Scott Allen
**** ****** *****, **** *** Moines, Iowa 50266 . 515-***-**** .
*********@*****.***
Fleet Director /Procurement/ Negotiation / Vendor Management
Safety/Transportation Pricing/ Supply Chain Management/ Sustainability/ P &
L Responsibility/Budgeting/Sales/Maintenance/Strategic Planning.
Top 50 Transportation Company: I have been fortunate to enjoy many key
positions in the transportation industry. I have developed professional
growth through such positions as transportation pricing, asset management,
sales, safety, maintenance, risk management and environmental.
Experience and Management: Over the past 10 years I have gained a wide
variety of talents within the transportation industry. I have a track
record of cost reduction, fresh ideas, streamlining procedures and budget
compliance.
Proven Record: I am skilled in all areas of transportation including
pricing and receiving large RFP's, equipment purchasing, DOT regulations,
alternative energy solutions, developing safety programs and managing a
large maintenance budget. I have varied P & L experience for both
administrative operations and external sales operations. I have
consistently exceeded company objectives in budget compliance and revenue
projections.
B.S. Degree Minnesota State University
Select Achievements and Skills
. Played a key roll in the liquidation of a large transportation leasing
company and acquisition of two large transportation companies.
. Negotiated with 100's of different vendors to obtain best price,
warranty, financing, payment terms and increase bottom line.
. Active participating member of EPA Smartway next generation council.
Extensive knowledge on alternative fuel vehicles for a cleaner
tomorrow.
. Developed detailed processes to create proactive maintenance and
purchasing plans. Proficient with Microsoft office products as well
as transportation specific software.
. Reduced external maintenance spending by 15% by creating vendor
accountability programs and developing new pre-trip guidelines.
. Managed a fleet of 14,000 vehicles, including purchase of all vehicles
and management of three equipment retail centers.
. Exceptionally strong written and verbal communication skills. Highly
personable and capable of working with corporate officers, mid level
managers and entry-level employees. Proficient at solving problem and
implementing solutions under tight deadlines. Hands on manager
capable of efficiently managing and developing people.
Career Overview and Experience
. Ruan Transport Corporation - Director of Assets and Purchasing 2003-
present
. Ruan Transport Corporation - Manager of Transportation Pricing 2000-
2003
. Dun and Bradstreet Information Services - Senior Business Analyst 1996-
2000