BRIAN A. SWATTS

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317-***-**** acz9mo@r.postjobfree.com

Transportation Operations Manager

Logistics Supply Chain Dispatch Warehousing

20+ years union and non-union supervisory experience; extensive knowledge of inventory management systems, heavy equipment operations training, transportation & distribution protocols and compliance

Solid technical communication and interpersonal skills with a proven background providing leadership, sound judgment and exemplary service in high-velocity, high-value, time sensitive environments

Experience

CAPSTONE LOGISTICS INC., Indianapolis, IN – 2014 to Present

Site Manager: Oversee 2 divisions on site at Kroger distribution Center, 24/7 with a staff of 48 personnel

ABF Freight Systems Inc., Indianapolis, IN 2006 to 2013

Operations Supervisor: Supervised 25 union dispatch/driver & 14 union dock/yard personnel

Old Dominion Freight line, Indianapolis, IN 2006

Operations Supervisor: Supervised 30 dock personnel

Exel Direct, Indianapolis, IN 2005 to 2006

General Manager: Supervised 9 drivers, 5 dock workers & 3 support staff members

Oliver Trucking Corp., Indianapolis, IN 2000 to 2005

Operations Manager (02-05) Dock Supervisor (00-02): 90 door terminals w/16 non-union personnel

Shorewood packaging, Indianapolis, IN 1990 to 2000

Shipping Supervisor: Supervised 18 warehouse personnel

Direct all inbound /outbound logistics operations, including transportation and warehouse activities, safety performance, training and quality management; coordinate comprehensive logistical and reverse logistical functions for product life cycles, including acquisition, distribution, internal allocation, delivery, recycling, reuse and final disposal of resources

Analyze the financial impact of proposed logistics changes, such as routing, shipping modes, product volumes, mixes or carriers; implement improvements to internal and external systems and processes; negotiate with suppliers and clients to improve supply chain efficiency and sustainability

Communicate freight transportation information to customers/suppliers using transportation management, electronic logistics marketplace and electronic freight information systems

Review global, national, or regional transportation or logistics reports; maintain metrics, process documentation, customer service logs, training and safety records

Plan material flow management systems to meet production requirements; design models for use in evaluating logistics programs or services and monitor product import or export processes to ensure compliance with regulatory and legal requirements

Process manifest paperwork, assemble orders and schedule delivery transport using best means possible; setup workflow sequence based on order requirements, personnel and available equipment

Extensive utilization of proprietary inventory management software systems; track job progress to ensure orders move properly through each processing phase

Train department personnel in roles and responsibilities regarding global logistics, equipment operation, safety, inventory processing and delivery protocols and strategies

Education

Business Management coursework: Indiana State University, Terre Haute, IN

Advanced Certifications & Specialized Training

MS Office Suite

Centralized Dock Management (CDM)

Inventory/Warehouse Management

AS400

TMW

OSHA/HAZMAT

Weights & Inspections Certified

Forklift Driver Trainer

ABF Inbound/Outbound Planning

Electronic Data Interchange (EDI)