Darin H.

I am a results-driven Operations, Supply Chain, and Logistics Expert with over 12 years of experience optimizing complex, high-stakes environments across construction, medical manufacturing, government contracting, oil & gas, and large-scale infrastructure projects. My expertise spans strategic planning, procurement, vendor relationship management, multimodal logistics, contract negotiation, and process improvement, with a proven ability to turn operational inefficiencies into structured, scalable solutions. Services I Offer, but not limited to: 🔹 Supply Chain Optimization & Strategy – Streamlining procurement, inventory, and logistics to reduce costs, improve efficiency, and ensure supply chain resilience. 🔹 Logistics & Freight Management – Managing multimodal logistics, international freight, and transportation efficiency using KPI-driven performance tracking. 🔹 Procurement & Vendor Management – Negotiating contracts, revitalizing supplier relationships, and implementing strategic sourcing to mitigate risk and secure long-term supply stability. 🔹 Process Improvement & Lean Operations – Applying Six Sigma and data-driven methodologies to eliminate inefficiencies, reduce downtime, and drive cost savings. 🔹 KPI Development & Performance Analysis – Designing custom KPIs for supply chain and logistics operations, helping businesses track and optimize per-load, per-ton, and per-mile performance metrics. 🔹 Operational Strategy & Risk Mitigation – Leading high-stakes, large-scale projects with structured planning, data-driven insights, and proactive risk management. Throughout my career, I have successfully revitalized failing supplier relationships, reduced logistics costs, and developed KPI-driven supply chain frameworks to optimize performance. Whether leading teams, managing multi-million-dollar procurement strategies, or executing international freight operations, I approach every challenge with a data-driven mindset and a commitment to efficiency, risk mitigation, and operational excellence. Key Achievements: ✅ Led a multi-year, multi-continent logistics transformation for a $400M Antarctic construction project, reducing container costs by 50% and eliminating imminent schedule delays. ✅ Developed performance-driven KPIs for hydraulic fracturing logistics, optimizing transport efficiency across per-load, per-ton, and per-mile metrics. ✅ Implemented process improvements in heavy equipment procurement and dispatch, reducing downtime and increasing operational efficiency. ✅ Revitalized a damaged single-source manufacturing partnership, eliminating 12-week production delays, re-establishing trust, and securing long-term supply chain stability. ✅ Certified Six Sigma Green Belt, leveraging data analytics, lean methodologies, and continuous improvement to drive cost savings and streamline workflows. With experience in team leadership, workforce management, and high-risk operational planning, I thrive in dynamic, fast-paced industries where adaptability and execution are key. Passionate about building scalable, sustainable logistics and supply chain solutions, I am always looking for new challenges that push the boundaries of efficiency and strategic growth.