Executive Leader. Strategist. Innovator. Business Optimizer.Executive Leader. Strategist. Innovator. Business Optimizer.

Hi. I’m Robert McQuaig.

Accomplished operations leader with over two decades of proven success conceptualizing and leading strategic ambitions focused on business growth, optimization, and efficiency.

Expertise in developing solutions and strategies to reduce waste and expand bottom line growth while maintaining a competitive advantage in the business. Adaptive to partnering with executives, cross-functional leaders, stakeholders, customers, and colleagues to ensure strategic vision is aligned with business and financial goals.

Multifaceted skillset, talent, and expertise in identifying inefficiencies and developing solutions to solve complex business challenges with a passion in driving operational excellence and delivering an exceptional service.

What I do

Operations Leadership & Management

Focus on the core principles and practices essential for effectively leading and managing operations within an organization. It covers strategies for optimizing processes, maximizing efficiency, and achieving operational excellence.

Business Process Optimization

Leverage methodologies and techniques aimed at enhancing efficiency, productivity, and overall performance. Analyzing & refining processes to eliminate waste and streamline workflows, driving greater profitability and success.

Technology Innovation

Investigate the dynamic landscape of technology advancements and their impact on business. Exploring how to harness the innovation to drive competitive advantage, improve processes, and create novel solutions to complex challenges.

Development, Coaching, Mentoring

Explore strategies and practices for nurturing talent and fostering professional growth. Focusing on the importance of personalized guidance, constructive feedback, and ongoing support empowering individuals to reach their full potential.

Who I've Worked For

My Experience

2023 - Current
GEODIS
Sr. Vice President - Global Operational Excellence
Responsible for the strategy and execution of OPEX for Global Contract Logistics operating in 6 continents, generating value and savings through continuous improvement, solution innovation, and best practice sharing.
2017 - 2023
GEODIS
Vice President - Americas Operational Excellence
Established and led the OPEX Organization for Americas Contract Logistics operating in 6 countries supporting warehouse operations execution and activities.
2015-2017
GEODIS
Sr. Director - Operations Support & Process
Responsible for all operation support functions and continuous improvement efforts for a tier 1 client network spanning 5 states, 12 operations, and 4 lines of business.
2012 - 2015
OHL
Director - Head of Strategic Project Office
Mapped strategy to the enterprise project portfolio, identifying and driving activities that address our strategic initiatives and deliver the expected business outcomes.
2010 - 2012
Earthlink
Sr. Manager - Process & Performance
Mapped strategy to the enterprise project portfolio, identifying and driving activities that address our strategic initiatives and deliver the expected business outcomes.
2007 - 2010
Deltacom
Manager - Process & Performance
Developed business solutions for Warehousing, Field Logistics, Business Workflow, Network Integrations, Resource & Vendor Management, Data Visualization, and KPI automation.
2006 - 2007
Chemtura
Sr. Performance Analyst
Managed Six Sigma & Lean initiatives for the liquid and power chemical manufacturing operations campus leading value / performance engineering and process optimization efforts.
2004 - 2006
BioLab
Director - Head of Strategic Project Office
Performed operational reporting on production metrics, measured KPIs and identified cost reduction opportunities / process improvements through data backed analysis.
2000 - 2004
United States Army
Readiness Analyst
Divisional readiness and strength records support for the US Army's 2nd Infantry Division in Uijongbu, South Korea and Kitzingen, Germany.

Industries

Supply Chain
Warehousing
Telecommunications
Manufacturing

Skills

  • Operational Leadership
  • P&L Management
  • LEAN Six Sigma
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Best Practice Sharing
  • Performance Engineering
  • Data Analysis & Visualization
  • Operational Metrics & Reporting
  • Teambuilding & Collaboration
  • Leadership Development
  • Coaching & Mentoring
  • Change Management
  • Business Transformation
  • Strategic Business Planning
  • Technology Strategy & Roadmap
  • Project & Program Management
  • International Business
  • Innovation Strategy