Joe Gallante
Naperville
Summary
Dynamic Operations and Supply Chain Manager with expertise in logistics management, supplier relationship management, and continuous improvement initiatives. Proven track record of optimizing operational processes and enhancing forecasting accuracy to drive efficiency and cost savings.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations and Supply Chain Manager
Leroy Seafood Group USA
Chapel Hill, NC
03.2023 - 06.2026
- Orchestrated timely and proactive communication with operational vendors and sales teams.
- Conducted thorough audits and approvals of vendor invoices to ensure accuracy and financial control.
- Identified and communicated discrepancies between actual costs and accruals to sales team and management for enhanced decision-making.
- Optimized default accruals to enhance financial management practices.
- Assisted in analyzing sales reports and margin data to identify discrepancies. Supported the forensic review of financial documents to ensure accuracy. Collaborated with teams to correct errors in margin analysis.
- Directed oversight and management of sales team operations.
- Utilized analytical tools to conduct comprehensive audits and optimize operational cost efficiency.
- Led and expanded Lusa operations team, aligning efforts with company values and activities.
Manager of Sales Operations
Goldcoast Logistics
Elgin, IL
04.2021 - 03.2023
- Spearheaded startup brokerage initiatives, driving operational scale to $25 million within two years.
- Assisted in developing reporting structures for daily, weekly, and monthly queries. Guided employees in operating within the TMS since the start of their employment.
- Assumed full responsibility for accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, ensuring timely processing and accuracy.
- Provided IT support for brokerage operations. Gained foundational knowledge in IT to assist brokerage effectively.
- Contributed to a positive workplace culture. Fostering a supportive team environment. Encouraged high morale through collaboration.
Global Supply Chain Analyst
Hofseth North America
Rosemont, IL
03.2020 - 04.2021
- Analyzed supply chain data to identify trends and optimize inventory management.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance procurement strategies and supplier relationships.
- Developed forecasting models to improve demand planning accuracy and minimize stockouts.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined operations and reduced lead times significantly.
Supply Chain Operations Manager
Fulton Market Group
Chicago, IL
10.2018 - 03.2020
- Led supply chain strategy initiatives to enhance operational efficiency across multiple product lines.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, reducing excess stock and improving turnover rates.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize logistics operations and ensure timely delivery of products.
- Developed and implemented procurement strategies, resulting in cost savings and supplier performance improvements.
Logistics Coordinator
Aldi
Batavia, IL
07.2015 - 10.2018
- Directed execution of daily operational plans through effective management of carrier assignments and tracking activities.
- Executed updates and entries of operational data within TMS to ensure data accuracy.
- Facilitated coordination and communication of operational requests regarding shipment status and ad hoc execution with carrier dispatch division and supplier shipping managers.
- Oversaw resolution of operational failures within carrier divisions, ensuring timely delivery of freight.
- Identified and communicated opportunities for system-related and operational enhancements to logistics manager.
- Oversaw transportation cost management to optimize spending and ensure timely delivery.
Senior Account Executive
CH Robinson
Woodridge, IL
03.2012 - 07.2015
- Spearheaded service management and cultivated existing client relationships.
- Assisted in conducting tactical business reviews. Supported the independent sourcing and negotiation of rates.
- Aided in problem-solving and managing issues.
- Facilitated collaboration with team to enhance forecasting and strategic business planning.
- Cultivated relationships with key customer contacts across various departments and levels.
- Oversaw customer expectations by implementing standard operating procedures and analyzing account metrics.
- Guided and developed training programs for transportation representatives.
Oracle Security Administrator
Supervalu
Franklin Park, IL
06.2009 - 03.2012
- Utilized SQL Developer to efficiently prepare and retrieve customer data.
- Evaluated data sets to deliver insightful professional feedback.
- Executed daily and quarterly audits to uphold departmental and system security standards.
- Administered updates to roles and permission lists for thousands of users.
- Oversaw page-level data management to ensure foundational integrity of Oracle systems.
- Optimized table configuration to enhance data accessibility.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Illinois State University
Normal, IL05-2009
Skills
- Warehouse operations
- Continuous improvement initiatives
- Supplier relationship management
- Logistics management
- Supply chain management
- Forecasting accuracy
- Staff management
- Supply chain distribution
- Transportation management
- Relationship building
- Supplier negotiation
- Supply and demand requirements
- Team management
- Time management
Timeline
Operations and Supply Chain Manager
Leroy Seafood Group USA
03.2023 - 06.2026
Manager of Sales Operations
Goldcoast Logistics
04.2021 - 03.2023
Global Supply Chain Analyst
Hofseth North America
03.2020 - 04.2021
Supply Chain Operations Manager
Fulton Market Group
10.2018 - 03.2020
Logistics Coordinator
Aldi
07.2015 - 10.2018
Senior Account Executive
CH Robinson
03.2012 - 07.2015
Oracle Security Administrator
Supervalu
06.2009 - 03.2012
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Illinois State University