Tom O'Donnell

Work History

Logistics Senior Director - Global Origin Logistics

VF Corporation

01.2021 - Current

In my role of Senior Director - Origin Logistics, I am responsible for the overall design, sourcing, implementation and execution of Origin Logistics capabilities in support of VF’s Asia Sourcing Region (~90% of VF’s global supply base).
My portfolio has expanded to also cover Europe (EMEA) Logistics and APAC (Asia Pacific) Logistics. I additionally lead Global Logistics IT strategy, and have several other global portfolios such as leading International Dropship and Brand Sourced Logistics solutions.
My teams are responsible for sourcing and allocation for around 30,000 FEU of ocean freight capacity, annually, as well as 25M kg of airfreight which drives a spend in excess of $100M annually.
Leading the Origin Logistics team, I manage and maintain relationships with more than 20 Logistics partners including direct carrier contracts and freight forwarders. Additionally we are responsible for shipment execution ex 200 factories and 17 Container Freight Stations.
As part of a strategic resizing and relocation of VF’s Sourcing Office from HK to S.E. Asia, my first job was to stand up a new Logistics operation split between Singapore and Kuala Lumpur.
We since have embarked in a complete process transformation, having stood up an Engineering & Analytics team to streamline existing processes and create near real time visibility to aid data driven decisions.
Logistics fronts several forums for continuous collaboration with internal stakeholders working on such key initiatives as:
O Assimilating inbound raw materials logistics network to reduce cost and make lead-time predictable - (this has already netted ~$1.5M annual savings)
O Working across Planning & Brand Organizations to re-tool order management processes with a view to load factor optimization & improved factory OTP (annual optimization savings: ~$3M+)
O Working with Packaging Engineering to redesign carton design and selection process to reduce overall footprint by 5% cbm
O Working with Sourcing and Finance on key Sourcing decisions as part of the near and long term-sourcing horizon, including reworking our US Vans Retail Supply Chain to direct feed, which will result in $2.5 - $3M annual savings and reduce factory to shelf by 3 - 6 days.
O Developed a web based Air Spot Quote management process, allowing for swift spot quote opportunities, live bid, assessment and award - resulting in significant savings in past 12 months (total airfreight cost savings in 2022: $11.06M)
O A critical capability which we have developed has been a short, medium and long range logistics forecast capability allowing for tactical scale shift and long range network design. This has been a game changer for how we influence both internal and external stakeholders.
O As well as standing up a new team upon joining VF, I also developed and refined a 5 year Logistics capability roadmap, incorporating key process & people development aligned with IT investment - to move us from a tactical, short- range view to a strategic contributor to supply chain strategy.
O At year 4 of this journey we have developed world class operations, visibility and analytics capabilities, including leveraging Machine Learning and AI solutions to help to solve extremely complex challenges.
VF is a leading ~$12BN Fashion Retail company, owning a suite of premium brand names, sourced and fulfilled globally. Brands include The North Face, Timberland, Vans, Dickies.

Logistics Director – Asia Pacific, Apple Inc.

Apple

01.2017 - 01.2019

Responsible for the overall design, sourcing, implementation and execution of Logistics capabilities in support of Apple’s Asia Pacific Supply Chain. (Finished Goods, Apple Care, Emerging Markets – Bulk Freight, Parcel Delivery, Warehousing)
Managing a diverse international team of logistics leaders and professionals driving continuous innovation and the highest high levels of execution through peak and non-peak periods, for all routes to market.
Creating a skilled, dynamic team of Logistics and Supply Chain professionals
Direct accountability for annual logistics spend in support of Apple’s Logistics and Fulfilment strategies.
Continual collaboration with internal stakeholders with a view to developing robust business solutions
Developed Logistics Management System, including Forecast Management, OTP & Metrics tracking and analysis, and deeper analytics tools around speed, serviceability, customer experience.
Drive continuous improvement programmes targeted to deliver significant savings back to the business – well in excess of our 5% yoy target
Relationship development and continual management of deep partnership and collaboration with Logistics Service Providers for strategic initiatives around delivery matrix, capacity management across the region, scalability, cost reduction, process/system enhancements.
Development of multi year scale initiatives across the business, through partnering, onboarding, expansion and positioning of scale.
Leadership of APAC Loss Prevention programmes, including Trusted Trader SC initiatives, continuing to drive best in class loss ratios.
Driving Cultural initiatives across the team in the spirit of keeping the team motivated and energized through challenging periods.

Logistics Senior Manager – APAC Outbound, Apple Inc.

Apple

01.2015 - 01.2017

Responsible for the design, sourcing, implementation and execution of outbound fulfillment capabilities in support of Apple’s Asia Pacific Supply Chain. (Finished Goods, Apple Care, Emerging Markets)
Managing a diverse international team of logistics professionals and managers, driving continual innovation and high levels of execution through peak and non-peak periods, for all routes to market.
Acknowledging and addressing the need for re-skilling the team through a mixture of education, rotation and external talent acquisition.
Direct accountability for annual logistics spend in support of Apple’s outbound network.
Continual collaboration with internal stakeholders with a view to developing robust business solutions
Own the development of a matrix of outbound fulfillment strategies and capabilities for assessment and eventual assimilation with Apple – ODD, Convenience, Visibility, Speed options
Drive continuous improvement programmes targeted to deliver significant savings back to the business – well in excess of our 5% yoy target
Relationship development and continual management of deep partnership and collaboration with Logistics Service Providers for strategic initiatives around delivery matrix, capacity management across the region, scalability, cost reduction, process/system enhancements.
Continued development and onboarding LSP with scale and service offerings in line with evolving Apple strategy (on demand carriers, 7 day delivery positions, COD, On Demand Delivery, ADL…).
Ensures appropriate policies and processes are in place for area of responsibility.
Guidance and leadership in APAC Loss Prevention space, continuing to drive best in class loss ratios.
Acknowledged for driving ESAT initiative for Apple Singapore in support of Work/Life Balance, Guest Speaker at Apple Singapore International Women’s day.

Distribution Controller – APAC FG Distribution Network, Apple Inc.

Apple

01.2012 - 01.2014

Responsible for managing high volume and complex processes in Apples Asia Pacific Distribution Centre Network.
Managing a team of DC Managers and Analysts, accountable for multiple service providers through significant growth periods.
Tackling one of the most complex DC onboarding efforts in the global network moving from a 12 year incumbent traditional DC provider to a highly automated DC in support of the ANZ market
Laying groundwork, design and negotiations in preparation for automation retrofit of 2 additional DC’s in APAC
Direct accountability for logistics spend ~$44M annually in support of Apple’s FG DC network.
Manage a team of senior logistics managers responsible for logistics network design, data and business environment analysis, and partner development & project implementation, in both Parcel and Bulk international networks.
Analyzed inventory turn trends, and discovered significant multi year inventory discrepancy in AU DC, and developed deep processes to contain exposure, in addition to negotiating high financial remediation.
Recipient of APAC Operations Excellence award in recognition of teamwork going above and beyond in support of Refurb supply chain execution
Working with strategic partners to continually improve productivity in support of annual growth and annual peak period management
Acknowledged for developing a refreshed iBuddy process in support of APAC Onboarding
Managed the logistics integration of Beats in Asia Pacific post acquisition.
Responsible for BCP refresh for APAC Operations team

Global Logistics Director – Strategic Network Design, Dell Inc.

Dell Inc.

01.2010 - 01.2012

Responsible for development and delivery of Global supply chain design as it relates to International freight and warehousing in the supply chain.
Responsible for managing international logistics raw and finished goods fulfillment from Asia to all global regions.
Accountable for logistics spend ~$600M annually in support of Dell’s VMI & FG distribution networks.
Manage a team of senior logistics managers responsible for logistics network design, data and business environment analysis, partner development & project implementation.
Drive continuous Improvement programmes targeted to deliver significant savings back to the business
Collaborate with Logistics Service Providers for strategic initiatives around flight matrix, capacity management in lanes, volume variability, cost reduction, process/system enhancements.
Build broad network of LSPs, and develop deep relationships with key partners to deliver best in class solutions with a high focus on efficiency and effectiveness.
Ensures appropriate policies and processes are in place for area of responsibility.
Develop and implement robust Business Continuity Plans to mitigate impacts due to supply chain disruptions
Responsibility for APJ Trade Compliance
Drive and deliver global RFQ’s from an operations perspective in line with our evolving logistics strategies.
Develop and align annual strategic logistics plans in line with Dell strategy, and drive execution through the supply chain (ie: direct parcel network development, segmented supply chain, disruptive logistics options.)

