Supply Chain A Team

**** *** ** ~ Greenleaf, WI *****

Phone: 920-***-**** ~ E-mail: ********@*****.***

Michelle Wegand

Transportation Manager

Bernatello’s Foods – Kaukauna, WI May 2024 to present

Manage daily transportation activities for 3 locations, cost control, routing, ensuring efficient movement of goods and compliance with safety and DOT regulations

Developed and executed transportation plans that optimize routes and reduces costs

Negotiate contracts and maintain relationship with carriers and logistics providers to secure favorable terms, rates, and services

Lead a team of 13 transportation staff, providing training and performance of evaluations to enhance productivity and morale.

Create and manage transportation budget, identifying areas for cost reduction and implementing strategies to achieve financial targets

Manage Fleet of 125 with repairs, purchasing of equipment, maintenance, leases, safety, and compliance.

Developed and implemented Fleet Safety Policy and ELD system

Logistics and Warehouse Manager

ProCon – Appleton, WI December 2020-May 2024

Managed the logistics and distribution operations for a high-volume supply chain, overseeing transportation, warehousing, and inventory management for 5 locations.

Developed and implemented a transportation strategy that reduced delivery costs by 25% while improving delivery times by 75% through route optimization and vendor negotiations.

Led a team of 5 logistics professionals, providing leadership and training to improve operational efficiency and achieve department KPIs.

Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including procurement, customer service, accounts receivable and payables to ensure seamless coordination across the supply chain.

Implemented, rolled out, collaborated, and utilized logistics software to monitor real-time inventory levels, track shipments, and generate performance reports, improving decision-making and operational transparency.

Reviewed contracts to ensure compliance and company polices were supported.

Ensure compliance with safety regulations, company policies, and industry standards.

Managed the private fleet to ensure profit and utilization, along with safety and ELD performance.

Managed daily operations of 2 warehouses, overseeing receiving, storage, and order picking, packing, and shipping functions.

Led a team of 35 warehouse associates, providing training, performance evaluations, and fostering a culture of safety and efficiency.

Implemented an improved warehouse layout, increasing storage capacity and reducing order fulfillment time.

Optimized inventory management processes, reducing stock outs and maintaining accurate stock levels through regular cycle counting and audits.

Spearheaded the implementation of a current Warehouse Management System (WMS), improving order processing speed and accuracy, leading to reduction in shipping errors.

Ensured compliance with all OSHA and company safety standards, reducing workplace accidents.

Logistics Operations Coordinator

WEL Companies – De Pere, WI October 2016-December 2020

Managed the logistics and distribution operations for a high-volume supply chain, overseeing transportation, warehousing, and inventory management for 5 locations.

Developed and implemented a transportation strategy that reduced delivery costs by 25% while improving delivery times by 75% through route optimization and vendor negotiations.

Led a team of 5 logistics professionals, providing leadership and training to improve operational efficiency and achieve department KPIs.

Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including procurement, customer service, accounts receivable and payables to ensure seamless coordination across the supply chain.

Implemented, rolled out, collaborated, and utilized logistics software to monitor real-time inventory levels, track shipments, and generate performance reports, improving decision-making and operational transparency.

Reviewed contracts to ensure compliance and company polices were supported.

Ensure compliance with safety regulations, company policies, and industry standards.

President/Owner

Ledgetop Logistics – Greenleaf, WI September 2001-October 2016

Directed overall company strategy and operations, establishing short and long term goals to drive growth and enhance market position.

Managed the company’s financial health, overseeing budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.

Led a team of 4, fostering a culture of collaboration and high performance through effective mentorship and talent development

Cultivated a relationship with key customers, suppliers, carriers and logistics clients to ensure growth and market position.

Identified and pursued new business opportunities to include market diversity to ensure business growth in the areas to cover market fluctuations.

Skills:

Strategic Planning and Execution

Financial Management and Budgeting

Leadership and Team Development

Customer and Supplier Relationships

Contract Negotiations

Change Management and Innovation

RFP Management and Analysis

Inventory Management

Safety Management

Problem Solving

Organizational Management

Supply Chain and Logistics Management

Warehouse Management

Data Analysis and Reporting

Technology Proficient

Carrier Safety and Compliance

TMS

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