Russell Todd Webb
About Russell Todd Webb
Russell Todd Webb is a Transportation Operations Manager at Americold Logistics, LLC., with extensive experience in logistics and fleet management. He has held various managerial roles in the transportation sector since the 1990s and has a proven track record of improving operational efficiency and employee retention.
Work at Americold Logistics
Russell Todd Webb has served as the Transportation Operations Manager at Americold Logistics, LLC. since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing transportation operations in Forest Park, Georgia. His tenure at Americold has lasted for three years, during which he has focused on enhancing operational efficiency and driver retention.
Previous Employment History
Before joining Americold, Webb held several positions in logistics and transportation management. He worked as a Transportation Manager at McLane Company, Inc. from 2015 to 2021. Prior to that, he was a Transportation Manager at KeHE Distributors for ten years, from 2003 to 2013. Webb also served as a Transportation Manager at Burris Logistics from 2013 to 2015 and as a Logistics Supervisor at Kmart Corporation from 1998 to 2003. His early career included a role as Terminal Manager at Highway Transport Logistics, Inc. from 1994 to 1996.
Education and Expertise
Russell Todd Webb earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in History from the University of West Georgia, where he studied from 1987 to 1990. His educational background, combined with extensive experience in logistics and transportation management, has equipped him with a strong foundation in operational strategies and fleet management.
Achievements in Transportation Management
Webb has demonstrated significant achievements throughout his career in transportation management. He achieved a driver turnover rate of 5% over eight years, indicating effective workforce management. Additionally, he decreased the fleet CSA score by over 100 points in less than a year, showcasing his commitment to safety and compliance. He also converted a 3PL fleet to a private company fleet, highlighting his expertise in fleet management transformation.
Operational Improvements and Leadership
Throughout his career, Webb has implemented various operational improvements. He successfully cut voluntary driver turnover by over 90% in under a year and reduced the operation to sales ratio goals from 6% to below 3%. He has also created and implemented processes and procedures in the absence of existing ones, demonstrating his initiative and leadership in process improvement.