John Cook
Vice President–Level Logistics & Supply Chain Executive | North America Operations | P&L Ownership | Multi-Site Distribution | 3PL & Network Optimization | Cost Reduction & Automation
- Role
- Head of Logistics at Barry Callebaut Group
- Location
- Allentown, PA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About John Cook
Senior operations and logistics executive with nearly 20 years of experience leading large-scale North American distribution and supply chain networks across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Proven leader in P&L ownership, multi-site warehouse and logistics operations, 3PL governance, and network optimization within complex manufacturing and distribution environments.Recognized for delivering measurable business results, including $9M+ in continuous improvement savings, 20% productivity gains, and a 35% reduction in customer complaints. Deep expertise in building standardized operating models, implementing automation and digitization initiatives, optimizing inventory and working capital, and driving margin improvement through disciplined execution.Trusted advisor to executive leadership with a track record of transforming logistics organizations to support growth, scalability, and service excellence. Known for hands-on leadership, data-driven decision making, and strong cross-functional partnership across operations, supply chain, finance, manufacturing, and commercial teams
Experience
Head of Logistics
May 2024 — Present · US
Own end-to-end North American logistics strategy and execution across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, with full P&L accountability.• Lead regional warehousing, inventory control, transportation, and distribution operations across 4 distribution sites and 12 external logistics partners.• Govern 3PL and contract logistics relationships, including warehouse bidding, vendor performance management, and SLA compliance.• Establish standardized operating models, SOPs, governance frameworks, and enterprise KPIs across production plants and distribution centers.• Deliver $9M in continuous improvement savings and improve network productivity by 20%.• Implement Global Business Centers generating an additional $2M in cost reductions.• Lead automation, digitization, and risk-reduction initiatives, contributing to a 35% reduction in customer complaints.
Education
Albright
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
2013 — 2015
Lincoln Tech
Certificate for electrical repair, Electronic repair
2008 — 2009
LCCC
Associates, Business Administration
2009 — 2013
Skills
- Labor Management
- Operations Management
- Supply Chain Optimization
- Cycle Counting
- Receiving
- Logistics Management
- Supply Chain Operations
- Customer Service
- Warehouse Management Systems
- Logistics
- Truckload
- Supply Chain Management
- Distribution Center Operations
- 5s
- Transportation
- Six Sigma
- Budgets
- Forklift Operation
- Warehouse Operations
- Employee Relations
- Inventory Management
- Inventory Control
- Warehousing
- Negotiation
- 3pl
- Shipping
- Management
- Team Building
- Budget Management
- Hiring
- Business Process Improvement
- Supply Chain
- Leadership
- Forklift Operator
- Freight
- Inventory Accuracy
- Process Improvement
- Warehouse Management
- Ltl
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