with a positive attitude to work through silos or
conflicts to find the best solution. These skills and personality traits
make him an asset to any organization." January 26, 2009
Stacy Danziger Lange, Director, Business Development, Maersk Line
worked with James Hudson at Maersk
"James is a personable and attentive manager that delivers results. He has
a knack for developing those both below and around him and demands the
best." November 21, 2008
Steve Thomson, MISE Manager, Maersk
worked with James Hudson at Maersk
"James Hudson Choi was a very reliable resource with extensive knowledge to
draw from. Very personable to work with and a positive attitude.Worked well
with every member of group on many different issues. Went the extra step to
provide answers to client." November 4, 2008
Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, High Integrity
Paul Mulholland
hired James Hudson as a client manager in 2003
"I worked for James Choi as a Marketing Analyst for about a year. It was
actually a pleasure to work for someone that besides his extensive industry
knowledge and proactivness also has excellent management skills. He is a
great boss as he contributes to one's own personal growth by sharing his
acquired knowledge. Working with James was a very rewarding time as I
learned a lot from him." November 2, 2008
Shirley Arcos, Marketing Analyst, Maersk Inc.
reported to James Hudson at Maersk
"James is a professional and hard working colleague who exhibits teamwork
to accomplish tough challeges and understands the larger picture of our
business." October 20, 2008
Mark Byrne, Director, Sales Management, Maersk Line
managed James Hudson indirectly at Maersk
"James was always responsive and timely when anything was requested of him.
He was able to effectively communicate, often across international and
cultural barriers, in order to get things done. I certainly recommend James
personally and professionally." October 15, 2008
Brian Catron, various, Maersk Inc
managed James Hudson indirectly at Maersk
"James has a deep knowledge about Supply Chain combined with a strong
interpersonal skills and a natural leadership. He has a solid track record
of delivering quality products and services to the clients he
attended." October 13, 2008
Renato Pavan, Projects Manager, Maersk Logistics Brasil
worked with James Hudson at Maersk
"I have worked with James Hudson Choi for over 10 years at Maersk. James
brings a fantastic attitude to everything that he does, which inspires
everyone around him. James has delivered results during times of
organizational change and as a result has been consistently recognized and
promoted for his contributions." October 13, 2008
James Armstrong, Vice President, Maersk Distribution Canada, Maersk
worked with James Hudson at Maersk