			FEBRUARY 2010

3PL Challenges Solved
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Inbound Logistics is proud to welcome Perry Trunick to our editorial staff. Perry comes on board as associate editor, bringing with him more than 30 years of logistics journalism experience at a variety of industry publications. In his monthly column, and in regular feature articles, he'll share his perspective on issues you face. Read his first column here: Shaken and Stirred

FEATURED ARTICLES

Containing Ocean Costs
Shippers use overseas consolidation, strategic loading tactics, and container sharing to cast off ocean transportation's financial burden.

Green Reverse Logistics Brings Many Happy Returns
Companies that combine the "reduce, reuse, recycle" mantra with the supply chain wisdom of managing costs and stamping out inefficiencies are developing reverse supply chains that help the Earth, the customer, and the bottom line.

Ask the (M)experts
For an update on customs, infrastructure, and manufacturing south of the border, IL went straight to the supply chain leaders and economic development experts who make Mexico their business.

Cosmetics and Skin Care
Successful cosmetics companies need more than just a pretty face to handle the challenges of integrated marketing and supply chain functions, multi-channel fulfillment, and packaging complexity. They need an efficient, effective supply chain.

IN PRACTICE

DC Solutions
Learning by Example
Acquiring a warehouse and following the innovation and imagination of a WMS helped The School Box earn top grades for its distribution operations.

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POSITION WANTED
Supply Chain Management and Logistics Manager
Are you looking for a hardworking, dedicated person to help your company grow? I'm the person you are looking for. I am determined to succeed at all that I do, and am eager to offer my determination and dedication to a growing transportation/logistics company in western NC. Some of my accomplishments include:

Masters Degree in International Transportation Management
Bachelors Degree in International Transportation and Trade
Certificate in Advanced Charter Parties issued by ASBA
Two years experience in SCM for a small passenger ferry
Five years experience in Retail Management

If I sound like someone that would fit the needs of your company, I look forward to speaking with you. Please feel free to contact me either by email or by phone.
Contact: Jennifer Tobin • Phone: 516-779-5111 • Jennifertobin89@yahoo.com

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