Logistical Operations

PREFORMANCE-DRIVEN LOGISCTICAL PROFESSIONAL

Operations ● Strategic Business Planning ● Logistics

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

● Vendor/Supplier Relations ● Logistics ● Client Relations Management ● Problem Solving ● Contract Negotiation ● P&L Management ● Business Development ● Logistical Analysis ● Operations Management ● Domestic & International ● Leadership & Coaching ● Business Process Improvements ● Conflict Resolution ● Cross-Functional Expertise ● Benefits Administration ● Organizational Change ● Accounting & Finance

CAREER ACHIEVEMENTS

Increased efficiency by simplifying monthly accounting processes with newly developed format that lead to payments within seven days

Enhanced internal operations by establishing and implementing new policies/procedures which lead to easier hiring practices

Handled accounts resulting in one becoming the fourth largest customer and the other being the tenth

Consistently increased profitability by improving productivity and reducing expenses within the rage of eight to fifteen percent

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Operations Management November 2015 - Present

CEMEX, USA Woodstock, GA

Managed Operations for Multiple projects in the Atlanta Area

Increased productivity on two major Atlanta projects by ten percent – SunTrust Stadium and Mercedes-Benz Stadium

Maintained communication with drivers at all times and monitored hours given DOT regulations

Problem-solved and helped with maintaining long-term customer relations with three major accounts

Maintained all aspects of dispatching as well as driver selection for all local orders

Transportation Logistics June 2011 – February 2012

ALLEN LUND COMPANY Atlanta, GA

Directed and handled operations for the Northeast sector of distribution in the Atlanta office

Managed all aspects of dispatching for all carriers

Maintained communication with drivers at all times to ensure customer expectations were attained or exceeded

Successfully implemented key projects resulting in acquisition of multiple new lanes with conformed customers

Accountant/Human Resources November 2009 -- March 2011

LILLY PIERRE'S Montgomery, AL

Provided comprehensive accounting and human resource management for family owned/operated small boutique

Effectively fulfilled two essential roles for organization

Managed accounting responsibilities according to best accounting practices

Demonstrated knowledge of analysis, organizational development, team building, and project execution

Directed HR functions, provided leadership with hiring and termination of staff, benefits administration, compensation enhancements, and professional development for staff

Transportation Logistics & Team Leader March 2008 -- February 2009

4 Elements Logistics Atlanta, GA

Directed operations for national transportation and logistics services company

Provided multi-mode transportation, warehousing, and full-service supply chain analysis

Produced strategic business plan to enhance profitability and operations

Directed driver selection process, vehicle type, load security, and scheduling of loading and delivery

Tracked division shipments to ensure delivery dates were met

Provided comprehensive accounting services for entire Atlanta office

Personally mediated all challenges related to Human Resources

Implemented accounting process improvements, reduced invoicing average from 12+ days to 5 days or less

Developed and maintained meaningful business relationships

Transportation Logistics Manager - Military Division September 2007 -- February 2008

CRST LOGISTICS Birmingham, AL

Managed operations of flatbed long-haul business serving the United States Military and Fortune 500 companies

Implemented strategic key projects resulting in acquisition of four new customers within a two-month period

Negotiated new business contracts for military bases and Fortune 500 companies

Ensured optimal performance of logistical services through meticulous hands-on management

Increased profitability and advanced growth objectives through vital contributions to procuring new business

Manager – Flatbed Operations September 2006 -- February 2007

FLS TRANSPORTATION Brandon, MS

Orchestrated business development of a national transportation logistics office

Executed strategic initiatives resulting in the acquisition of six new customers within the first month

Enhanced operations by developing highly effective HR programs, policies, and procedures

Produced new hire orientation packet to outline program details and articulate the company mission and vision

Transportation Logistics and Analysis December 2003 -- September 2006

C. H. ROBINSON COMPANY Atlanta, GA

Managed business accounts for a global Fortune 500 transportation and logistics company with $5.7 billion in annual revenues and 6,500+ employees worldwide

Elevated four critical accounts to top ten accounts for the office and top thirty accounts company-wide

Successfully served as agent of four large accounts ranking in the top thirty for branch

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Master of Business Administration (MBA) Concentration: Project Management Degreed 2015

HERZING UNIVERSITY Atlanta, GA

4.0 G.P.A.

Six Sigma Qualification Green Belt (CSSGB) 2011

Master of Business Administration (MBA) Concentration: Human Resource Management Degreed 2011

STRAYER UNIVERSITY Atlanta, GA

4.0 G.P.A.

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration Concentration: Economics Degreed 2003

AUBURN UNIVERSITY MONTGOMERY Montgomery, AL

3.75 G.P.A. in Economics field

ACADEMIC TRAINING & ACCOMPLISHMENTS

AS400 Certified

Knowledgeable in other TMS programs - Da Vinci, Coyote, Express

Alpha Chi National College Honor Society

Golden Key Honor Society

PROFESSIONAL & CIVIC AFFILIATIONS

Volunteer English as a Second Language Teacher, Atlanta-Fulton Library System, Atlanta, GA, 2010 – 2015

Founding Member, Hope for Veterans, Birmingham, AL, 2010 - Present

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