Michael Johnson
About Michael Johnson
Michael Johnson is the Manager of Trucking Planning & Analytics at Flexport in the San Francisco Bay Area, with a background in logistics and strategy from various roles at Flexport and Farm Hill.
Company
Michael Johnson is currently employed at Flexport, where he serves as the Manager, Trucking Planning & Analytics. Flexport is known for its role in modernizing global trade and supply chain management.
Title
As the Manager of Trucking Planning & Analytics, Michael Johnson is responsible for overseeing the trucking logistics and data analysis functions at Flexport. His role involves optimizing trucking operations, developing analytics systems, and improving operational efficiency.
Career at Flexport
Michael Johnson has had a progressive career at Flexport. He started as a Carrier Management Associate, Trucking, from 2018 to 2019. He then served as a Trucking Analytics & Strategy Associate for 11 months before becoming a Senior Trucking Procurement Analyst from 2020 to 2021. Currently, he holds the position of Manager, Trucking Planning & Analytics in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Previous Employment
Before his tenure at Flexport, Michael Johnson worked at Farm Hill in various logistics roles. He was a Logistics Associate for 6 months, a Hub Operations Manager for 11 months, and briefly a Logistics Manager. Additionally, he worked as a Head Coach and Division Leader for the San Francisco Giants Summer Baseball Camps, an Athletic Complex Facility Worker at Washington University in St. Louis, and a Food and Beverage Associate/Griller at Rockford Park District.
Education and Expertise
Michael Johnson holds a Bachelor’s Degree from Washington University in St. Louis - Olin Business School, where he majored in Economics & Strategy and Marketing, with a minor in The Business of Sports. His academic background has provided him with a solid foundation in business strategy and marketing principles.
Achievements
Michael Johnson has several notable achievements in his career. He led a team at Flexport that implemented a new trucking analytics system, resulting in a 15% increase in operational efficiency. He presented a case study on trucking logistics optimization at the 2022 Supply Chain Innovation Summit and developed a comprehensive training program for new hires. Furthermore, he received the 'Employee of the Quarter' award at Flexport in Q2 2022.