Logistics Team Manager
Resume:
Soo Hwan (Shaun) Kim
Snoqualmie, WA *****
**********@*****.***
https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaun-soo-hwan-kim-3a8b4685?trk=hp-identity-name
April 16th, 2017
TO: Recruiters and Leaders:
In my career with a global shipping logistics, I have enjoyed solving issues and improving the value propositions for the internal/external customers. Flexibility based on experience has been my strength to plan and implement import and export cargo logistics from the sources to the destinations. A lot of global companies benefited from our top level services at the facilities and 3rd party partners in Pacific Northwest where I have managed. Our successful logistics has been the key factor to satisfy the customers behind sales teams’ face.
I also have managed successful contract and negotiations of 3rd party (truck, rail, warehouse, etc.) outsourcing logistics, and development of terminal/ports facilities over 25 years. I believe that it has been possible by strategic planning, eliminating waste and long term partnership program with the contractors and labors to achieve the ultimate profit of the company and benefiting each other.
During my tenure with the company, I have managed 14-60 direct and over 100 indirect remote offices employees in addition to terminal dock labors that can be anywhere from 60 to over 200 daily. Developing staff has been another part I enjoyed on the job as I get to share the experiences and stories. Excellent relationship with Labor Unions (ILWU, Teamsters, OCU) has been an asset to manage the efficient logistics programs and facilities.
One thing I learned from my career is that: Logistics can be improved by programs and new technology. The main frame, however, still belongs to the human factor with the flexibility.
While I love to share my experience, I am also an enthusiastic and diligent learner of new technologies and concepts. At the current position, we have been using Microsoft-based Inventory System, CRM, Outsourcing and Contract Management, etc. These programs were made and updated with the input from the staff and managers of each of business segments such as myself.
Please find the attached resume for your review and references are available upon request.
Thank you in advance for your consideration.
Soo Hwan(Shaun) Kim
Soo Hwan (Shaun) Kim
Soo Hwan (Shaun) Kim
Snoqualmie, WA 98065 Tel. 425-***-**** **********@*****.***
GLOBAL TRANSPORTATION/LOGISTICS BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
Resolution Operations Strategic Planning Collaboration Negotiations “Can Do”
Summary:
Experienced and flexible global logistics manager with proven record of leadership and resolution; collaborative, decision making, and negotiating skills; heavy emphasis on creating value propositions for the customers and ultimate profit of the company.
Experience with effective execution and management of global logistics/transportation business comprising; planning, logistics, intermodal and labor relations, terminal and global shipping business development, contract negotiations, and maintenance.
General management in staff development; multi departmental budgeting; achieving strategic cost saving objectives; performing customer service to support sales and 3PL; and new terminal business development in ocean containers and bulk cargo.
Professional Work Experience:
Regional Director, Team Manager of Logistics, Ports/Terminals, Pacific Northwest (May 2000– Dec 2016), Hanjin Shipping America, LLC.
- Strategic Program Planning: Planned and implemented all cargo logistics by ocean, intermodal and door delivery of containers, bulk, oversize and special hazardous and reefer cargo. Influenced head office upper management to alter cargo/equipment logistics flow approach of gateway; saved over $2M/year and improved equipment circulation by expense analysis and round-trip flow concept.
- Presenting and facilitating improvement characteristics of constrained issues to the global customers; developed direct relationship with some of the high value segment customers to add value propositions for them.
- Business Development Project - Supporting sales team for new business opportunities, special cargo logistics, marketing and pricing – utilizing cost analysis and 3rd party outsourcing network, presenting logistics advantage of PNW gateway, customized facility tours and benefit of the particular service to the customers. – Power point / Excel presentation.
