EDWARD CUSACK 1740 Hannum Drive, Streetsboro, Ohio 44241 330.541.2191 330.310.2574 edvicusack@yahoo.

com

DIRECTOR OF LOGISTICS/TRANSPORTATION/DISTRIBUTION CORPORATE LOGISTICS MANAGER

QUALIFICATIONS PROFILE Results-driven and dynamic management professional offering wide-ranging experti se in operations analysis, total quality management, production scheduling, logi stics/distribution, purchasing, safety, material planning, inventory control, an d regulatory compliance. Excellent managerial traits with the ability to lead, g uide, and control a team and subordinates, combined with uncommon team building and team management dexterity and remarkable ability in achieving challenging te am-work targets as demonstrated in managing a large distribution center as well as managing a multi-million dollar business. Documented success in the developme nt and implementation of new inventory programs and warehouse daily operations. Displays proficiency in learning new business software in a variety of supply ch ain, warehousing, transportation, and scheduling formats. Articulate communicato r with fluency in English and conversant in Spanish language. Proficient in usi ng Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), Warehouse Management System, Exceed, Accuplus, EDI, Transportation Software, Pro phecy, Roadshow, Turnpike e-logs, Compliance, JJ Keller and understanding of SAP , PeopleSoft software.

CORE STRENGTHS Transportation Management Warehouse/Facilities Management Supply Chain Strategies Materials Control Expedition Distribution Operations Inventory Supply Control Ground Safety/Risk Assessment Integrated Logistics Support Operational Risk Management Training Programs Procedural Review Team Management

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE NORTH COAST LOGISTICS ~ BROOK PARK, OH Director of Operation 2010-2011 A national third party logistics, distribution, supply chain, and transportation provider. Assume full responsibility in overseeing multiple locations with more th an 2M sq. ft warehouse space for food grade, automotive Hazmat pick-pack, nittin g and cross dock distribution.

Provide expert oversight in analyzing warehouse flow by conducting inven tory and warehouse KPI tracking to maximize Supply Chain operational effectivene ss and reduce operational costs for Morton Salt (Wal-Mart) and GO JO Industries. Effectively worked with Corporate 500 national supply chain managers in maximizing logistical requirements. Notable Contributions: Remarkably surpassed 99% efficiency ratings that exceeded industry stand ards within 10 months of tenure. Successfully turned unsatisfied customer of Morton Salt into one of Nort h Coasts most satisfied customers. DEDICATED CONTRACT TRANSPORTATION (DCT LOGISTICS) / TEAM ONE LOGISTICS INC. ~ BE DFORD HEIGHTS, OH Director 2001-2010 A national third party logistics, distribution, supply chain, personnel and tran sportation provider. Supervised 2 regional managers, 10 transportation managers, 10 distribut ion managers, 6 office managers, 1 brokerage department manager, 1 LTL manager, 12 supervisors, and more than 300 direct reports. Increased yearly gross revenue from $800 thousand to $25 million. Orchestrated quoting, opening, and development activities for Exxon Film Division, Multifoods (Pillsbury)/Best Brands, International Paper (Weyerhaeuser ), Georgia Pacific, International Foods, and many more accounts. Instituted a Brokerage Department that grossed $500 thousand monthly, wi th strong spread percent and netting a consistent monthly profit. Ensured conformity with the N.E. United States D.O.T Compliance and Huma n Resources function for Team One, DCTs sister company that supplied 1400 full-time logistics personnel to U.P.S, Honda, and Papa Johns. Introduced and drafted company procedure policy as well as employee and manager employee handbooks, which resulted to increased employee retention and p assing of ISO 9000/1 requirements. Initiated national vendor purchasing contracts with Goodyear/Wingfoot, B andage Tire, Star Trailer Leasing, Xtra Trailer Lease, Ryder Leasing, Penske Lea sing, Comdata, Truckers B2b, and others. Led various site start-ups which require software roll out and software training for employees. Held accountability in managing P&L statements, all customer invoicing a nd accounts payable approval function. Effectively reduced the utilization and negotiated lower LTL, rail, ocea n container, air, and small package rates. Notable Contributions: Contributed to the expansion of company having 1 location with 12 employ ees in 50,000 sq. ft. operation turned into 10 locations in multiple states empl oying more than 300 people with a 24hr/365 day schedule through successful imple mentation of a 6-year development plan. Remarkably increased the number of semi-tractor fleet from 7 tractors to more than 125 tractors, and from 25 53-ft. trailer fleet to more than 500 trail ers. Significantly enlarged warehouse space from 50,000 sq. ft. to more than 400,000 sq. ft. in multiple locations. Consistently maintained Supply Chain distribution and transportation KPI accuracies at 99.99% efficiency ratings. Maximized operational efficiencies and minimized costs by analyzing logi stic networks and lanes. Successfully obtained a Superior rating from the American Institute Baking (AI B).

