Vanessa Salas

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ABOUT VANESSA SALAS

I am a results-driven supply chain professional with experience leading large-scale operations and driving logistics and network optimization strategy across North America. My background spans transportation, fulfillment, and end-to-end supply chain execution, with a focus on improving efficiency, reducing costs, and strengthening service performance.At Amazon, I led teams of 200+ associates in high-volume fulfillment environments, delivering strong operational performance through a people-first leadership approach while managing complex, fast-paced supply chain operations.At Unilever, I partnered with operational and corporate stakeholders across North America to optimize transportation across hundreds of Beauty & Wellbeing sites serving customers including Costco, Walmart, Target, and Sam’s Club. My work focused on reducing costs and improving network efficiency by maximizing truckload utilization, strengthening transportation planning, and ensuring strong on-time delivery performance. I also led Direct Plan Ship initiatives, implemented no-touch automation for special packs (Menasha), and drove IMDL conversion projects, delivering millions of dollars in cost savings.As Associate Logistics Development Manager at Magnum Ice Cream, I partner with cross-functional teams to identify and deliver logistics optimization initiatives that drive cost savings and operational efficiency. My role focuses on developing and executing strategic projects across the supply chain, including transportation improvements, network optimization, and CAPEX investments that enhance service, scalability, and long-term operational performance.I’m known for my empathetic leadership style and ability to build strong teams. I am fluent in French, completed Human Resources Management coursework through Cornell University, and participated in an accelerated program at the Tuck School of Business focused on business strategy and analytical marketing.