Lance Nolan_______________
15818 Whisper Woods Dr.
Cypress, TX 77429
Cell: (409) 983-0070
lancenolan@yahoo.com
Objective: To find a leadership position in Supply Chain where I can utilize my experience, enthusiasm,
and commitment to drive efficiencies and reduce cost throughout the Supply Chain.
CAREER SUMMARY: 15 years of Logistics experience, 12 of those in leadership roles
 Introduced safety requirements to facility and throughout company.
 Supervised up to 51 employees in daily operations as Terminal Manager.
 Meritoriously promoted twice in USMC for Leadership and Operational Excellence.
 Championed project to reduce shipping cost with estimated $10 million savings per year.
 Extensive knowledge of planning and scheduling movements.
EXPERIENCE:
5/17 – 6/18 INEOS – Oxides
League City, TX
Logistics Manager
 Originated logistics SOPs for newly formed department.
 Developed KPIs and tracking methods/program for third party carriers.
 Reduced bulk freight cost by 28% through rate negotiations, streamlining of inspection/loading
procedures, reorganization of loading schedule, etc.
 Identified and implemented strategically located transloading terminals while overseeing the exit
of bulk storage tanks allowing the business to be competitive in local markets.
 Initiated and executed RFP to identify a partner for transport, storage, and drayage of 40+
container loads per month giving a savings of approximately 30%.
 Established a tracking process of accessorial cost produced by customers and reported monthly
to sales team for restitution of approximately $20K per month.
 Negotiated freight and storage of imported isotanks to multiple ports for distribution throughout
U.S.
 Assumed responsibility of export shipments, reducing missed loads and cut-off dates by more
than 35%.
10/14 – 5/17 Refinery Specialties Inc.
Hempstead, TX
Logistics/Inventory Manager (Acting Plant Manager)
 Introduced PPE requirements within first 2 weeks.
 Initiated Hazardous Waste Program for over 50,000 gallons of waste material.
 Reduced cost of packaging from 7.5K to 4.5K through negotiations with suppliers.
 Led program implementing E-Logs into DOT Vehicles ensuring to meet DOT Requirements.
 Performed training and coaching of employees throughout the company on multiple systems as
the company’s growth continued.
 Condensed job duties allowing for reduction in head count by 40% while maintaining production
and shipping levels through enacting the 5S Methodology.
 Presented logistics plan to reduce cost of shipping by $1 million (10%) per year.
02/13 – 10/14 Quality Carriers
La Porte, TX
Terminal Manager
 Expanded terminal from 12 to 20 drivers to meet the needs of the organization and customers.
 Reduced employee turnover and increased terminal revenue by $2.6MM per year through
improved scheduling process and improved employee relationships.
 Reduced DOT violations 75% by implementing monthly DOT training, setting expectations, and
bonus program.
 Increased freight offerings by 50% due to proven terminal execution.
 Minimized maintenance cost by introducing trailer assignment/responsibilities giving drivers the
feeling of ownership.
 Analyzed and revised customer’s ordering process for Mexico business and eliminated $25,000 in
monthly storage fees.
 Revamped training process by customizing new employee training according to their experience
and abilities.
03/12 – 11/12 Champion Technologies
Houston, TX
Trucking Manager
 Managed logistics operations (40 drivers and 3 dispatchers) for 3 chemical plants in Texas and
Louisiana.
 Reduced maintenance cost to equipment through contracting and monitoring 3rd
party repair
shops.
 Led effort to transform trucking division from private fleet to 3rd
party common carriers with an
estimated yearly savings of $10 million.
 Coached schedulers on how to schedule shipments using multiple variables to ensure lowest
freight cost per pound once 3rd
party carriers were integrated into our supply chain process.
 Initiated an effort to audit and recoup over charges received from common carriers resulting in
over $300,000 savings in the 1st
quarter.
 Spearheaded initiative for streamlining staging of packaged products for shipments to ensure
swiftest and safest loading of trailers.
05/11 – 03/12 Champion Technologies
Odessa, TX
Transportation Manager
 Managed logistics operations (20 drivers, 1 Mechanic, and 2 dispatchers) for Odessa Facility.
 Oversaw maintenance shop that provided services at cost to in-house fleet.
 Implemented weekly safety meetings and routine safety training that provided a reduction in
recordable injuries by 100%.
 Reduced operating cost by working with customers to maximize shipments.
 Succeeded in leading a capital budget project (2 million) to upgrade laydown yard from asphalt to
concrete changing the life expectancy of the yard from less than 2 years to 10+ years.
 Performed as a team member under direction of the Site Manager to identify and organize a 20+
acres laydown yard for maximum efficiency.
02/10 – 05/11 SGS North America
Nederland, TX
Inspector
 Performed inspection of barge/ship upon arrival for loading/unloading.
 Calculated quantity of product in cargo tanks on barge/ship/shore tank prior/after
loading/unloading according to strapping chart, temperature, and other factors.
 Pulled samples of products to be loaded/unloaded.
 Set stop gauge according to amount of product to be loaded.
 Ensured amount of product transferred from shore tank to barge/ship was accurate.
