Al Schyman

About Al Schyman

Senior global logistics and procurement executive with proven leadership in leading transportation, warehousing, and 3PL/4PL strategy across complex global networks. I’ve managed more than $700M in annual logistics spend and delivered multimillion-dollar savings through ocean freight optimization, warehouse performance improvement, and supplier negotiations.My leadership approach blends data-driven decision-making with cross-functional collaboration. I enjoy building high-performing teams, mentoring future leaders, and partnering with operations, supply chain, and finance to drive measurable results.Key strengths include:Global logistics procurement strategy (ocean, air, LTL/FTL, parcel)Warehouse cost optimization + network footprint optimization3PL/4PL partner management and governanceNetwork design and productivity initiativesExecutive stakeholder engagement across Supply Chain, Operations, and FinanceLeading large-scale RFQs and global -wide sourcing programsDeveloping talent and mentoring emerging leadersCurrently pursuing my MBA at the University of Delaware (Class of 2026), where I’m focused on finance, operations management, and strategic leadership. I serve as a mentor in the UD MBA program and am committed to continuous learning and professional development.I’m passionate about transforming supply chains, improving cost and service performance, and helping organizations unlock value in their logistics and procurement functions.

Experience

1. Global Procurement, Logistics Leader

   Solenis

   Feb 2023 — Present · Wilmington, DE, US

   Accountable for the global ocean-freight category and North America warehousing & transportation procurement supporting Solenis’s multi-billion-dollar specialty-chemicals network.• Delivered >$1.7 M in working-capital and freight-cost savings through structured RFQs, supplier diversification, and payment-term optimization.• Designed and launched the Global Air Freight Policy (2025) and initiated the 2026 Global Ocean RFQ using an 80 / 20 lane strategy to drive 10 %+ projected cost reduction.• Established supplier-performance dashboards and a Logistics COE framework to improve transparency, compliance, and on-time delivery.• Mentor and coach colleagues globally on category strategy, analytics, and stakeholder alignment.• Currently completing an MBA (’26) at the University of Delaware – Alfred Lerner College of Business & Economics, strengthening leadership and financial-strategy skills.

Education

• Hampden-Sydney College

  BA, Economics

• Alfred Lerner College of Business & Economics at University of Delaware

  Master of Business Administration - MBA