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J OHN S TRAUSS

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Transportation Management expert with proven experience in national distribution networks with Fortune 500

companies. Generated on-going cost savings in excess of 15% while maintaining service. Created solutions which

added millions in incremental revenues. Operated one of top 500 private fleets in nation. Pioneered inbound process

that generates millions in savings. Implemented TMS, WMS system solutions. Managed staff of over 400. Start up of

new one million sqft warehouse. Full P&L responsibility. Carrier strategy, procurement and performance metrics for

purchased transportation. Negotiated all modes of transportation; LTL, TL, Small Package, Intermodal and ocean.

Hard working and Flexible to business needs.

TRANSPORTATION EXPERTISE

Negotiations Private Fleet operations Intermodal rail

Source and Bid process Truck Load Freight Payment

Carrier Strategy Less than Truck Load Logistics Analysis

Strategic Partnering Small Parcel and Postal Optimization

3rd Party Logistics Consolidation and Cross Docking Vendor freight allowances

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

TRUE VALUE COMPANY-CHICAGO, IL 1998-2009

A two billion dollar national hardware cooperative serving 5500+ retailers from 12 Distribution Centers.

Director, Outbound Transportation, Harvard, IL

Responsible for safe and cost effective operation of private fleet; 325+ class 8 tractors, 175 cars, 900 road trailers and 375+

DOT drivers. Fourteen domicile locations to support retailer deliveries. Budget responsibility in excess of $40 million.

Positive budget performance and delivery metrics

Added $3 million in sales by implementing custom delivery option.

Implemented on-line DOT safety and compliance training for all field management, clerical and drivers.

Director, Inbound Transportation, Chicago, IL

Managed inbound transportation spend in excess of $25 million. Conducted freight analysis for buying department to secure

best allowances and freight terms. Negotiated all purchased transportation. Developed and implemented control process to

manage inbound shipment from purchase order to delivery. Outsourced load optimization and control with strategic 3rd party

provider.

Secured $4 million profit annually through freight analysis/allowance conversions. Developed and implemented an inbound

load control center which improved visibility to internal users and routing compliance by vendors.

Transportation Manager, Chicago, IL

Managed the consolidation network of 12 distribution centers and commercial carrier network. Provided service to the

buying department. Reduced inventory cycle times by 2-7 days.

Greatly increased the amount of freight allowances. Developed and implemented metrics for the consolidation centers to

improve cycle times.

GRAINGER, INC.-NILES, IL 1979-1998

A five billion dollar, Fortune 500 international distributor of industrial and commercial supplies.

Transportation Manager, Niles, IL

Field transportation direction to 68 branches in 15 states. Heavy travel to support field locations.

Implemented 95% customer deliveries by 10:30AM next business day. Did not increase cost per delivery even with improved

service expectation. Developed local and regional carrier pool.

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE (CONTINUED)

Sourced carriers negotiated rates and measured carrier service performance.

Operations Manager, Greenville, SC

Start up staffing, training and operation of 1.1 million sq. ft. Regional Distribution Center in Greenville, SC. Served entire

eastern third of country with highest volumes in network. Handled over 67,000 SKU’s.

Center opened ahead of schedule and on budget. Location became training center of excellence for other internal operations.

Transportation Analyst, Niles, IL

Staff position responsible for logistics analysis of service and cost alternatives. Recommended and implemented solutions to

save expense and improve service. Managed the freight payment process and data collection to support department

objectives. Administered Transportation of Household goods for relocating company employees.

Automated the freight payment process to reduce manual intervention. Strengthened internal controls to avoid unauthorized

or erroneous billing. Developed freight data base which Transportation team used to identify opportunities for cost reduction

and service improvements.

Provided “white glove” service to Senior Executives and their families during relocations.

Transportation Administrator, Bensenville, IL

Supervise private fleet operation. Established and implemented first inbound program to minimize expense.

Traffic Specialist, Niles, IL

Coordinated local private fleet to support warehouse operations. Assisted Traffic Manger in completion of special projects.

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA- SPARTANBURG, SC

Bachelors of Science in Marketing and Business, 1993

MORAINE VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE-PALOS HILLS, IL

Associate Arts, Liberal Arts

Maintained full time employment responsibilities during all course work.

OF NOTE

Professional Development:

Completed Department of Transportation, Transportation Safety Institute certificate course.

National Private Truck Council Institute class 2009.

Affiliations:

National Private Truck Council (NPTC)

Council Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP)

Illinois Trucking Association (ITA)

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