12/06 - 11/09 AkzoNobel Polymer Chemicals
Pasadena, TX
Logistics Supervisor
 Lowered personnel cost by performing job duties of both transportation supervisor and
warehouse supervisor eliminating 1 FTE.
 Oversaw 6 warehouses (2 Freezer, 2 Cold, and 2 Ambient) using 5S methodology to ensure
product was stored and used/shipped in most efficient manner while maintaining FIFO and safety.
 Combined multiple shipments onto 1 truck to reduce cost of shipments by 25% for both
customers and Akzo.
 Reduced inventory variance from $750,000 to $3,000 during first year through coaching of
operators and tracking of raw materials used in production.
 Negotiated contract with 3rd
party LTL carriers giving Akzo a savings of over $100,000 annually.
 Lowered cost of local deliveries $200 per shipment by initiating a contract with 3rd
party
warehouse to store all of Akzo’s off-site materials.
 Identified and coordinated for a plastic buyer to purchase all used plastic, allowing for a $300K
swing per quarter.
03/06 - 12/06 Texas Petrochemicals
Houston, TX
Railcar Specialist
 Scheduled loading and off-loading of railcars using Production Planning Management tools.
 Planned maintenance and modifications of railcars with maintenance crews.
 Worked with rail company to track railcar shipments to ensure proper and timely delivery to
customers.
 Scheduled shipments to terminals per sales forecast and storage levels.
10/03 - 03/06 Huntsman Petrochemical Corp.
Port Neches, TX
Traffic Clerk/SAP Material Master Data Coordinator
 Scheduled tank trucks, railcars, and drums for shipping and receiving.
 Maintained and prepared railcars for inspection.
 Retained railcar records and kept them up-to-date using RTS.
 Created deliveries, planned shipments, and scheduled shipments using SAP.
 Implemented bar code tracking within warehouse to ensure inventory integrity and minimize load
times.
EDUCATION: University of Texas – Permian Basin - Currently
Odessa, TX
Bachelors of Science Industrial Technology
Lamar State College - 2001
Port Arthur, TX
Associate of Applied Science Networking Engineer - CISCO
Highlights Champion Technologies
 Received promotion from Transportation Supervisor to Trucking Manager in first year.
AkzoNobel
 Promoted from Transportation Supervisor to Logistics Manager in 9 months.
 Received "Exceeds Expectation" on all year end reviews.
Huntsman Petrochemicals
 Became proficient in 8 job duties within first year.
 Offered 2 promotions over long term employees.
United States Marine Corp
 Meritoriously promoted twice.
 Received the “Naval Achievement Medal.”
 Acquired numerous awards pertaining to leadership and job execution.
 Retained a “Secret Clearance.”

Lance Nolan - Resume

  • 1.
    Lance Nolan_______________ 15818 WhisperWoods Dr. Cypress, TX 77429 Cell: (409) 983-0070 lancenolan@yahoo.com Objective: To find a leadership position in Supply Chain where I can utilize my experience, enthusiasm, and commitment to drive efficiencies and reduce cost throughout the Supply Chain. CAREER SUMMARY: 15 years of Logistics experience, 12 of those in leadership roles  Introduced safety requirements to facility and throughout company.  Supervised up to 51 employees in daily operations as Terminal Manager.  Meritoriously promoted twice in USMC for Leadership and Operational Excellence.  Championed project to reduce shipping cost with estimated $10 million savings per year.  Extensive knowledge of planning and scheduling movements. EXPERIENCE: 5/17 – 6/18 INEOS – Oxides League City, TX Logistics Manager  Originated logistics SOPs for newly formed department.  Developed KPIs and tracking methods/program for third party carriers.  Reduced bulk freight cost by 28% through rate negotiations, streamlining of inspection/loading procedures, reorganization of loading schedule, etc.  Identified and implemented strategically located transloading terminals while overseeing the exit of bulk storage tanks allowing the business to be competitive in local markets.  Initiated and executed RFP to identify a partner for transport, storage, and drayage of 40+ container loads per month giving a savings of approximately 30%.  Established a tracking process of accessorial cost produced by customers and reported monthly to sales team for restitution of approximately $20K per month.  Negotiated freight and storage of imported isotanks to multiple ports for distribution throughout U.S.  Assumed responsibility of export shipments, reducing missed loads and cut-off dates by more than 35%. 10/14 – 5/17 Refinery Specialties Inc. Hempstead, TX Logistics/Inventory Manager (Acting Plant Manager)  Introduced PPE requirements within first 2 weeks.  Initiated Hazardous Waste Program for over 50,000 gallons of waste material.  Reduced cost of packaging from 7.5K to 4.5K through negotiations with suppliers.  Led program implementing E-Logs into DOT Vehicles ensuring to meet DOT Requirements.  Performed training and coaching of employees throughout the company on multiple systems as the company’s growth continued.  Condensed job duties allowing for reduction in head count by 40% while maintaining production and shipping levels through enacting the 5S Methodology.  Presented logistics plan to reduce cost of shipping by $1 million (10%) per year. 02/13 – 10/14 Quality Carriers La Porte, TX Terminal Manager  Expanded terminal from 12 to 20 drivers to meet the needs of the organization and customers.  Reduced employee turnover and increased terminal revenue by $2.6MM per year through improved scheduling process and improved employee relationships.  Reduced DOT violations 75% by implementing monthly DOT training, setting expectations, and bonus program.  Increased freight offerings by 50% due to proven terminal execution.  Minimized maintenance cost by introducing trailer assignment/responsibilities giving drivers the feeling of ownership.  Analyzed and revised customer’s ordering process for Mexico business and eliminated $25,000 in monthly storage fees.  Revamped training process by customizing new employee training according to their experience and abilities.
