David L. Eveson
***** ** ***** **. . *********, OR 97006 . 503-***-**** / 503-***-**** .
***********@***.***
Logistics, Supply Chain, & Traffic Operations
Program Manager, Department Manager, Specialist, Director
Consistent history of facilitating profit and revenue growth through
exceptional management of domestic and international logistics operations.
Special expertise in reducing shipping and freight costs, improving storage
and distribution efficiency, and increasing operational quality. Excel at
negotiating contracts with carriers, managing Hazmat and quality
initiatives, and ensuring compliance with industry, federal, and corporate
guidelines. Experienced at determining best possible shipping methods based
on ROI and timing. Adept at building, training, and leading top-performing
teams. Conversational in Chinese.
Professional strengths include:
Logistics Management + Supply Chain Operations + Traffic & Distribution
Management
QA + ICC INCOTERMS + APICS Procedures + OSHA & ISO Compliance + Project
Management
Customer Relations + 3rd Party Logistics + Reporting + Negotiations +
Process Improvement
ERP & MRP Systems + Customs Regulations + International Import/Export +
Warehousing
Professional Experience
CALBAG METALS CO., Portland, OR 2002 - 2013
Fastest-growing buyer, seller, and trader of nonferrous scrap metal in the
Pacific Northwest.
Logistics Manager
Oversaw domestic and international import and export of metal commodities
from internal and supplier facilities worldwide. Coordinated 525 truckloads
per month, on average. Supervised three direct and 10 indirect reports.
Additionally provided services for several sister companies. Managed
incoming and outgoing shipments at warehouse locations and managed supply
chain functions. Prepared all export documentation, invoices, and
documentation relating to Letters of Credit. Investigated and resolved
order and shipment issues. Maintained compliance records and licenses.
Audited freight invoices. Worked closely with overseas agents and
distribution centers.
. Reduced transportation rates 15%-25% by negotiating better agreements
with carriers, including trucking companies, intermodal companies,
railroads, and steamship lines.
. Increased efficiency by improving communications between various
departments.
. Built long-term relationships with air, rail, trucking, and ocean
carriers, plus more than 25 third-party logistics companies.
. Enhanced warehouse operations by formulating new loading and shipping
procedures.
. Lowered freight cost 10% and improved efficiency by negotiating new
rates and sourcing alternate packaging providers.
ALLIED SYSTEMS CO., Sherwood, OR 1993 - 2002
Manufacturer and distributor of specialized heavy lift and material
handling equipment.
Assistant Traffic Manager (1997-2002)
Promoted to direct all traffic-related functions. Managed several hundred
international and domestic inbound and outbound shipments per month,
including small parts, materials, and large equipment. Directed Parts
Department. Coordinated all traffic-related functions within warehouse and
supervised warehouse invoicing and supply chain activities. Negotiated
pricing and freight agreements with carriers. Analyzed sales and purchase
orders, along with product specifications, to determine appropriate
shipping methods. Prepared NAFTA Certificates of Origin. Managed Letters of
Credit functions.
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. Lowered overall freight costs several percentage points through
effective negotiations with carriers.
. Increased quality by formulating and implementing new policies and
procedures. Also served on Quality Audit Team, which audited compliance
to all internal procedures.
. Contributed to profitability by filing claims with carriers in instances
of contract non-compliance.
. Monitored compliance with DOT Hazmat regulations to avoid penalties and
reduce safety costs.
Traffic Administrator (1993-1997)
Arranged domestic outbound shipments with small package carriers, LTL and
FTL truck carriers, air carriers, and railroads. Worked closely with
Production, Final Assembly, Marketing, and Warehouse departments to ensure
proper packaging and on-time shipping. Prepared Bills of Lading and various
export documents. Maintained Material Safety Data Sheets. Communicated
extensively with freight forwarders, export carriers, and local carriers to
coordinate export shipments.
. Consistently negotiated best possible pricing with carriers for domestic
and international shipments.
. Facilitated executive decision making by preparing regular shipping
reports for management.
. Ensured proper delivery of all items by tracking shipments to final
destination.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Eastern Oregon University,
La Grande, OR
? Focus in International Business
? Minor in International Studies
Associate Degree in Arts & Sciences, Brigham Young University Idaho,
Rexburg, ID
CERTIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Certificate in Import/Customs Regulations, Small Business International
Trade Office
Certificate in International Transportation, Portland World Trade Center
Certificate in Import/Export, Transportation Services Institute
Training in International Shipping, ICC INCOTERMS, and OSHA & Hazmat
Regulations
AFFILIATIONS
Transportation Association of Portland
APICS
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Technical Skills: Microsoft Office, ERP systems, MRP systems, Inventory
systems
Languages: Conversational in Mandarin Chinese
"I have found David to be not only very knowledgeable in this field...very
well respected in the industry. I would highly recommend David to any
future employer as he would be a true asset." - Dan DePaola, Director of
Sales & Marketing, Shippers Transport Express (2013)