Douglas King

VP of Transportation

Professional Overview
Douglas King is an experienced transportation and logistics executive with a proven track record of driving strategic initiatives and optimizing supply chain operations. As the VP of Transportation at Stord, he oversees the company's transportation and distribution networks, leading cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve customer satisfaction.

Experience Summary

Current Role
In his role as VP of Transportation at Stord, Douglas is responsible for spearheading the company's transportation strategy, managing a fleet of vehicles, and optimizing logistics processes. He collaborates closely with key stakeholders to ensure seamless delivery of products and services, while continuously exploring innovative solutions to address evolving customer needs.

Career Progression
Prior to joining Stord, Douglas held various leadership positions within the transportation and logistics industry, including Director of Transportation Strategy and Director of Transportation at Ferguson Enterprises, as well as several roles of increasing responsibility at QVC and LMS Logistics. Throughout his career, he has developed expertise in areas such as eCommerce logistics, reverse logistics, and global supply chain management.

Academic Background
Douglas holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from the University of Virginia, where he graduated with distinction.

Areas of Expertise

• Transportation and logistics strategy

• Supply chain optimization

• Operational efficiency

• Inventory management

• eCommerce and reverse logistics

• Cross-functional team leadership

• Data-driven decision making

Professional Impact
During his tenure at Ferguson Enterprises, Douglas led the implementation of a new transportation management system, resulting in a 15% reduction in transportation costs and a 20% increase in on-time deliveries. At QVC, he spearheaded the development of a comprehensive reverse logistics program, which improved the customer experience and generated significant cost savings.

Conclusion
With his extensive experience in the transportation and logistics industry, Douglas King is well-positioned to drive innovation and operational excellence at Stord. His strategic vision, coupled with a strong focus on data-driven decision making and cross-functional collaboration, make him a valuable asset to the organization as it continues to expand its reach and deliver exceptional service to its clients.