Global Logistics Manager – Singapore, IBM Singapore Pte Ltd

IBM Singapore Pte Ltd

01.2006 - 01.2009

Managing a diverse team of logistics professionals with direct and budgetary responsibility for all logistics activities of work in progress, finished goods, software and service parts for IBM Singapore – a multi billion dollar revenue stream.
Advisory role in distribution services procurement, including supplier assessment and selection. Development and ongoing supplier relationship management with a focus on cost, reliability and responsiveness.
Development of relationship with government bodies and professional societies such as Singapore Customs, the Singapore American Chamber of Commerce, TAPA, in the interests of learning and sharing Supply Chain best practice.
Inbound / outbound transportation management, including management of freight forwarder and integrator execution, leveraging IBM’s worldwide freight network to obtain optimal supply chain efficiency and effectiveness.
Management of Distribution center operations including inventory control, scrapping activity and sensitive parts coordination.
Oversight of Import / export operations across the APJ region.
Design & optimization of the distribution network, including support of worldwide offshore sales fulfillment.
Reverse logistics model design and execution.
Coordination of IBM Singapore’s international trade compliance programmes & posture, including leading IBM Singapore to be a pioneer company in the new Singapore Customs Secure Trade Partnership Programme, and US Customs CT-PAT Validation.
Advisory logistics role on key account teams proposing and implementing client solutions.
Am a keen proponent of continual employee development and career path planning, offering mentoring to logistics and non-logistics IBM colleagues.

AP Logistics Manager, Microelectronics Division, IBM Singapore Pte Ltd

IBM Singapore Pte Ltd

01.2005 - 01.2006

Managed a midsized team of IBM and 3PL staff in the logistics and supply chain activities supporting the IBM Microelectronics (MD) supply chain in the AP region.
Overall responsibility for the design and implementation of the logistics infrastructure for all semiconductor manufacture and distribution within the AP region.
Managed a team of customer fulfillment professionals, with responsibility for order fulfillment activity such as supply analysis and IBM commit to customer demand.
Manage initiatives to drive cost optimization and spend reduction through consolidation of volume spend activities, outsourcing non core activities and maintaining continual improvement programmes within the operation.
Recognized within IBM MD Division as being the pioneer to implement an on-demand logistics model in support of the MD supply chain, aligning a variable logistics cost model to meet changing volume requirements and service level needs.
Lead a multi regional IBM team to implement a similar outsourced on-demand logistics model in support of IBM’s European MD operations, as well as driving lean initiatives in our US based MD operations, delivering significant cost reduction and operational efficiency.

Logistics Program Manager: Microelectronics Division, IBM Singapore Pte Ltd

IBM Singapore Pte Ltd

01.2003 - 01.2005

In addition to overall responsibility for the daily operations within the MD operation as above, my remit included multiple project based activities, such as:
O Supply Chain network design & implementation
O Packaging and Label design, with customization to customer / regional requirements
O Design and development of the Warehouse Management system in support of the Microelectronics operation.
O Specification, procurement and installation of Radio-frequency capability to compliment the WMS design.
O Warehouse design, layout, relocation projects.

Core Process Analyst / Logistics Project Manager, IBM Ireland

IBM Ireland

01.1998 - 01.2003

In addition to the project activities as outlined above, my responsibilities included:
O International project management of the design and construction of IBM’s warehousing facilities in Europe and Asia, including the start up of the Microelectronics manufacturing in Singapore.
O In conjunction with the Irish Centre of Business Excellence, developed a core process management methodology which was adopted by IBM in Ireland to compliment our Lean manufacturing adoption.
O Participation in Business Process Reengineering projects deriving manufacturing and logistics efficiencies, and in support of site relocation activity resulting from growth.

Materials Control Professional, Seagate Ireland

Seagate Ireland

01.1995 - 01.1998

Responsible for maintaining control of all WIP raw materials in a high volume, fast moving manufacturing facility producing computer hard drives.
Lead a team of material handlers, scheduling line replenishment and reordering based on build mix, as well as maintaining accurate inventory control over a manifold part BOM.

Summary

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Work History

Logistics Senior Director - Global Origin Logistics

Logistics Director – Asia Pacific, Apple Inc.

Logistics Senior Manager – APAC Outbound, Apple Inc.

Distribution Controller – APAC FG Distribution Network, Apple Inc.

Global Logistics Director – Strategic Network Design, Dell Inc.

Global Logistics Manager – Singapore, IBM Singapore Pte Ltd

AP Logistics Manager, Microelectronics Division, IBM Singapore Pte Ltd

Logistics Program Manager: Microelectronics Division, IBM Singapore Pte Ltd

Core Process Analyst / Logistics Project Manager, IBM Ireland

Materials Control Professional, Seagate Ireland

Education

MSC Strategic Supply Chain Management - Paused Dissertation

Postgraduate Diploma in Strategic Supply Chain Management - undefined

Data Science & Analytics for Strategic Decisions - undefined

Certification in Supply Chain Management - undefined

Diploma in Management - undefined

Leaving Certificate - undefined

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