Bob Newcom

Director, Freight Procurement @Smurfit Westrock

Smyrna, GA, US
EMAILS
b••••••••@smurfitwestrock.com
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WORK HISTORY

Feb 2016 — Present

Director, Freight Procurement @Smurfit Westrock

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SKILLS

TruckloadSupply Chain ManagementSourcingProcurement OutsourcingProcurement ContractsOrganizational DevelopmentLtl ShippingInternational LogisticsTeam MentoringTrainingLogisticsStrategic LeadershipNegotiationAir FreightLtlFreight ForwardingBusiness TransformationValue SellingGlobal SourcingThird-Party Logistics (3pl)Transportation3plPurchasingValue CreationSupply Chain OptimizationWarehousingLogistics ConsultingWarehouse OperationsLeadershipSupply ChainLeadership DevelopmentLogistics ManagementTeam LeadershipFreightTransportation ManagementMentoringOcean

ABOUT BOB NEWCOM

Accomplished Supply Chain Leader with track record of successful strategic supply chain initiatives for multi-billion-dollar organizations- Motivational leader by example who leverages individual talents, fosters teamwork, collaboration, and accountability. Strong organizational development, recruiting, and training skills to ensure peak results- Engaging, persuasive, consultative communicator with exceptional negotiation skills, effectively structuring complex, multi-year, multi-million dollar purchasing & service agreements- Advanced expertise in logistics strategy(s) leading the evaluation, selection, and implementation of global distribution solutions working collaboratively with sourcing for inbound and manufacturing for outbound finished goods, including expertise in all modes of transportation (air, all ground modes, water, barge, & courier)- Recognized by executive leadership as a valued partner who models integrity, urgency, and excellence in delivery of winning supply chain strategies with multi-million-dollar impacts to profitability.

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