Upgraded drivers from red logs to e-logs, reducing driver time in comple ting paperwork, improving driver productivity, and minimizing log compliance to two people, which led to $65 thousand decreased in yearly employee expenses. Boosted company revenue from $800 thousand to $25 million gross; expande d from 1 domicile to 10 domiciles in multiple states, from 8 tractors to more th an 125 tractors, and from 30 trailers to more than 500 trailers. MARCONI COMMUNICATIONS ~ LORAIN, OH Logistic Manager 2000-2001 Manufacturer of electronic telephone switch boards and electronic components. Effectively handled 3 shifts of distribution employees in multiple 300,0 00 sq. ft. modern distribution centers and numerous foreign 3PL distribution cen ters. Assumed full responsibility in managing the Logistics, International, Su pply Chain, Packaging/Container and Distribution departments. Supervised 6 department managers, 12 managers, 10 supervisors, and 250 d irect reports. Held accountable in overseeing facility operations and initiating severa l distribution centers from ground up, including mapping of layout to ensure max imization of best flow savings. Notable Contributions: Executed the use of RF scan system that tied into SAP; presented yearly P&L with a financial budget of more than $200 million. Minimized LTL costs by 15% off of Zar Light 98 while decreasing air, rail, and expedited costs by 8%. Efficiently lessened work force by 75% from 2001 to 2002 communication i ndustry downturn. WIRE EXPRESS INC. (A DIVISION OF THERM-O-LINK INC.) ~ GARRETTSVILLE, OH Logistic Operations Manager 1996-2000 Manufacturer of wire for automotive, appliance and construction industries. Grew the distribution / Traffic Company to 21 employees with 30 independ ent owner operators. Cultivated and executed an operational, asset, and financial budget plan that saved the company from losing $20,000 per month to profitable six-figure g ross revenue. Assumed full responsibility in managing more than 200,000 sq. ft. of mul ti-plant distribution warehouses in Warren, Ohio and El Paso, Texas. Notable Contributions: Productively passed the D.O.T. and P.U.C.O. audits. Generated significant cost reduction; established good will with owner o perator; and developed and maintained national fuel accounts for fuel, tires, an d maintenance. Increased the number of company employees from 6 to 50. Successfully saved the company from losing $20,000 a month to profitable six-figure gross revenue. Multiplied the numbers of company truck fleet from 10 trucks to 18 truck s, and owner operator truck fleet from 1 to 30 trucks. Established a just in time distribution and logistical analysis plan and warehouse bar code scanning system that monitored product count, location, rota tion and days in inventory, which reduced warehouse space needs by 50%.

EARLIER CAREER TRI-STATE EXPEDITED SERVICES, INC. ~ PERRYSBURG, OH Sales Representative/National Account FALLS MOTOR COMPANY ~ CUYAHOGA FALLS, OH Owner of a Distribution and Transportation 3PL LEASEWAY TRANSPORTATION ~ BEACHWOOD, OH Northeast United States and Canada Senior Marketing Manager

EDUCATION Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Minor in Marketing UNIVERSITY OF AKRON ~ AKRON, OH

PROFESSIONAL TRAINING Multiple Sales Training Schools Towlift Instructor Qualification Course

ACTIVITIES Former Softball Coach - Girls Youth League