BEN S. POLK

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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Transportation and operations professional with demonstrated business acumen to impact performance improvement across multiple business units. Extensive knowledge of supply chain management including transportation management, operations, procurement, negotiations and technology integration.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

TRINITY INDUSTRIES, INC Dallas, TX

Rail Fleet Asset Analyst April 2014 ? July 2016

Optimized fleet utilization via reporting and analysis using Microsoft Office, Excel, and specialized company software, tracked and traced railcars, monitored transit time performance by lane, and prepared rail fleet plans to meet customer demands. Established relationships with Class I railroads as well as short lines to gather freight accrual estimates, resolve billing issues, and aid in freight recovery and freight billing error resolution. Supported maintenance operations, finance, and the Trinity Rail sales team across North America as the rail operations subject expert.

HERTZ CORPORATION DFW Airport, TX

Airport Location Operations Manager September 2013 ? March 2014

Achieved branch goals to include fleet utilization, revenue per unit, revenue per associate, daily dollar average and profit per rental day. Oversaw the roles/responsibilities and services offered to customers at the rental counters. Planned, directed and monitored the preparation of returned vehicles for the next rental.

BENEFITU FITNESS Dallas, TX

Personal Trainer July 2011 ? August 2013

As creator and owner, designed and implemented personalized exercise and diet programs targeting specific conditions and concerns including obesity, arthritis and high cholesterol, as well as overall well-being. Developed and provided personal training to individuals to maximize workout efficiency, improve fitness, and increase stamina.

RETAILCOMM, Dallas, TX

Director of Operations & Business Development March 2009 ? June 2011

Developed and maintained production business plans to include all program requirements, labor hours, cycles, loss prevention, security and production costs. Established production and quality control standards, developed budget and cost controls, and gathered data regarding types, quantities, specifications, and delivery dates of products ordered.

GE CAPITAL, TRAILER FLEET SERVICES Dallas, TX

Region Rental Manager, Southwest U.S June 2006 ? September 2008

Provided tools and structure to the sales team and Regional Sales Manager to maximize rental and fleet utilization, including utilization plan by branch, weekly forecasting, daily tracking of actual figures versus plan, and management of the sales pipeline. Designed and supported marketing, advertising, special events, and other various programs to maintain and increase utilization focus.

GOODMAN MANUFACTURING Houston, TX

Distribution Operations Manager February 2004 ? June 2006

Facilitated the set-up and opening of branches from purchase to opening. This included the set-up and installation of flooring, office furniture, racking, IT systems, warehouse equipment, and telephone systems. Monitored production business plans to include all program requirements, labor hours, cycles, loss prevention, security and production costs. Maintained quality control standards, budget and cost controls, and gathered data regarding types, quantities, specifications, and delivery dates of products ordered.

RYDER SYSTEM, INC Austin, TX

Lease Business Development Manager June 2002 ? January 2004

Facilitated education and implementation of Ryder services (Full Service Lease, Programmed Maintenance, Lease Financing, Fleet Management Services and Dedicated Contract Carriage) Screened potential business deals by analyzing market strategies, deal requirements, potential, and financials; evaluating options; resolving internal priorities; and recommending applicable products.

EDUCATION

TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY LUBBOCK, TX

B.B.A. ? Business Administration & Marketing December 2001

GRAYSON COLLEGE DENISON, TX

A.S. ? Pre-Law August 199

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