Ry User
@ryannehanson
Global supply chain professional with 15+ years of experience.
What I'm looking for
Global Supply Chain Leader with 15+ years of experience transforming logistics operations across diverse industries. Expert in optimizing inventory management, streamlining distribution networks, and leading international teams. Proven track record of reducing costs by 31%, improving inventory accuracy from 62% to 95%, and increasing on-time delivery by 15%. Skilled at implementing ERP systems and standardizing processes across multiple regions. Currently leveraging AI-driven automation to enhance supply chain efficiency. Seeking remote senior leadership role where my expertise in building resilient, cost-effective global supply chains can drive organizational success.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Head of Logistics & Warehouse
Biosynth
Nov 2022 - Dec 2023 (1 year 1 month)
Led a global team of 82 to integrate five new warehouses, eliminating 100+ manual tasks weekly and improving visibility. Redesigned order fulfillment with ERP workflows and a flexible processing model to boost speed and continuity. Saved $230K through a hub-and-spoke and drop-ship logistics strategy. Prevented 50+ shipment delays quarterly by streamlining customs pre-clearance and categorization.
Head of Supply Chain & Purchasing
Brand Management Group
Aug 2016 - Jan 2022 (5 years 5 months)
Achieved a 32% revenue increase and reduced backorders by 42% through collaboration with over 30 global vendors. Implemented new demand planning software to enhance inventory accuracy and stabilize supply, significantly improving customer satisfaction and sales.
Sales and Inventory Operations Planning Manager
Peli
Jan 2016 - Aug 2016 (7 months)
Restructured the supply chain team, increasing productivity by 20% and reducing decision-making time by 30%. Led the S&IOP process to address inventory bottlenecks, improving product availability and on-time delivery.
Logistics & Operations Manager
Brand Management Group
Apr 2013 - Jan 2016 (2 years 9 months)
Built logistics operations from the ground up across 12 warehouses in EMEA & APAC. Supported the successful implementation of NetSuite ERP, improving reporting and data transparency while standardizing logistics processes.
Head of Logistics
GDC Digital Cinema Technology
Dec 2011 - Apr 2013 (1 year 4 months)
Set up logistics infrastructure, reducing order processing time by 20% and improving inventory accuracy by 15%. Negotiated a 20% reduction in shipping costs, establishing a long-term partnership with a new carrier.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Program, Artificial Intelligence
2024 -
Completed AI Implications for Business Strategy Program and Applied Generative AI for Digital Transformation Program.
European IT Certification Academy
Certification, Machine Learning
2024 -
Completed EITC/AI/GCMLv1r1 Google Cloud Machine Learning certification.
Hazmat School
Training, Hazmat Shipping
2022 -
Completed DOT/IATA Certified Hazmat Shipping Training.
Cambridge Assessment
Diploma, Blockchain
2019 -
Completed Blockchain and Digital Transformation Diploma.
APICS
Certification, Supply Chain Management
2017 -
Achieved Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) certification.
IESE Business School
Workshop, Leadership
2016 -
Completed Building and Leading High-Performance Teams Workshop.
University of St. Thomas
Bachelor of Business Administration, Business Administration
1998 - 2002
Activities and societies: Member of Student Business Association Participated in Business Case Competitions Led a team project on supply chain optimization in final year Volunteered in campus entrepreneurship club events Completed internship in logistics coordination at a local firm.
The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) is an undergraduate degree that provides foundational knowledge in business principles, including finance, marketing, operations, management, and economics. It equips students with practical skills in strategic thinking, leadership, and decision-making, preparing them for careers in corporate, entrepreneurial, or global business environments.
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