Jordan Kellett

About Jordan Kellett

I am a supply chain and logistics professional with 15+ years of experience in procurement, global distribution, and operations management. My background spans industries from manufacturing to services, giving me a well-rounded perspective on how to optimize complex supply chains.Throughout my career, I’ve delivered measurable results by:Reducing logistics costs through strategic carrier sourcing and contract negotiationImproving service reliability with data-driven performance trackingDriving operational efficiency through process improvements and automationWhat sets me apart is my ability to balance commercial goals with operational execution. Having worked both as a customer (BCO) and within logistics organizations, I bring a unique perspective that allows me to understand challenges from multiple sides and deliver strategies that truly work.I’m excited to connect with teams that want to strengthen their supply chain performance and build smarter, more resilient operations.

Experience

1. Senior Supply Chain Manager

   Ingevity

   Jun 2019 — Present · Charleston, SC, US

   Logistics and Distribution Strategy and Sourcing -Provide Comprehensive reporting on market-data, spending, and supply chain risks, along with cost-benefit analysis to inform strategic decision making-Utilize available data and market conditions to adapt tactics to ensure agility in response to changing business needs-Lead sourcing of new and improved logistics solutions through global strategic procurement initiatives-Strategically manage Ingevity’s logistic and distribution footprint, utilizing both company-owned and third-party assets to ensure the seamless transportation of inbound raw materials and global distribution of finished products equating to $2B in annual sales revenue-Collaborate across all business functions (Sales, Finance, S & OP, Operations, etc.) to anticipate and address costs and logistical challenges, while identifying opportunities for improvement. Vendor Relations-Drive continuous improvement initiatives by developing then analyzing performance standards and identifying areas for improvement and cost savings opportunities.

Education

• Lamar University

  Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.), Public Administration

  2008 — 2010

• College of Charleston

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and Government

  2001 — 2004

Skills

• Freight
• Public Policy
• Shipping
• Logistics
• Training
• Program Management
• Supply Chain Management
• Customer Service
• Transportation
• Military Logistics
• Leadership
• Logistics Management
• Management
• Troubleshooting
• Process Improvement
• Public Administration
• Freight Forwarding
• Supply Chain Operations
• Analysis
• Operations Management