Jude M. Plante
VP of Transportation @Barrett Distribution Centers, Inc.
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WORK HISTORY
VP of Transportation @Barrett Distribution Centers, Inc.
Franklin, MA, US
BARRETT DISTRIBUTION CENTERS // FRANKLIN MA // 10/2011 – PRESENT Vice President of Managed Transportation As VP of Managed Transportation, I provide oversight and direction across internal, and cross-functional relationships, and oversee significant carrier relationships to ensure on-time performance of the outsourced transportation network while controlling costs and driving revenue. Key Contributions- Mediated transportation agreements/contracts, negotiating favorable terms on behalf of nine national facilities- Championed the integration of innovative technologies, increasing system efficiency, streamlining workflows, while mitigating costs and boosting growth- Facilitated 2 successive long-term parcel contracts with largest US parcel carrier, achieving >15% savings with each negotiation- Negotiated <4% rate increases with LTL carriers during the height of the Covid pandemic, when carriers were aggressively revamping LTL contracts at 10% or higher- Spearheaded adoption of carton-size guardrails for specific brands, in partnership with IT, organically reducing shipping costs- Secured lower shipping fees from aggregate parcel contracts with regional carriers and postal aggregators.
EDUCATION
Johnson & Wales University
Bachelor of Science - BS, Operations Management
University of Rhode Island - College of Business
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Business (Supply Chain)
SKILLS
ABOUT JUDE M. PLANTE
I am an entrepreneurial Vice President of Transportation who achieves optimal results with competent planning, organization, and financial management. I create blueprints for performance metrics based on data analytics, strategizing on process improvement, interjecting operational enhancements for business development and revenue growth. An analytical thinker, I consistently demonstrate a forward-thinking approach via proven leadership and conflict resolution skills.With extensive experience in operations management across the transportation industry, I work with executive colleagues and talented personnel to implement plans and policies. An empowering leader, I support organizations with a unique perspective and appreciation that human capital is every organization\'s greatest asset. I also build top-level teams by recruiting, hiring, motivating, and mentoring them in achieving organizational goals and business strategies. I am a visionary who transforms business aspirations into initiatives that drive performance, profitability, growth, and employee engagement. I find considerable success despite adversities, and innovatively transpose visions and strategies into substantive, productive goals. Equipped with stellar communication and presentation skills, I am competent at illustrating data in conjunction with making insightful recommendations to key management and stakeholders. I am at ease in negotiating efficiently priced transportation deals and maintaining successful relationships throughout the supply chain.Advice for contacting Jude Plante: j••••••••@gmail.comExpertise:Strategic Direction, Business Analysis, Supply Chain Modeling, Fleet Management, Finance, Revenue Generation, Process Improvement, Performance Optimization, Risk Management
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