Debra Casale
Southwick
Summary
Results-driven Logistics Professional with expertise in warehouse operations and logistics analysis at Monrovia Nursery. Skilled in optimizing supply chain efficiency and minimizing excess inventory through data-driven decision making. Proven ability to lead teams towards operational excellence while implementing sustainable practices.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Logistics
Monrovia Nursery
Azusa, CA
05.2017 - 07.2025
- Ensured timely product delivery by managing logistics operations effectively.
- Optimized supply chain processes through collaboration with team members.
- Trained staff on logistics software for efficient scheduling and route planning.
- Led logistics team, providing ongoing training to enhance performance.
- Implemented sustainable practices to reduce logistics carbon footprint.
- Developed risk mitigation strategies to ensure continuity during supply chain disruptions.
Regional Logistics Manager
Monrovia Nursery
Granby, CT
01.2014 - 05.2017
- Managed inventory levels, reducing excess stock while maintaining product availability.
- Led cross-functional teams to streamline operations and improve overall workflow efficiency.
- Led daily shipping operations, ensuring timely dispatch of goods.
- Oversaw inventory management processes, optimizing stock levels and reducing excess or obsolete items.
- Improved on-time delivery rates through close monitoring of shipment progress and proactive resolution of issues.
Logistics Manager
Imperial Nurseries
Granby, CT
11.2007 - 01.2014
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
- Spearheaded project to expand logistics network, enabling company to enter new markets and increase its customer base.
- Reviewed and negotiated contracts with carriers to optimize shipping costs.
- Organized records of vehicles, schedules and completed orders.
- Conducted research to address shipping errors and packaging mistakes.
- Maintained established levels of goods based on sales forecasts and demand to fulfill orders on time.
Education
High School Diploma -
Southwick High
Southwick, MA05-1978
Skills
- Warehouse operations
- Logistics analysis
- Data-driven decision making
- Multimodal transportation
Timeline
Head of Logistics
Monrovia Nursery
05.2017 - 07.2025
Regional Logistics Manager
Monrovia Nursery
01.2014 - 05.2017
Logistics Manager
Imperial Nurseries
11.2007 - 01.2014
High School Diploma -
Southwick High