Richard Leister
About Richard Leister
Richard Leister is a Transportation Analyst with extensive experience in logistics and operations management. He has worked at Tennant Company since 2016 and previously held the position of Area Operations Manager at Bls Trucking for 11 years.
Work at Tennant
Richard Leister has been employed at Tennant Company as a Transportation Analyst since 2016. In this role, he coordinates inbound volume from 18 vendors into three different manufacturing plants located in Kentucky, Michigan, and Minnesota. He manages shipping calendars for international affiliates in Australia, China, Japan, and the Netherlands. Leister also participates in Quarterly Business Review meetings with corporate personnel and carrier representatives, serving as the primary contact and on-site escalation point for both domestic and international carrier issues.
Previous Experience at Bls Trucking
Before joining Tennant Company, Richard Leister worked at Bls Trucking as an Area Operations Manager from 2005 to 2016. During his 11 years in this position, he was based in the Louisville, Kentucky area. His responsibilities included overseeing operations and ensuring efficient transportation management within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Richard Leister studied at Sullivan University, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with a focus on Finance from 2012 to 2014, achieving a GPA of 3.5. He furthered his education at the same institution, obtaining a Master's degree in Business Administration and Management from 2015 to 2017. His educational background supports his expertise in transportation analysis and operations management.
Achievements in Transportation Management
In his role as a Transportation Analyst, Richard Leister led a Continuous Improvement project that resulted in a 60% reduction in material damage, translating to $50,000 in cost savings year-to-date. He also identified a $170,000 savings opportunity by optimizing carrier assignments to territories with the best pricing, showcasing his ability to enhance operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness.