Managemen, Logistics, Transportation, Supply Chain, Warehouseing

KYLE DETMERS

*** ********* ** **, ******, MI ****4

616-***-****, ac1w2h@r.postjobfree.com

Objective

I am looking to obtain a position that utilizes my extensive business and management knowledge, problem-solving skills, and leadership abilities. I am looking to become part of company in an established industry to help develop and implement ideas, objectives, strategies, and management.

Work Experience

Wilbur-Ellis

District Warehouse Manager, Great Lakes

October 2014 – August 2017

Managed all aspects of the distribution hub for the Great Lakes Ares. Managed all warehouse operations for the Sparta Branch. Served as the Logistics and Transportation Support Team Manager. Planned and Executed processes with the goal of reduction to the bottom line. Managed and negotiated all LTL and Truckload shipments through the Great Lakes Area. Accomplishments

• Negotiated the first national parcel account that collected all 150+ locations for Wilbur-Ellis which saved an estimated $250,000 in transportation expenses in the first year.

• Led a team that introduced GPS tracking and fleet analytics to the Great Lakes Area.

• Implemented a “Wheel” process that resulted in a $200,000 reduction in hub expenses from prior year.

• Created an algorithm to compute the total cost of transportation which provided better visibility of transportation cost and reduced our fleet usage.

• Achieved 100% Driver File and DOT Compliance.

Dayton Freight Lines

Inbound Supervisor

November 2012 – October 2014

Planed, scheduled, coordinated, and implemented methods and procedures that ensured the most efficient and economical routing and movements of customers’ freight in an error-free manner. Compiled production and service records and measured conformance to standards. Inspected and measured performance of personnel resulting in changes in work practices necessary to improve overall Service Center operations. Reviewed logs and reports and conferred with shift personnel to ascertain pertinent scheduling, production and administrative support requirements. Set up appointment freight deliveries. Performed and or assisted with billing, rating, manifesting and analysis of freight weight and size. Maintained excellent communication with external and internal customers. Assisted with training, development and evaluation of production and/or clerical personnel performance and recommend or initiate documentation. In conjunction with the Service Center Manager, recruited, qualified, interviewed, hired, trained, and developed Service Center personnel. Ensured that Service Center premises are protected and maintained. Understood and applied company safety practices including DOT, EPA, ICC and OSHA rules and regulations. Assisted with the facilitation of information meetings with Service Center team members. Responsible for truck, trailer, equipment, and all Service Center maintenance. Effectively handled special assignments as directed.

Accomplishments

• Head of safety department.

• 98.6% on time service in 2013.

• Increased deliveries before noon by implementing wave loading.

• Increased all dock operations performance measures.

• Increased P&D productivity and reduced overtime through improved inbound planning.

• Three record revenue days in 2014.

USF Holland

Outbound Supervisor

November 2011 – November 2012

Supervised and coordinated all activities of dockworkers and other support personnel. Provided planning, direction and control of all available resources for insuring timely, damage-free, safe loading/unloading of freight on outbound operation. Provided support personnel and dockworker training and performance feedback to ensure that all work is performed according to company approved procedures and standards.

Accomplishments

• 94% outbound departure compliance.

• Increased transportation load average and reduced cost through improved load planning.

• Increased weight and research revenue by training and managing dock personnel. United Parcel Service

Supervisor

Operations - Loader/Unloader

August 2002 – November 2011

August 2006 – November 2011

August 2002 – August 2006

Planed, organized, and managed individual areas within the Grand Rapids Distribution Hub. Responsibilities included multitasking to complete work while keeping control of work area and leading employees, preparing work areas, audits, reaching goals in safety, performance, and production, daily records keeping, post sort operations, and employee payroll. Manage workgroups of up to 10 employees.

Accomplishments

• Took control of worst performing area and turned it around to receive top monthly recognition

• Met and exceeded performance and service goals every month

• Was awarded recognition for supervisor of the year MC Sports

Sales Associate

November 2004 – June 2008

Responsibilities include managing inventory, stocking inventory, customer service, and sales. Accomplishments

• Received sales associate of the month honors

• Met and exceeded sales goals

Education

Davenport University

• BA – Management

• Marketing Manager Internship at DU - Grand Rapids, MI o Handled marketing and management

responsibilities for Men’s Lacrosse Team.

o Responsibilities included yearly budget, equipment budget, game promotions, camp promotions, and

fund raising.

Accomplishments

• Specialty in Leadership and Governance

• Honors graduate with 3.58 GPA

• Continuously made Deans List

• Captain of Men’s Lacrosse Team

June 2011

November 2010 – June 2011

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