DONALD ROGERS

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Oshkosh, WI 54901

920-***-****) • acvs92@r.postjobfree.com

Operations Manager

Transportation • Distribution • Supply Chain Management

Background features a record of consistently outstanding performance in the transportation industry. Experience features extensive management responsibilities, directing the efforts of up to 100+ employees. Significant advanced industry management training. Excellent driving record. Experienced in unionized and non-union environments.

Business Planning

Estimating

Quality Control

Vendor/Supplier Negotiation

Sales/Sales Support

Core Competencies

Supply Chain Management

Pricing Structures

Process Improvement

Inventory Management

Supplier Performance/Metrics

Logistics

Workflow Analysis

Staff Training/Development

Problem-Solving

Safety

Key Strengths

Energetic; high sense of urgency; quality-driven; detail-oriented; accountable; leader by example; take-charge attitude; impeccable work ethic. Proven ability to improve quality, ensure timely delivery, reduce costs and improve productivity. “Full spectrum” understanding of the logistics/supply chain/distribution profession – services, pricing, competition, operations, technology, and human resource management.

SELECTED CAREER ACHIEVEMENTS

Graduate, American Moving and Storage Association (AMSA) Leadership Program – 2007 Recipient of the Dale Carnegie Break Through Award – 2006

Earned Certified Moving Consultant (CMC) Designation – 1997 Recognized during career for 13 year safe driving record.

Selected as one of two drivers from a 50-person field to represent company at the National Truck Rodeo.

Selected by Allied Van Line senior management as Top Driver (out of 48) to handle all Home Equity accounts.

EXPERIENCE

WILLIAM B. MEYER INC. (http://www.williambmeyer.com/) – Windsor, Connecticut 2015-2016

Since 1915 William B. Meyer, Inc. has been helping redefine transportation, storage and distribution solutions.

Operations Manager/Rigging Division

Managed rolling stock of specialized inventory ($10 million) in 3 warehouses (50,000 square feet). Crew supervision and dispatch, tool and equipment ordering, provide monthly reports on safety performance, maintain DOT and OSHA compliance, filing of workers compensation and accident reports, and preparation of quarterly reports to VP Operations. Heavy forklift operation (80,000 lbs.)

Operations/Profitability – Direct impact on the $1.2 million increased revenue through support of sales, managing and controlling cost and profitability of jobs, and training and development of operations crew.

Core Functions – Prepare for AM dispatch. Organization of large and small machine shop moves. Inventory control. Communicate with drivers. Provide estimates as needed. Ensure the proper maintenance of equipment. Company-wide Safety Board Member responsible for state-wide monthly safety meetings. Extensive problem-solving.

NATIONWIDE MOVING (http://www.nationwidemoving.com/) – Bloomfield, Connecticut 2013-2015

North American Agent Providing Fast, Efficient and Customizable Commercial or Residential Relocation

Operations Manager/Dispatcher

Direct the efforts of approximately 35 full-time union employees and up to 75 helpers in all aspects of the day to day operation of local and statewide deliveries. Responsibilities include two warehouses (175,000 square feet.) Report to the Vice President of Operations. One of two Operations Managers.

Operations/Profitability – Responsible for the efficiency, productivity and profitability of assigned business.

Core Functions – Prepare for AM dispatch. Communicate with drivers. Provide estimates as needed. Ensure the proper maintenance of equipment. Manage Safety Department. Extensive problem-solving.

BRENDAMOUR MOVING AND STORAGE (http://www.brendamourmoving.com/) – Cincinnati, Ohio 2010-2013

A Leader in the Moving and Storage Industry – An Agent for Mayflower Van Lines

Operations Manager

Directed the local and long distance dispatching, managing the receipt and verification of all warehouse and sales support. Managed work force and monitored job status to ensure all client orders are shipped and delivered on time. Trained and supervised department personnel. Generated weekly inventory reports and monthly paper vendor return reports. Provided sales support. Generated and analyzed monthly sales statements. Complied with DOT requirements. Met rigorous standards of documentation.

FRY WAGNER MOVING AND STORAGE (https://www.fry-wagner.com/) – Earth City, Missouri 2005-2010

State-of-the-Art Full-Service Relocation Company Spanning Five Locations

Regional/Local Short Haul Operations Manager

Directed the work of 50 full-time employees and five Owner/Operators in all aspects of daily operations for regional short haul deliveries. Responsibilities included two warehouses (200,000 square feet). Reported to the Vice President of Operations.

Operations/Profitability – Responsible for the efficiency, productivity and profitability of assigned business.

Core Functions – Prepared for AM dispatch. Communicated with drivers. Provided estimates as needed. Ensured the proper maintenance of equipment. Managed Safety Department. Extensive problem-solving.

NATIONWIDE MOVING (http://www.nationwidemoving.com/) – Bloomfield, Connecticut 2000-2005

North American Agent Providing Fast, Efficient and Customizable Commercial or Residential Relocation

Operations Manager/Dispatcher

Performed functions as described in current position on first page.

WHEATON WORLDWIDE MOVING (http://www.wheatonworldwide.com/) – Bethpage, New York 1997-1999

One of the Leading Residential Moving Companies in the World

Sales

Performed residential, commercial and overseas business development for this globally respected moving company.

Full Cycle of Business Development – Sold and supervised projects. Traveled in the field to residential and commercial prospects and provided quotations – bidding for the business. Developed expertise in being able to price work to maximize chances of landing the account while providing a healthy margin of profitability for the company.

Supervised Drivers – Supervised drivers in delivering the services on all projects.

CMC Designation – Earned the designation of Certified Moving Consultant (CMC).

ALLIED VAN LINES (http://www.allied.com/) – New Britain, Connecticut 1992-1997

Moving Company of Choice Offering Full-Service Moving Options

Percentage Driver/Crew Supervisor – Transported goods nationwide for commercial and residential customers. Paid on the basis of productivity. Directed crews in the field. Held Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).

NORTH AMERICAN VAN LINES (http://www.northamerican.com/) – Meriden, Connecticut 1987-1992

Specializing in Corporate Relocation, Long Distance and Residential Moving

Percentage Driver/Crew Supervisor - Performed functions as described above with Allied Van Lines.

EDUCATION/TRAINING

Certified Moving Consultation (CMC) Designation (http://www.promover.org/cmc)

Graduate of Dale Carnegie Communication and Human Relations Program: (Certificate – http://bit.ly/1o5uPNq) (Course – http://bit.ly/1uK3hmF)

Graduate of American Moving and Storage Association (AMSA) Leadership Program (http://bit.ly/1qNqNzh) AMSA is the national trade association for the professional moving industry (www.promover.org).

The Leaders Program is an intensive five month program for prospective industry executives, with an introduction to leadership skills and analytical thinking. It is given to a select number of participants each year. http://bit.ly/1Dp7791

References available upon request.

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