  • 2.
    03/12 – 11/12Champion Technologies Houston, TX Trucking Manager  Managed logistics operations (40 drivers and 3 dispatchers) for 3 chemical plants in Texas and Louisiana.  Reduced maintenance cost to equipment through contracting and monitoring 3rd party repair shops.  Led effort to transform trucking division from private fleet to 3rd party common carriers with an estimated yearly savings of $10 million.  Coached schedulers on how to schedule shipments using multiple variables to ensure lowest freight cost per pound once 3rd party carriers were integrated into our supply chain process.  Initiated an effort to audit and recoup over charges received from common carriers resulting in over $300,000 savings in the 1st quarter.  Spearheaded initiative for streamlining staging of packaged products for shipments to ensure swiftest and safest loading of trailers. 05/11 – 03/12 Champion Technologies Odessa, TX Transportation Manager  Managed logistics operations (20 drivers, 1 Mechanic, and 2 dispatchers) for Odessa Facility.  Oversaw maintenance shop that provided services at cost to in-house fleet.  Implemented weekly safety meetings and routine safety training that provided a reduction in recordable injuries by 100%.  Reduced operating cost by working with customers to maximize shipments.  Succeeded in leading a capital budget project (2 million) to upgrade laydown yard from asphalt to concrete changing the life expectancy of the yard from less than 2 years to 10+ years.  Performed as a team member under direction of the Site Manager to identify and organize a 20+ acres laydown yard for maximum efficiency. 02/10 – 05/11 SGS North America Nederland, TX Inspector  Performed inspection of barge/ship upon arrival for loading/unloading.  Calculated quantity of product in cargo tanks on barge/ship/shore tank prior/after loading/unloading according to strapping chart, temperature, and other factors.  Pulled samples of products to be loaded/unloaded.  Set stop gauge according to amount of product to be loaded.  Ensured amount of product transferred from shore tank to barge/ship was accurate. 12/06 - 11/09 AkzoNobel Polymer Chemicals Pasadena, TX Logistics Supervisor  Lowered personnel cost by performing job duties of both transportation supervisor and warehouse supervisor eliminating 1 FTE.  Oversaw 6 warehouses (2 Freezer, 2 Cold, and 2 Ambient) using 5S methodology to ensure product was stored and used/shipped in most efficient manner while maintaining FIFO and safety.  Combined multiple shipments onto 1 truck to reduce cost of shipments by 25% for both customers and Akzo.  Reduced inventory variance from $750,000 to $3,000 during first year through coaching of operators and tracking of raw materials used in production.  Negotiated contract with 3rd party LTL carriers giving Akzo a savings of over $100,000 annually.  Lowered cost of local deliveries $200 per shipment by initiating a contract with 3rd party warehouse to store all of Akzo’s off-site materials.  Identified and coordinated for a plastic buyer to purchase all used plastic, allowing for a $300K swing per quarter. 03/06 - 12/06 Texas Petrochemicals Houston, TX Railcar Specialist  Scheduled loading and off-loading of railcars using Production Planning Management tools.  Planned maintenance and modifications of railcars with maintenance crews.  Worked with rail company to track railcar shipments to ensure proper and timely delivery to customers.  Scheduled shipments to terminals per sales forecast and storage levels.
  • 3.
    10/03 - 03/06Huntsman Petrochemical Corp. Port Neches, TX Traffic Clerk/SAP Material Master Data Coordinator  Scheduled tank trucks, railcars, and drums for shipping and receiving.  Maintained and prepared railcars for inspection.  Retained railcar records and kept them up-to-date using RTS.  Created deliveries, planned shipments, and scheduled shipments using SAP.  Implemented bar code tracking within warehouse to ensure inventory integrity and minimize load times. EDUCATION: University of Texas – Permian Basin - Currently Odessa, TX Bachelors of Science Industrial Technology Lamar State College - 2001 Port Arthur, TX Associate of Applied Science Networking Engineer - CISCO Highlights Champion Technologies  Received promotion from Transportation Supervisor to Trucking Manager in first year. AkzoNobel  Promoted from Transportation Supervisor to Logistics Manager in 9 months.  Received "Exceeds Expectation" on all year end reviews. Huntsman Petrochemicals  Became proficient in 8 job duties within first year.  Offered 2 promotions over long term employees. United States Marine Corp  Meritoriously promoted twice.  Received the “Naval Achievement Medal.”  Acquired numerous awards pertaining to leadership and job execution.  Retained a “Secret Clearance.”