Matthew Hettich

Background

About Matthew Hettich

As a VP and Head of Logistics and Distribution, I’ve been viewed as a transformational leader with a track record ensuring seamless logistics and distribution operations in times of great disruption, when competitors were unable to deliver. During my tenure at SKF (since 2007), a global manufacturing company, I have successfully developed and executed logistics strategies within this highly matrixed organization. Career highlights: • Met or exceeded every operational savings goal over the last 15 years; delivered best-in-class logistics cost-to-net-sales. • Track record of contingency planning that secured products/shipping in times of disruption where competitors failed to deliver, including a pandemic, major strike, etc. • Leveraged international trade in substantially reducing overall logistics costs. • Improved sustainable practices through circular-economy initiatives and electrification. • Expertise spans every aspect of logistics and distribution- Warehousing: automation and labor relations including union negotiations - Transportation: ocean, air freight, truck, parcel, including pricing models and negotiations - Customs: broker relationships, bonded warehouses, foreign trade zones • Partnered productively with stakeholders including sales and manufacturing; collaborated with global factories and supply chain teams in achieving a reduction in net working capital. • Led teams of up to ~400; achieved top Employee Engagement score and ~100% retention of strong performers over the last seven years. Developed talent from the ground up. Viewed as a coach/mentor.