James Richardson

Operations Executive

Profile

Seasoned logistics leader leveraging over 30 years of military experience directing large-scale distribution, transportation, and facilities operations worldwide. Proven ability to expertly manage multi-million dollar budgets, asset tracking systems, personnel development, and process improvement initiatives in an agile VUCA environment.

Employment History

President at JRich Transportation

August 2024 — Present

●Launched logistics company providing reliable freight solutions to local businesses.

●Secure new business partnerships with retailers, manufacturers, distributors - increased client base by 25%

●Coordinate freight shipments across major markets ensuring on-time delivery within agreed timeframes

●Implement quality control measures to deliver high-quality results

●Responsible for achievement of assigned functions’ Key Performance Indicators in the areas of Safety, Quality, Productivity, and Turnover

●Budgeting and Cost Estimation: Prepare and manage project budgets by estimating costs for labor, equipment, materials, permits, and subcontractors. Monitor expenses throughout the project lifecycle, identify cost-saving opportunities, and ensure adherence to budgetary limits.

●Conduct market analysis to identify expansion opportunities and tailor service offerings to demand

●Developed proprietary TMS system to optimize shipment routing, load factors, invoicing/settlement

●Ensure compliance with FMCSA and DOT regulations through diligent record-keeping and vehicle inspections

●Created emergency contingency protocols to guarantee continuity of service in event of disruptions

●Conduct regular safety inspections and risk assessments to identify hazards and implement preventive measures.

Logistics Operations Chief at US Marine Corp

July 1990 — July 2020

●Strategic Planning & Execution: Planned and supported numerous embarkations of 2,000+ personnel plus 500+ tons of equipment for training exercises across Asia-Pacific region.

●Stakeholder Engagement: Led synchronization meetings between internal groups and external partners; served as primary liaison for facilities and contracting needs.

●Process Improvement: Developed tracking matrices and SOPs enhancing visibility and accountability for the movement of 7,000+ containers and $125M+ of assets.

●Change Management: Guided smooth establishment of new office locations and upgrades to existing infrastructure and systems to bolster capabilities.

●Supply Chain Coordination: Directed purchasing processes and vendor contracts valued over $300K.

Career Highlights:

●Reduced maintenance request backlogs by over 80% via new standardized digital tracking system as Facilities & Maintenance Officer.

●Cut rental equipment costs by 45% after assessing utilization rates and adjusting inventory.

●Received Joint Logistics, FEMA, and Lean Six Sigma training certifications.

●Consistently maintained 100% accountability of all assets from ammunition to equipment worth tens of millions as Accountability Officer.

Professional Experience:

Owner/Operator, JRich Transportation, Aug 2021 - Present

●Launched logistics company providing reliable freight solutions to local businesses.

Accountability Officer, U.S. Marine Corps, Jun 2017 – Jul 2020

●Oversaw $125M+ of assets across warehouses serving 3,500 personnel.

●Achieved record high 97% inventory accuracy via workflow optimization.

Logistics Operations Chief, U.S. Marine Corps, Aug 2014 – Jul 2017

●Directed movement of 2,300 personnel and 512 tons of cargo abroad for exercises.

Professional Skills Training

CDL Class A License, 2022

Completed 40 Hours of Hazardous materials and Waste Generator OSHA certification

course, 12 Jun 1998

Hazardous Waste Operations, 7 May 1999

Professional Selling skills, 21 Oct 1999

Maritime Prepositioning Force, 29 Oct 2004

Logistics Embarkation, 11 May 2005

Level II Antiterrorism, 2 March 2007

Advance Logistics Operations Course, 28 Mar 2008

Marine Corps Logistics Education Program, 13 Aug 2010

Continuous Process Improvement (CPI) Yellow belt, 20 Jan 2012

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Training, 22 Jun 2012

Internal Controls: Meeting Federal Requirements for Accountability, 27 Feb 2014

Operator Advance Casualty Response Course, 25 July 2008

Hazardous Waste / Hazardous material Management course Aug. 1998

Hazardous Waste operator Aug. 1998

Certifications

●CDL Class A Operators License

●Joint Logistics Course Certification, 2014

●Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, 2012

●Intermediate Logistics Operations Course, 2017

Details

Skills

Strategic Planning & Execution

Stakeholder Engagement

Asset/Budget Oversight

Process Improvement

Change Management

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