James Shefelbine
Principal
Expertise
- Supply Chain Design
- Market Analysis
- Logistics Procurement
- Assessment & Optimization
- Due Diligence
Highlights
- Executive Vice President – PLG Consulting
- Vice President Marketing – RailAmerica
- Marketing Director – CSX Transportation
- Director Finance – BNSF
James Shefelbine is a senior-level business leader with extensive experience developing and executing profitable growth strategies through supply chain optimization. His core strengths include implementing made-to-measure strategic imperatives, leading organizational transformation, and managing complex relationships with private equity firms, major shippers, and transportation providers. James has consistently delivered profitable growth for both Fortune 500 companies and entrepreneurial startups.
As Executive Vice President at PLG Consulting, James led the firm’s supply chain practice, developing strategic frameworks that aligned client operations with broader business objectives. He provided private equity firms with strategic guidance on investment decisions and operational enhancements across transportation and logistics sectors.
Throughout his career, James transformed organizations through innovative approaches to pricing, asset optimization, and customer experience. At RailAmerica, he revolutionized revenue management systems and created specialized teams focused on fleet utilization. At CSX Transportation, he championed cross-functional collaboration and pioneered market segmentation strategies that positioned the company for sustainable growth.
James’ multifaceted approach to supply chain design and logistics optimization made him particularly valuable to private equity clients seeking to evaluate investments, improve efficiency, and implement initiatives driving long-term value creation. His diverse leadership experience spans GE Transportation, Crawford & Company, and entrepreneurial ventures.
James holds a BA in Mathematics from Hamline University in St. Paul, MN.
