Darrell Sykes

Professional Summary

Strategic and results-driven finance and logistics leader with 20+ years of experience guiding operations in global logistics and supply chain management. Proven success in process improvement, financial oversight, and team leadership, with deep expertise in the ocean freight industry. Known for fostering collaboration, driving cost savings, and delivering measurable improvements across business functions.

Experience

Regional Ocean Controller – DB Schenker (Feb 2022 – Present)

• Lead regional financial strategy and performance for ocean freight operations across the Americas.
• Collaborate with regional and global teams to align budgets, forecasts, and KPIs.
• Drive efficiency initiatives and reporting enhancements to support executive leadership.

US Ocean Controller – DB Schenker (Jun 2018 – Feb 2022)

• Managed all U.S. ocean freight financial operations.
• Implemented automated reporting tools that improved forecast accuracy.
• Streamlined budgeting processes and increased stakeholder alignment.

Collections Manager, Key Accounts – DB Schenker (Aug 2011 – Jun 2018)

• Managed multimillion-dollar client portfolios, achieving consistent reductions in delinquency.
• Worked closely with internal legal and sales to resolve disputes and ensure payment.

Collections Supervisor – DB Schenker (Mar 2011 – Aug 2011)

Key Account Collector – DB Schenker (Feb 2010 – Mar 2011)

Integrated Account Coordinator / Supervisor – Pitney Bowes (Jan 2006 – Jan 2010)

Training Specialist – Pitney Bowes (Feb 2004 – Jan 2006)

Government Account Collector – Pitney Bowes (Oct 2002 – Jan 2004)

Education

• Old Dominion University – Master’s Degree, Accounting (2023)
• Baker College – MBA, Human Resources (2010)
• Baker College – BS, Management (2008, Summa Cum Laude)
• Tidewater Community College – AS, Business Administration (Magna Cum Laude)
• Dale Carnegie – Professional Development Training

Skills

• Process & Workflow Optimization
• Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
• Ocean Freight & Logistics Management
• Collections Strategy & Credit Risk
• Cross-Functional Leadership
• Customer Retention & Satisfaction
• Performance Coaching
• ERP & Data Reporting Tools