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
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
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
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