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Aaron Leach

Allawah,NSW

Summary


I am a Logistics industry professional with thirty eight (38) years’ experience. My strengths are within transport and distribution with proven success managing small, medium and major transport organisation’s operations and its development. My expertise is Transport Operations dominant however this has been complimented within recent years with warehousing and sales/ development of business experience.

I have a proven ability to mentor staff and implement cost-effective strategies that drive business success.



Overview

38
38
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales & Logistics Manager

Logichaul Transport
05.2022 - Current
  • Assisted in coordinating logistics operations to ensure timely delivery of products.
  • Monitored logistics performance and identified improvement opportunities.
  • Managed logistics budgets and forecasting to achieve cost-effective operations.
  • Developed strong relationships with customers, leading to improved pricing and service levels.
  • Negotiated favorable terms with carriers, resulting in significant cost savings for the organization without compromising service quality.
  • Promoted brand at industry events and through ongoing networking efforts.

Fleet Operations Manager

AIRCL Transport
01.2018 - 04.2022
  • Supervised daily fleet operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
  • Streamlined vehicle maintenance scheduling, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing downtime.
  • Coordinated logistics for fleet deployment, optimizing routing and resource allocation.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by working closely with clients to understand their needs and provide tailored solutions.
  • Maintained accurate driver information for delivery scheduling.
  • Prospected for leads to build pipeline and convert to sales opportunities.

NSW Operations Manager

The Glen Cameron Group
01.2016 - 09.2016
  • Developed and enforced standard operating procedures to ensure compliance and consistency.
  • Coordinated resource allocation to maximize productivity across all departments.

NSW Contracts Manager

The Glen Cameron Group
11.2013 - 01.2016

One of Australia's leading 3rd party logistics (3PL) providers, servicing all or part of the supply chain requirements of some of the nation's largest and most visible corporations. Glen Cameron Group NSW were appointed Woolworths Primary Freight head contractor in 2013. Commencing in August, the start-up was poor for various reasons. In Nov 2013, I took the opportunity to utilise my many years of logistics expertise, & take this contract to another level.

Having hit the ground running with Christmas volumes looming; I successfully improved in 3 short months the:

  • Delivery Service: DIFOT from 52% to 97%

• Customer relations- including innovation

• Customer Vendor trust/ relationship & development

• Commercial profitability & sustainability

• KPI recording/ delivery & performance

• Targets & Goals: set/ achieved & maintained

• Team Morale • Team responsibilities & accountabilities (Local & National)

• Vehicle maintenance & upkeep

NSW Operations Manager

Toll Group
08.2005 - 08.2013
  • Streamlined operational processes to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
  • Led cross-functional teams in implementing process improvements and best practices.
  • Developed and monitored key performance indicators to assess operational effectiveness.
  • Trained and mentored staff on operational procedures and safety standards.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
  • Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
  • Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.

National Linehaul Manager

Linfox Transport
01.2002 - 05.2005

Managing our National Account Carter Holt Harvey, for their Intra & Interstate requirements. Up to 100+ movements of FTL loads per day Nationally.


Branch Operations Manager

Linfox Transport
05.2000 - 01.2002
  • Streamlined branch operations to enhance efficiency and reduce processing time.
  • Led cross-functional teams to implement process improvements and ensure compliance with regulations.
  • Developed training programs for staff to enhance customer service skills and operational knowledge.
  • Analyzed performance metrics to identify areas for operational enhancements and cost reductions.

NSW Operations Manager

TNT Logistics
05.1997 - 04.2000

Education

High School Diploma -

Church College Of New Zealand
Hamilton, New Zealand
08-1986

Skills

  • Warehouse management
  • Distribution management
  • Logistics management
  • Transportation management
  • Mentoring and training
  • Freight cost reporting
  • Client relationship management
  • Critical thinking

Timeline

Sales & Logistics Manager

Logichaul Transport
05.2022 - Current

Fleet Operations Manager

AIRCL Transport
01.2018 - 04.2022

NSW Operations Manager

The Glen Cameron Group
01.2016 - 09.2016

NSW Contracts Manager

The Glen Cameron Group
11.2013 - 01.2016

NSW Operations Manager

Toll Group
08.2005 - 08.2013

National Linehaul Manager

Linfox Transport
01.2002 - 05.2005

Branch Operations Manager

Linfox Transport
05.2000 - 01.2002

NSW Operations Manager

TNT Logistics
05.1997 - 04.2000

High School Diploma -

Church College Of New Zealand
Aaron Leach