Tyler Lewis

• Phone: +1 416 555 0123
• Email: tyler.lewis@email.com
• Location: Toronto, Canada
• LinkedIn: tyler-lewis-logistics-canada

Summary

Led cross-functional teams in optimizing complex supply chain networks for 7+ years, consistently driving cost reductions and enhancing operational efficiency. Expertise in demand forecasting, inventory management, and transportation logistics, ensuring seamless goods movement from origin to destination.

Implemented advanced logistics software solutions, resulting in a 15% improvement in order fulfillment rates and a 10% decrease in overall shipping costs across multiple distribution channels. Proven ability to negotiate favorable vendor contracts and manage third-party logistics (3PL) relationships effectively.

Experience

Logistics Operations Manager, Maple Leaf Logistics Inc. -- Toronto, Canada

Mar 2020 – present

• Managed a team of 15 logistics professionals, overseeing daily operations for a regional distribution network serving 50+ clients.

• Reduced transportation costs by 12% through strategic route optimization and carrier negotiation, saving an average of $250,000 annually.

• Developed and implemented a new warehouse management system (WMS), improving inventory accuracy to 99.5% and reducing picking errors by 20%.

• Coordinated just-in-time (JIT) deliveries for key clients, achieving a 98% on-time delivery rate and enhancing customer satisfaction.

Senior Logistics Coordinator, Canadian Supply Chain Solutions -- Mississauga, Canada

Aug 2016 – Feb 2020

• Oversaw end-to-end logistics for international shipments, managing customs compliance and documentation for over 200 containers monthly.

• Negotiated freight rates with ocean carriers and air cargo providers, securing an average 8% cost reduction on international lanes.

• Streamlined order processing workflows, decreasing order-to-shipment time by 18% through process automation and team training.

• Analyzed logistics data to identify bottlenecks and propose solutions, contributing to a 5% overall improvement in supply chain efficiency.

Logistics Analyst, Northern Distribution Services -- Brampton, Canada

June 2014 – July 2016

• Conducted detailed analysis of transportation routes and modes, identifying opportunities for cost savings and service level improvements.

• Managed inventory levels across multiple warehouses, ensuring optimal stock rotation and minimizing obsolescence by 10%.

• Prepared weekly and monthly logistics performance reports, providing insights on KPIs such as delivery times, freight costs, and inventory turns.

• Assisted in the implementation of a new TMS (Transportation Management System), improving data visibility and decision-making.

Education

University of Toronto, Master of Management Analytics in Supply Chain Management -- Toronto, Canada

Sept 2018 – Apr 2020

York University, Bachelor of Business Administration in Business Administration with a focus on Operations Management -- Toronto, Canada

Sept 2010 – May 2014

Skills

Logistics & Supply Chain Management: Demand Forecasting, Inventory Management, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Freight Forwarding, Customs Compliance, Global Supply Chain, Last-Mile Delivery, Vendor Management, 3PL Management, Route Optimization, Cold Chain Logistics

Data Analysis & Software: Microsoft Excel (Advanced), SQL, Tableau, Power BI, SAP ERP, Oracle SCM Cloud, Lean Six Sigma, Data Visualization, Statistical Analysis

Operational Excellence: Process Improvement, Project Management, Risk Management, Performance Metrics (KPIs), Quality Control, Cost Reduction, Strategic Planning, Negotiation, Team Leadership, Cross-functional Collaboration