Experience
Brad McBride, CEO and Founder of Zero Down Supply Chain Solutions is a dynamic leader with over 30 years of experience in the supply chain sector. His journey began at Consolidated Freightways in 1988, where he mastered freight logistics and pricing. His career led him to Eagle Global Logistics, diving into international freight forwarding and leading high-volume shipping projects.
Brad’s innovative spirit led him to establish Zero Down Supply Chain Solutions, leveraging cutting-edge technology through FreightOptics to drive savings and efficiencies. Under his guidance, Zero Down offers services designed to optimize supply chain operations, including freight auditing, carrier negotiations, business intelligence, and other cost-saving services. Brad’s philosophy emphasizes teamwork, consistency, and the strategic use of technology to achieve both personal and professional success, making Zero Down a leader in providing actionable business insights and transparent savings to clients across various modes.
More From Brad McBride
What Is a Transportation Management System? Why You Need a TMS for Supply Chain Success
Jul 9, 2026
Brad McBride
Key Takeaways
Substantial ROI through Cost Control: A TMS identifies and eliminates "hidden" logistics costs by automating freight audits, reducing ...
Freight Audit Service: How Freight Audit Will Reduce Shipping Costs
Jul 9, 2026
Brad McBride
Key Takeaways
Protect Profit Margins: Freight auditing identifies common billing errors—such as duplicate charges, incorrect weights, and misapplied tariffs—that otherwise ...
How to Master Carrier Contract Negotiation: Tips for Carrier Contract Negotiations for Better UPS and FedEx Contracts
Jul 9, 2026
Brad McBride
Key Takeaways
Prioritize Data-Driven Insights: Conduct comprehensive audits of your shipping profile and use benchmarking data to identify hidden rate ...
Find the Best Parcel Management Software to Reduce Carrier Shipping Fees and Master Parcel Spend Management
Jul 9, 2026
Brad McBride
Key Takeaways
Identify and Eliminate Hidden Costs: Parcel shipping budgets are often drained by accessorial surcharges, geographic delivery patterns, and ...
What Is Parcel Spend Management? A Guide to Optimizing Parcel Spend Management, Visibility, and Data
Jul 9, 2026
Brad McBride
Key Takeaways
Strategic Impact on Profitability: Parcel spend management is a critical C-suite priority because it transforms shipping from a ...
Can Parcel Spend Management Identify Hidden Shipping Fees Automatically and Reduce Shipping Costs?
Jul 9, 2026
Brad McBride
Key Takeaways
Hidden Costs in Complex Contracts: Carrier contracts are often over 100 pages long and filled with "anti-audit" clauses ...
What Is a Transportation Management System? Why You Need a TMS for Supply Chain Success
Freight Audit Service: How Freight Audit Will Reduce Shipping Costs
How to Master Carrier Contract Negotiation: Tips for Carrier Contract Negotiations for Better UPS and FedEx Contracts
Find the Best Parcel Management Software to Reduce Carrier Shipping Fees and Master Parcel Spend Management
What Is Parcel Spend Management? A Guide to Optimizing Parcel Spend Management, Visibility, and Data
