Zachary Brooklyn

About Zachary Brooklyn

As a seasoned Consultant & Director of Manufacturing & Supply Chain Operations, I have honed my expertise in optimizing solutions and mitigating risks within the complex spheres of supply chain, distribution, manufacturing, and transportation operations. My strategic acumen is matched by a commitment to financial discipline and hands-on supply chain leadership, which has culminated in the creation of detailed manufacturing forecasts and a robust business strategy with an emphasis on long-term sustainability and a culture that values people and safety.• Directly reporting to the Managing Partner of Supply Chain at Tata Consultancy Services since 2022, I\'ve led a team of 12 consultants and analysts in delivering advanced supply chain solutions for Fortune 500 clients in diverse industries.• Spearheaded strategic distribution network designs, transportation reorganizations, and the implementation of new WMS systems, leading to significant inventory improvements. • At Amazon Web Services, as a Senior Supply Chain Manager, I managed a P&L of $150M and 15 3PL facilities globally, enhancing server infrastructure distribution and significantly improving inventory planning and logistics operations.• During my time at General Motors, I was entrusted with the supply chain network for the Chevrolet Bolt, overseeing a team of over 200, and aligning manufacturing strategies with executive stakeholders to perfect inventory availability.In every role, I have proudly led diverse teams, developed and tightened processes based on KPIs, and introduced innovative Industry 4.0 projects. With a strong foundation in servant leadership and team development, I have consistently achieved substantial cost savings and optimized material management on an international scale.

Experience

1. Associate Director, Supply Chain Engagement

   Tata Consultancy Services

   Mar 2022 — Present · Washington, DC, US

   Directly reporting to the Managing Partner of Supply Chain, managing a team of 12 consultants and analysts serving top-tier Fortune 500 clients in the life sciences, technology, and heavy manufacturing sectors. This role involves strategic leadership in distribution network design, transportation reorganization, new WMS system implementation, and inventory level improvements across client networks.• Engaged with C-suite customers to forge robust partnerships and deliver tailored supply chain solutions.• Directed cross-functional teams to support client objectives, leading to enhancements in their supply chain processes.• Successfully implemented advanced logistics and transportation industry research to develop and execute a new international 3PL supplier base strategy.• Launched Industry 4.0 projects, integrating predictive analytics, AI, and cloud computing into supply chain ecosystems.• Achieved substantial material and logistics cost savings for clients, totaling ~$100M in combined annual reductions.

Education

• Georgia Southern University

  Bachelor’s Degree, Business Administration and Logistics

  2003 — 2009

• Rutgers Business School

  Master’s Degree, Supply Chain Management

  2017 — 2020

Skills

• Logistics
• Warehousing
• Logistics Management
• 3pl
• Transportation
• Shipping
• Management
• Microsoft Office
• Freight
• Container
• Project Management
• Warehouse Management
• Operations Management
• Continuous Improvement
• Training
• Supply Chain
• Supply Chain Management
• International Logistics
• Transportation Management
• Business Objects
• Web Intelligence
• Supply Chain Optimization
• Freight Forwarding
• Air Freight
• Analysis
• Ocean
• Process Improvement
• Leadership
• Reverse Logistics
• Customs Regulations
• Ocean Freight
• Inventory Management
• Customer Service
• Supplier Negotiation
• Pricing
• Third-Party Logistics (3pl)
• Warehouse Operations
• Warehouse Management Systems
• Sap Netweaver