Casey Runnestrand

• Directed global ocean freight operations for oversized equipment, coordinating end-to-end logistics with multi-modal methods (ocean, air, FTL, LTL) to meet strict delivery schedules and compliance standards. • Strategically managed multiple ocean freight forwarders, including Fracht, AIT, Coyote, and Expeditors Intl., leveraging each provider’s strengths and global networks to ensure timely and cost-effective material movement aligned with project requirements. • Developed ocean freight routing strategies that reduced lead times and minimized demurrage/storage costs through proactive vendor and port coordination. • Leveraged Tableau, Metabase, Solarvista, and Excel to create advanced data models, visual dashboards, and KPI reports, driving improvements in freight cost analysis and transit time optimization. • Conducted detailed data analytics to forecast shipment volumes, identify bottlenecks, and streamline international shipping lanes • Partnered with freight forwarders and carriers to negotiate contracts, monitor real-time shipment performance, and ensure adherence to international trade regulations. • Developed national and international supply chain and operational strategies for innovation rollout. • Built and managed cross-functional teams to ensure seamless delivery of machines, consumables, and components. • Developed and executed plans for new market expansion, ensuring scalability and efficiency. • Managed vendor selection, onboarding, and procurement for a complex, international supply chain. • Achieved inventory accuracy exceeding 97% and reduced replenishment cycle times by 57%. • Collaborated with engineering teams to refine and enhance operational processes and equipment. • Consulted in the development of software tools to optimize supply chain performance and automated robotic equipment. • Led end-to-end financial and operational reporting efforts, equipping senior leadership with real-time visibility into performance and cost drivers.

Led global logistics and procurement operations across 6 countries, managing multi-modal freight and vendor performance. Reduced transit time by 22% and demurrage costs by $400K+ annually through optimized freight strategies. Supported global innovation launches, aligning supply chain readiness with go-to-market timelines. Directed $10M+ procurement spend, overseeing vendor onboarding, compliance, and financials. Implemented food safety protocols across warehousing/logistics through HACCP alignment. Drove data-led decisions using Tableau, Metabase, and Excel for freight and inventory optimization. Championed automation through development consultation for robotics and workflow tools.

Brought innovation from prototype to market through the choreography of multiple disciplines including hardware, software, and operations. · Sourced all parts and consumables for the construction of multiple iterations of the Costa Cambridge prototype builds. · Worked with global manufacturers (China, Mexico, Switzerland, Germany, Taiwan, Italy) to bring in custom parts for a 1000+ part BOM that includes multiple variations. · Owned the vendor selection, onboarding, and management of all consumables suppliers. · Worked with Engineering to on machine improvements based on feedback from employees in the field. · Managed the replenishment of all in market machines in Texas and Georgia. · Coordinated all logistics for machine placements, consumables movements and storage, removals, and transportation of FRUs (field replaceable units). · Owned all forecasting and demand planning for all consumables and FRUs. · Set up multiple warehouses with partners for both ambient and temperature-controlled storage of consumables and parts. · Managed all inventory and employees responsible for utilization and movement of inventory.

· Participated in a large team effort to migrate ERP systems from Fishbowl to Oracle NetSuite, including a machine BOM of over one thousand parts. · Managed the supplier base for all consumables, including QBRs, problem resolution, product development, and onboarding. · Managed the purchase and flow of all consumable products from supplier to end product. · Managed supplier payment for all aspects of the business. · Reported on metrics and KPIs to executive leadership and helped feed P&L data. · Worked closely with Hardware Engineering to ensure that all parts be built to spec by suppliers. · Facilitated acquisition transfer of knowledge, movement of materials to new location, and ramp-up of new ways of working under new auspices.

· Used multiple cloud-based and machine integrated tools to gather data and report progress against KPIs to mid-level management and executive leadership. · Held weekly staff meetings and directed staff in multiple geographies on company directives, process improvements, and changes to ways of working. · Developed reporting strategies to capture data needed to measure operational KPIs and trained others on those processes.

· Used custom-built software to determine product usage and stock levels and created a replenishment schedule for thirteen prototype coffee dispensers across Texas and California. · Developed end-to-end processes for a newly developed innovation that remained the standard throughout life of the business. · Trained new employees in the brand standard of replenishment process, food safety policies and procedures, and unit appearance.

Led ERP migration to Oracle NetSuite, preserving BOM accuracy and continuity. Negotiated supplier contracts with annual savings of ~$250K. Aligned sourcing strategy with engineering to cut build cycle time by 30%.

Increased team throughput by 25% via KPI dashboards and process improvements.

Established SOPs for inventory and logistics during early-stage rollouts.

· Developed bespoke route strategies for multiple areas, resulting in higher delivery efficiency and packages delivered. · Built excellent rapport with a large customer base through dedicated attention to each customer’s business needs and schedules. · Mentored new personnel and served on the safety committee, helping to foster and positive, knowledgeable, and safe environment.