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Logistics Supply Chain Operations Manager

Location:
Arlington, TX
Posted:
June 04, 2025

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Richard Freedman

Arlington, Tx ***** *********.**@*****.***

+1-817-***-****

Strategic Logistics Operations Manager delivering 25% year over year in cost savings. Cross Functional with a proven track record in 3 PL along with High-Volume distribution Expert Leveraging Automation and data Analysis for more than 35 years.

Work Experience

Logistics Supply Chain & Operations Manager

WCD-Trader Joe's-Dallas, TX July 2013 to Present

•Reverse Logistics Support and KPI development

•Extensive knowledge with UPS, FEDEX, DHL regarding Intl and Dom Freight

•Procurement Management- Researching, interviewing vendors, and selecting suppliers

•Writing and implementation of companywide SOPs

•Developed and tracked key performance indicators (KPIs) for reverse logistics operations, improving process efficiency and reducing return costs. Managed RMA processes, ensuring timely processing of returns and minimizing inventory disruptions.

•Inventory Control/Procurement. Daily Managed over 360 DC employees along with over 75 Logistics- Operations Team/Supervisors

•Managed MRP systems to optimize material planning, reduce excess stock, and ensure timely replenishment. Streamlined material flows to align with production schedules and customer demands.

•Developed and maintained systems and processes to move domestic and international freight at best cost to achieve business objectives.

•Reduced operating budget waste by 28% year-over-year for the past 5 years through new inventory management system

•Strong experience with WMS systems i.e Mcloud, Symmetry, Oracle, including system configuration, integrating it with other operational systems to streamline warehouse processes and improve order accuracy.

•Established and maintained relationships with key stakeholders to ensure smooth operations

•Led cross-functional teams in process improvement initiatives resulting in cost savings of $85,000 per year

•Optimized warehouse layout to improve efficiency and reduce picking errors by 18%

•Conducted regular audits of inventory levels to identify potential shortages or excesses

Intermodal Import-Export Supervisor/ Sales/Manager

Associated Carriers-Arlington, TX September 2004 to July 2013

•Ocean/Domestic Freight Management/3PL

•Supplier vendor, compliance Coordination. Negotiate terms prices and lead times

•Dispatch and Manage over 100 drivers both O/O and Company Drivers · Cold call daily over the phone to generate business and to close deals.

•Manage warehouse operations with a focus on utilizing Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) to track, monitor, and optimize inventory control, order fulfillment, and distribution. Ensure efficient storage and movement of goods within the warehouse to support seamless supply chain operations.

•EXTENSIVE Import and Exports of overseas and domestic freight via the rail or steamship lines · LTL Freight Handling, Cross docking, P&L, Hazard safety trainer FED EX, DHL, UPS

•Negotiated freight in alignment with specifications and needs and monitored compliance with budgets.

Analyzed market trends and carrier performance data to identify opportunities for improved service levels

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business and Fine Arts

Boston University - Boston, MA October 1999 to October 2002

Skills

•Supply chain Management

•Extensive Excel functions and support, Pivot Tables, Power point i.e VLOOKUP,

•Leadership, Mentoring, continuous Online Management classes

•Receiving and Put-away coordination, cycle counts, Stock Rotations FEFO,FIFO

•Profit and Loss Management

•RF Scanner, Safety compliance

•Supply chain

•Analytical skills

•Profit & loss

•Budgeting

•Logistics Data Analysis



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