- Collaboration: Conflict resolution over a group of multiple business partners, internal/external customers in worldwide locations, contractors and labor unions (ILWU/Teamsters/OCU) by integrating them, made the most efficient gateway. Re-engineering industry practice & culture: achieved excellent labor relations and improved productivity. - Outsourcing/Vendor Management/Contract and Weekly Collaborative Planning meetings - CFS, CY, Warehouse, Trucking, Terminal, Rail as a result, consolidated different segments processes, increased terminal productivity by over 30% and reduced rail cargo dwell time by over 24 hours, increased responsiveness, flexibility and strategic relationships with 3rd party contractors by sharing, creating vision and their revenue growth and evaluation metrics.
- Earned the reputation of the most reliable service region in N. America and the most favored facility by truckers in Northwest ports. Problem solving for the value propositions collaborating with sales team - made differences by resolving constrained issues with experienced flexibility and strategic planning; Cargo Logistics Value = f(quality, delivery, flexibility)/cost. Provided optimum service of Origin (Planning/Sources) to Destination (Customers) with continuous improvement of the value.
- Long Term Development Program: Developed, planned long term facilities and negotiated contracts for Pacific Northwest area: Western Canada, Seattle, Tacoma and Portland. Developed programs to create or alter logistics procedure and routing to save over $5.7M by analyzing cost structure and collaborative planning of terminal, 3rd party intermodal, labors, stowage, better space utilization.
- Managed, evaluated and trained staff in multiple locations by utilizing quantitative criteria and company’s Microsoft-based Management Information System on the subjects of scheduling, forecasting, cargo flow, inventory controls, intermodal/terminal/vessel operations, dangerous cargo, facility maintenance for continuous improvement. Managed, trained and developed Service Center Operations Team in Salt Lake City, UT with system data, e-mails, conference calls and regular visits. Executing import/export cargo logistics operations and customer service by collaborating with the service center in Phoenix, AZ for Pacific Northwest, Midwest, East Coast and overseas. Utilized company’s information data system, routine verbal and written communication to meet schedule, cost and priority.
- Planned and executed annual budget and expense control. Contract Negotiations and Management of 3rd party logistics - outsourcing services /network optimization: Port authorities, terminal stevedores, truckers, railroads, off-dock container yards/CFS, freight stations, customs brokers, maritime agencies and vessel traffic related contractors – managed multi-year contracts and annual expense for over $100M-$250M. Strategic planning- achieved 5-20% reduction of the cost and improved terms while keeping the sound relationship. Optimizing Inventory controls synchronizing with accurate forecast utilizing terminals and company information system, achieved cost savings and efficient space utilization
- Representing the company to Government Authorities and Regulations. – USCG, TSA, USDA, CBP, DOT and others. Possess strong community ties between the company and the industry.
- Re-engineered Reefer equipment handling procedure: Reduced the expenditures by over $0.5M per year, an 80 percent reduction, containing efficiency levels, service values, and inventory accuracy. - Facility Development/Management/ Maintenance and Consulting
- Staff development, hiring and training local and remote office staff with KPI and presenting logistics class to college students
- Facilitate project meetings of system upgrade and/or facility development
- Procurement of equipment
- Hiring, mentoring and managing employees with KPI
- Maritime Operations
- Member of PMA, PMSA
- Consulting Logistics and Terminal Development
Logistics Team Assistant Manager (1999 - 2000) Hanjin Shipping Co., Ltd. Seattle, WA
-Managed 4 operations sectors: Terminal/Marine operations, Equipment Controls, Intermodal/Trucking and Maintenance/Repairs.
-Organized and Trained new operations teams to build capability in Portland, OR and Vancouver, B.C. Canada.
-Negotiated and managed terminal contract of 10 years and designed new layout of facilities.
-Project Management: New terminal development over 3 years.
Education:
B.A, in Public Administration; Dongguk University, Seoul, KOREA;
Professional Development:
Pacific Maritime Association Sub-Steering committee member for Oregon & Columbia River Area (2007-2011) / Pacific Merchant Shipping Association Member (2000-2015)
Employee of the Year – Efficient Handling of four (4) Oil Spills.
U.S. Army Commendation Medal (ARCOM), U.S. Army Achievement Medal (as a KATUSA – Korean Augmentation To the U.S. Army, Eighth U.S. Army, KOREA)
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