KENNETH ADKINS

TRANSPORTATION SUPERVISOR

Vancouver, WA 98661 ad2oeb@r.postjobfree.com 469-***-**** linkedin.com/in/kennethadkins12/

Qualifications Summary

Results-driven, dependable leader with years of extensive experience in the management and administration of transportation and logistics processes. Track record of supervising 40 associates and leading a team of drivers in a fast-paced dispatch team environment. Strong abilities to collaborate, communicate, and motivate others to accomplish goals. Capacity to maintain a clean, professional, and safe work environment. Proven ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced, complex, multi-tasking virtual environment. Equipped with a solid work ethic, integrity, utmost professionalism, and accountability. Honorable Discharged Air Force Veteran.

Core Competencies

3PL Utilization Customer Service DOT Regulations Customer Delivery Requirements Service Level Agreements Annual Performance Reviews Problem-solving Leadership Skills Excellent Written and Oral Communication Skills Problem-solving Decision-making Interpersonal Skills Strong Organization & Multi-tasking Skills

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

TRANSPORTATION SUPERVISOR, UNFI Ridgefield, WA May 2019 – Present

Leverage best practices to supervise daily transportation operations while maintaining a 96% on-time delivery rate.

Strategically implement daily scheduling of drivers and oversee preventative maintenance & repair of tractors and trailers.

Forge and sustain robust relationships with 3PL carriers to secure extra drivers with maximum efficiency.

Adhere to standard operating procedures and guidelines when administering fleet DOT drug and alcohol screening,

LOGISTICS COORDINATOR, Efreightsolutions Irving, TX Dec 2014 – Feb 2019

Accounted for dispatching, tracking, and tracing 80 shipments via TMS and managed rate negotiation with 3PL carriers.

Facilitated weekly invoicing and document management of domestic shipments with maximum efficiency.

Delivered real-time client updates on scheduling and operational changes with a prompt resolution to delays.

DRIVER MANAGER, Dynamex Carrollton, TX Feb 2007 – Dec 2014

Managed independent contractor dispatching for same-day pick-up and delivery, achieving 100% customer satisfaction rate.

Expedited resolution of logistical concerns and ensured optimal customer loyalty and retention.

PREVIOUS WORK EXPERIENCE

Recruiting Manager/Dispatcher, Sunbelt Express Garland, TX

Maneuvered recruiting and new hire orientation program development and dispatched drivers across AZ, CA, and TX.

Operations Manager, Refrigerated Transport Garland, TX

Directed transportation operations from within the customer facility and sustained a 95% weekly on-time delivery rate.

Staff Support Administrator, US Air Force USA

Accomplished complex administrative functions for the Chief of Administration to streamline daily processes.

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Business Administration, 12 credits Dallas Community College District

Kessler Air Force Technical School Biloxi, MS

TECHNICAL SPECIALTIES

TMS, Flight Insight, Citrix WBS, Social Media Platforms, Cooltrax, PeopleNet, Microsoft Office and Word

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