Streamlining the Beverage Supply Chain with Matt Zimmer

Matt Zimmer and Joe Lynch discuss streamlining the beverage supply chain. Matt is the President and Advisory Board member of Zengistics, a logistics partner that provides scalable transportation and logistics services using a shared cloud platform and a network of carriers. About Matt Zimmer Matt Zimmer is the President and Advisory Board member of Zengistics, a logistics partner that provides scalable transportation and logistics services using a shared cloud platform and a network of carriers. Prior to that, he served as the Chief Operating Officer at Flash Global, where he managed all operations, partner network, account management, solutions/implementations, trade & compliance, and global command centers. He also held the position of Senior Vice President, Customer Solutions at Flash Global, where he drove customer partnerships and organically grew revenue and service offerings. Before that, he was the Head of Global Purchasing and Strategy at Wilsonart LLC, where he managed worldwide procurement, supply chain, logistics, and growth strategy for 8 global business units. He also held leadership positions at Flextronics, Pinnacle Data Systems, and e-Play, LLC. He holds a BS and MBA in Business Administration and Management, General from Franklin University and has completed an Executive Education Program at Stanford University Graduate School of Business. About Zengistics Zengistics, a comprehensive logistics company, excels in resolving complex supply chain challenges through managed transportation services and transportation-as-a-service, fortified by our partnership with Turvo. By harmoniously combining advanced technology with our team of industry professionals, they deliver top-tier customer service and data-driven supply chain solutions. Zengistics facilitate seamless cooperation among shippers, carriers, and drivers. Their services offer complete transparency and encompass a broad range of transportation types, from dry van and reefer to heavy haul and cold chain across North America. Zengistics extends the realm of logistics, providing expertly managed services for scalable growth and maximized efficiency. Key Takeaways: Streamlining the Beverage Supply Chain Matt Zimmer is the President and Advisory Board member of Zengistics, a logistics partner that provides scalable transportation and logistics services using a shared cloud platform and a network of carriers. In the podcast interview, Matt and Joe discuss streamlining the beverage supply chain, a market segment where Zengistics excels. Zengistics is a comprehensive logistics company that excels in resolving complex supply chain challenges through managed transportation services and transportation-as-a-service. Zengistics is fortified by its partnership with Turvo, which allows it to combine advanced technology with its team of industry professionals to deliver top-tier customer service and data-driven supply chain solutions. Zengistics facilitates seamless cooperation among shippers, carriers, and drivers, offering complete transparency and encompassing a broad range of transportation types across North America. Zengistics extends the realm of logistics, providing expertly managed services for scalable growth and maximized efficiency. Zengistics operates on the world's first collaborative logistics platform, which allows for smarter collaboration among shippers, carriers, and drivers to get things done faster. Zengistics offers end-to-end solutions for carriers and shippers, providing complete transparency throughout the entire supply chain and connectivity into its established network of partners. Zengistics uses industry-leading technology platforms to enhance the ability of its logistics experts to provide efficiency, connectivity, visibility, and high-level service. Zengistics offers a consultative approach to complex projects that delivers a tailored logistics network, providing a personalized solution to optimize each shipper's unique supply chain. Zengistics' Managed Services offering utilizes a logistics network optimization model to take a holistic approach to the specific needs of its customers, planning for the future and mapping the best execution for creating scalable growth with optimized rates and high efficiency. Zengistics' technology platforms and collaboration portal provide complete end-to-end transparency and matures as a business evolves, allowing for on-demand data analytics, lane optimization, capacity sourcing, and LTL consolidation. Learn More About Streamlining the Beverage Supply Chain Matt on LinkedIn Zengistics on LinkedIn Zengistics website Episode Sponsor: Port X Logistics Is Drayage Just Drayage with Brian Kempisty Episode Sponsor: Lean Solutions Group Outsourced Sales and Marketing with Ryan Mann The Logistics of Logistics Podcast If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive review, subscribe, and share it with your friends and colleagues. The Logistics of Logistics Podcast: Google, Apple, Castbox, Spotify, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Tunein, Podbean, Owltail, Libsyn, Overcast Check out The Logistics of Logistics on Youtube

Om Podcasten

The Logistics of Logistics is a podcast hosted by industry expert Joe Lynch. Joe interviews founders, executives, and innovators who are shaping the future of logistics and supply chain. Topics include transportation, logistics, warehousing, technology, supply chain, and ecommerce. The Logistics of Logistics audience expects an inside perspective of what’s next in logistics and supply chain delivered via podcasts, videos, and articles. Topics include: Transportation Topics Small package, Small parcel, Air Cargo, Ocean Shipping, Ocean freight, Bulk carriers, Cargo ships, Container ships, Tankers (ocean tankers), Refrigerated ships (reefers), Roll-on/roll-off ships, Multi-purpose ship, General cargo ship, Break bulk cargo, General cargo, Less Than Truckload, LTL, Tractor, Trailers, Tractor-trailers, 48-foot trailer, 53-foot trailer, Truck lift-gate, Truck terminals, Truckload (TL), Full Truckload (FTL), Freight, Palleted freight, Pallets, Fleet acquisition, Equipment, Drivers, Truck Drivers, Driver leasing, Driver training, Driver safety, Hours of Service (HOS), Electronic Logging Device (ELD), Driver outsourcing, Dedicated Contract Carriage (DCC) Carrier contract, Spot rates, Contract rates, Pickup and delivery, Carrier Instructions, Freight characteristics, Dock management, Intermodal, Containerization, Containers, Final mile, Last mile, Rail transportation Warehousing Topics Warehouse storage, manufacturers, importers, exporters, wholesalers, transport businesses, customs, Pick and Pack, Sub-assembly, Site Location, Distribution Center Management, Inbound shipping, Outbound shipping, Receiving, Putaway, Put-away, Order processing, Replenishment, Pulling, Restocking, Picking, Validation, Sorting, Distribution Center Management System (DCMS), Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI), Supply, Demand, Inventory, Inventory Management, Cross-docking, Cross-dock, Ecommerce fulfillment, Fulfillment, Packaging Logistics Topics 3rd party logistics, 3PL, 4th party logistics, 4PL, Just-in-Time (JIT), Payment auditing, Freight auditing, Payment Processing, Freight brokerage, Freight broker, Digital freight brokerage, Digital freight broker, Transparency, Visibility Special Topics Direct to Home, Direct to Store, Sustainability, Green Logistics, Reverse Logistics, Product Lifecycle Management, Supply Chain Security Analysis, Contingency planning, Crisis Planning, Global Expansion, Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ), Logistics Consulting, Transportation Consulting, Import / Export, Customs, Labor Management, Marketing Services, Customer Service Technology Topics Supply chain technology, Freighttech, Freight tech, Freight technology, EDI, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Predictive Analytics, Technology Services, Web Services, Global Trade Management (GTM), Transportation Management System (TMS), Warehouse Management System (WMS), Supplier Management, Customer Management, Cloud Based Solutions, Wireless