Matthew Michaud
@matthewmichaud
Logistics and maritime operations professional optimizing global supply chains and vessel performance.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I am a logistics and maritime operations professional with over four years of hands-on experience coordinating imports, exports, and vessel technical management. I ensure compliance with international maritime regulations and drive operational efficiency through performance monitoring and cost control.
My background includes roles as Vessel Manager, Ocean/Air Import/Export Agent, and Logistics Manager, where I managed high-volume shipments, conducted audits, negotiated carrier contracts, and maintained inventory accuracy. I bring practical experience with customs processes, freight forwarding, and cross-functional collaboration with chartering, procurement, and HSQE teams.
I hold logistics-focused training and certifications including TSA STA, IATA Dangerous Goods, MercuryGate, and forklift certification, and I leverage tools such as R Studio, Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and Excel to analyze routes, optimize costs, and support data-driven decisions.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Vessel Manager
General Steamship
Jul 2025 - Present (5 months)
Managed day-to-day technical operations of assigned vessels, ensuring compliance with ISM/ISPS/MARPOL/SOLAS and reducing downtime through maintenance, audits, and efficiency initiatives that optimized fuel consumption and controlled OPEX/CAPEX.
Ocean/Air Import/Export Agent
Morrison Express Corporation
Mar 2022 - Jul 2025 (3 years 4 months)
Handled high-volume international import/export shipments, optimized routing and costs, managed inventory and documentation, and ensured regulatory compliance while serving as branch compliance officer and primary customer/vendor contact.
Logistics Manager
Cle Tile
Jan 2021 - Nov 2021 (10 months)
Managed supply chain operations to maintain inventory levels, conducted audits to ensure record accuracy, enforced OSHA safety protocols, and negotiated carrier contracts to secure competitive rates.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
CACalifornia State University Maritime Academy
Bachelor's Degree, Logistics / Supply Chain Management
Activities and societies: Dean's List; 4 years Varsity Rugby (1-year Captain, 1-year MVP, 1-year Pacific Coast All Star); 1-year Varsity Soccer
Completed a Bachelor's degree with an emphasis in Logistics and Supply Chain Management focused on domestic and international customs and maritime operations.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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