DAVID A.

STONICH
Nashville, TN 37206 615.927.1321 dstonich@gmail.com
www.linkedin.com/in/DavidStonich

Logistics & Supply Chain Management Executive

Results-driven international Logistics and Supply Chain Management Executive with more than 20 years of
experience leading transportation logistics throughout North America, Europe, and Asia. Develops innovative
technological, outsourcing, and process improvement initiatives to deliver exceptional cost savings and process
improvements. Leverages strategic planning and management for process optimization and TMS systems
implementation and integration. Strong negotiator who cultivates lucrative, long-lasting vendor relationships.
Recognized for exceptional business acumen and industry expertise.

Areas of Expertise

Customs Regulations
Third-Party Logistics
Vendor Management
Cost Containment
Procurement

International Multi-Modal Transportation

TMS Sourcing & Implementation
Global Account Management
Supply Chain Network Optimization
Strategic Planning & Management

P&L Management
Budget Administration
Cost Containment
Process Improvement
Project Management

Professional Experience
MODUSLINK GLOBAL SOLUTIONS, NASHVILLE , TN
2006 2015
DIRECTOR OF LOGISTICS
Global transportation and logistics strategy owner with a $56M annual transportation budget and a team of up
to 6 direct reports. Led TMS deployment for fulfillment operations across the United States, Mexico, the
Netherlands, the Czech Republic, China, and Singapore. Collaborated with other business units to develop
network configuration and transportation solutions aligned with company strategy and client requirements,
ensuring exceptional client satisfaction and contributing to revenue growth and retention. Delivered exceptional
technological and process improvements, including implementing global Precision Software, developing the
business case to implement MercuryGate TMS for 4PL business, and sourcing and managing an electronic freight
bill audit process through a third-party vendor.
NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS:
Drove $2M savings in air and ocean transport via RFP on a $10M spend and negotiated $1.5M savings in
North America small package on $14M spend. Led consortium-based RFP for latter contract across multiple
corporations.
Gained $15M in incremental transport brokerage business in 2015 by developing and implementing 3PL
transportation services strategy for B2C ex Netherlands and USA.
Custom designed transportation program for leading online auction companys emerging home seller
program, including forward and reverse logistics.
Increased operating income 15-30% by client with a newly designed transportation pricing program.
Pioneered the firms first U.S. Foreign Trade Zone by developing the business case and leading the successful
program implementation.
Streamlined customs operations by consolidating outsourced customs brokerages by global region.
TRANE COMPANY, CLARKSVILLE, TN
2004 2006
LOGISTICS MANAGER, TRANE COMMERCIAL SYSTEMS NORTH AMERICA
Managed 6 direct reports and a $50M annual transportation budget as the process owner for carrier
management and qualification for the commercial division. Directed procurement, daily planning, and execution
for multiple plants, overseeing LTL, Parcel, Air, and specialized equipment that included flatbed, stepdeck,
double-drop with coordinated crane, and helicopter jobsite (construction) deliveries. Manage quality and

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delivery of goods, price input and validation, and supply contracts. Delivered comprehensive oversight of
compliance by coordinating DOT and insurance requirements and CCIs & NAFTA documents. Managed claims in
coordination with Residential division.
TRANE COMPANY, CONTINUED
NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS:
Ensured favorable contract terms and service agreements by developing RFI/RFQ's for all regional
transportation and cultivating strong vendor relationships.
Led the business case and implementation of Red Prairie TMS.
Slashed $500k+ in costs by planning and leading a multi-plant consolidation and productivity project.
RR DONNELLEY & SONS/DLS LOGISTICS, CHICAGO, IL
1993 2004
CARRIER DEVELOPMENT, NORTH AMERICA, 2003 2004
Promoted from Supply Chain Solutions Management to provide strategic, operational, budgetary, and tactical
leadership as a direct report to VP of Transportation. Directed all procurement and development of a carrier
base to transport 200,000+ shipments across 200+ carriers with a $150M transportation spend. Led a team of 7
direct reports through strategic personnel management and professional development.
NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS:
Realized $700k+ in annual savings by renegotiating LTL contracts.
Cut $2M+ from fleet operations costs by developing and managing outsourced TL dedicated fleet operations
providing 98%+ on-time customer service.
Drove 10%+ in freight savings by implementing the i2 Transportation Optimizer for multi-DC ship planning.
Previous Positions at RR DONNELLY & SONS/DLS LOGISTICS:
SUPPLY CHAIN SOLUTIONS MANAGER, 2001 2003
SIX SIGMA BLACK BELT, 1999 2001
SENIOR TRANSPORTATION ANALYST, 1993 1998
SPARTAN EXPRESS, INC., (ROADWAY CORP.), BURBANK, IL
1992 1993
OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR, C HICAGO BREAKBULK
Consistently improved productivity and service performance for the Midwest region via the largest company
breakbulk.

Education & Training

Master of Business Administration, Marketing and Logistics
Northwestern University, Kellogg School of Management, Chicago, IL
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Bachelor of Science, Finance
Western Illinois University, Macomb, IL

Professional Affiliations
Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals
Gerson Lehrman Group Council of Advisors
Six Sigma Black Belt

Technology Expertise
Microsoft Office Suite (including Project & Visio)
TMS and Supply Chain: Llamasoft, Manugistics, i2, Red Prairie, Precision Software