Expert Details
Footwear and Apparel Logistics
ID: 739302
Oregon, USA
Most recently, Expert was the Head of Logistics in North America for an athletic shoe and performance sportswear company based out of Switzerland. In this role, he oversaw third-party logistics partners and managed forecasting and capacity planning for major distribution centers in Georgia, California, and Canada. He also led the implementation of automated fulfillment systems and played a key role in the company's ERP integration for North American distribution.
Previously, Expert was the Distribution Center Manager at Dr. Martens Airwair, where he managed U.S. distribution for wholesale, retail, and e-commerce channels. His responsibilities included optimizing the workforce to handle fluctuating demand, which involved managing a staff ranging from 75 to 150 employees. His expertise in facility operations was further demonstrated in his role as the Regional Distribution Center Implementation Manager at Wacom Technology Corp., where he led the establishment of nine regional centers across the globe, successfully navigating multicultural teams to standardize inventory management processes.
Expert's leadership experience extends to his tenure as Director of Operations at The Clymb, where he managed distribution operations across multiple locations and secured logistics contracts to support the company's growth. His earlier career includes a long-standing role at LaCrosse Footwear, where he oversaw the relocation and expansion of distribution facilities, and at adidas America, where he managed direct distribution operations and was instrumental in setting up a new e-commerce distribution center.
Expert's skills in project management, Lean Six Sigma methodologies, and third-party logistics management have been key to his success in driving operational efficiencies and supporting business growth. His diverse experience in supply chain management makes him a trusted expert in solving complex logistical challenges and implementing innovative solutions.
Education
| Year | Degree | Subject | Institution |
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| Year: 2018 | Degree: Six Sigma Logistics Greenbelt | Subject: Six Sigma Logistics | Institution: Purdue University |
Work History
| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
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| Years: 2020 to 2024 | Employer: On Running | Title: Head of Logistics, North America | Department: |
Responsibilities:• Lead management of North American 3PL distribution and logistics partners, directing operations across a 2 million square foot footprint. Spearheaded growth initiatives, increasing shipment capacity from 4 million units to 18 million units within a span of 4 years. Produce forecasting and capacity planning for 4 Distribution Centers in North America.• Project Manager for Goods to Person automated Fulfillment Centers in California and Georgia. • ERP implementation workstream lead for NA distribution. • SOX process control • Inventory Manager for 20,000+ SKU’s |
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| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
| Years: 2017 to 2020 | Employer: Dr Martens Airwair | Title: Distribution Center Manager | Department: |
Responsibilities:• Direct US Distribution operations from a Portland, OR facility, overseeing a dynamic workforce comprising both full-time and contingent employees. Effectively manage staffing levels ranging from 75 to 150 individuals to meet the demands of Wholesale, Retail Stores, and Ecommerce channels.• Improved OTIF performance from 70% to 98% |
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| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
| Years: 2014 to 2016 | Employer: Wacom Technology Corp. | Title: Regional DC Implementation Manager | Department: |
Responsibilities:• Implementation manager for 9 regional distribution centers: Memphis, Dusseldorf, Tokyo, Seoul, Sydney, Singapore, Guangzhou, Shanghai, and Taipei.• Performed region analysis and site selection, scope and rate negotiation with 3PL partner, EDI project management, SOP creation, training, facility readiness and inventory transfer. • Lead global project with multicultural teams. • Created global policy for physical inventory and cycle count process |
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| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
| Years: 2012 to 2013 | Employer: The Clymb | Title: Director of Operations | Department: |
Responsibilities:TheClymb.com is a private retail community - connecting premium outdoor brands with passionate, influential end users.• Manage distribution operations through Ops department staff in Portland, Brooklyn and Louisville. • Negotiate third party (3PL) warehousing agreements, freight contracts, and small parcel contracts • Relocated warehouse operation from Brooklyn, NY to Louisville, KY • Implement and manage POR metric (perfect order rate) |
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| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
| Years: 2005 to 2012 | Employer: LaCrosse Footwear | Title: Distribution Manager | Department: |
Responsibilities:LaCrosse Footwear, Inc. is a leading developer and marketer of premium and innovative footwear for work, outdoor and casual users.• Manage distribution operations shipping $90 million annually. • Responsible for the sales sample distribution and finished goods inventory management. • Manage raw material warehouse supporting a lean manufacturing operation. • Danner Distribution Center relocation from a 40,000 sq ft facility to a new 110,000 sq ft facility. |
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| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
| Years: 1998 to 2000 | Employer: Adidas America | Title: Direct Distribution Manager | Department: |
Responsibilities:• Manage direct distribution, cross-dock facilities, and promotional/sample distribution.• Manage vendor compliance labeling programs with overseas factories. • Manage 3rd Party Logistics contracts and performance metrics. • Implemented a distribution center for adidas' newly formed e-commerce division. • Opened cross-dock and deconsolidation distribution facility in Clemmons, NC. • Closed Portland distribution facility and combined operations with adidas' California facility. |
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Career Accomplishments
| Licenses / Certifications |
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| Lean Six Sigma greenbelt, Purdue University, 2012 |