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Nick Banes

@nickbanes

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Experienced Supply Chain Operations Leader driving efficiency and cost savings.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters innovation and continuous improvement, where I can leverage my expertise to drive operational excellence and contribute to sustainability initiatives.

I am a strategic Supply Chain and Operations Executive with over 16 years of expertise in driving large-scale distribution and logistics for global leaders like Samsung and Anheuser-Busch. My career has been marked by a commitment to end-to-end supply chain optimization, resulting in multimillion-dollar cost savings and enhanced distribution efficiency across extensive 3PL networks.

Throughout my career, I have demonstrated a proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, advance sustainability initiatives, and maintain top-tier safety and quality standards. My experience includes spearheading significant cost reduction projects, optimizing operational processes, and implementing data-driven strategies to streamline operations. I am recognized for my operational excellence and impactful cost management across complex, high-value supply chains.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Senior Director, Warehouse Operations

Samsung Electronics America

Sep 2023 - Aug 2024 (11 months)

Led US finished goods distribution for home appliances and consumer electronics across 16 sites, achieving significant cost savings and operational efficiencies. Implemented sustainability initiatives and improved inventory accuracy using SAP and WMS.

Cost Saving Initiatives SAP WMS Sustainability Inventory Management Operational Excellence

Region Logistics Director

Anheuser-Busch, Co.

Mar 2021 - Aug 2023 (2 years 5 months)

Oversaw supply chain operations for breweries and wholesalers, optimizing logistics and supply planning. Achieved significant cost savings and improved forecasting accuracy through data-driven strategies.

Supply Chain Operations Data Analysis Inventory Management Cross Functional Collaboration Strategic Planning

Plant Manager

Metal Container Corporation

Nov 2017 - Mar 2021 (3 years 4 months)

Managed safety, quality, and production operations at the Riverside Lid Plant, achieving industry-leading results in safety and quality while fostering employee engagement.

Quality Control Employee Engagement Production Team Leadership Process Improvement Operational Excellence

Senior Supply Chain Manager

Anheuser-Busch, Co.

Mar 2015 - Nov 2017 (2 years 8 months)

Directed brewery production planning and logistics, implementing improvements that significantly reduced costs and enhanced delivery times. Trained staff in Lean Six Sigma methodologies.

Logistics Six Sigma Process Improvement Inventory Management Performance Metrics

Sr. Mgr, Planning Systems & Strategy

Anheuser-Busch

Apr 2014 - Feb 2015 (10 months)

Managed operational budgets and data integrity for brewing and shipping operations, leading process improvements that enhanced supply chain execution and freed up working capital.

Budget Management Data Integrity Process Improvement Six Sigma Performance Tracking Cost Management Strategic Planning

Senior Logistics Analyst

Anheuser-Busch

Apr 2013 - Apr 2014 (1 year)

Provided logistics oversight for multiple breweries, focusing on production scheduling and enhancing throughput through improved process controls and KPI development.

Production Scheduling Throughput KPIs Data Analysis Supply Chain Management Team Collaboration

Engineer, I Supply

Anheuser-Busch, Co.

May 2012 - May 2013 (1 year)

Managed equipment maintenance and operational efficiency, achieving budget targets and significantly reducing downtime through effective resource allocation.