Anthony Scott Bradford
Fort Worth, TX 76131
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OBJECTIVE
I would like to advance my career within Logistics and Supply Chain. I’m an excellent problem solver, team member, and goal oriented worker. With my work ethic, leadership skills, education, and broad experience in logistics; I know that I will be a valuable member and will contribute to achieving success. I currently have an active Secret Security Clearance EDUCATION
University of North Carolina at Charlotte Charlotte, NC Logistics and Supply Chains Graduate Certificate Jun 2016 - June 2018 University of South Carolina Columbia, SC
Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science Aug 2012 - May 2015
• Army ROTC Leadership Development (2 years)
EXPERIENCE
Ryder System, Inc. Fort Worth, TX
Advanced Application Analyst Mar 2020 – Present
40 Hours/Week
• Automate systematic order processing by developing and implementing Kapow web macro robots to complete out all manual functions
• Automate Carrier Contract Maintenance by developing and implementing Kapow web macro robots to complete out most tariff building steps
• Identify areas of opportunity for Kapow web macro robots to provide analytic reporting
• Monitor, root cause and resolve issues relating to utilization of Kapow macros
• Investigate advanced if/then scenarios within the testing environments
• Develop new functionality within existing database
• Identify and implement new Kapow Macros for Command Control and Entity-Planning Teams to eliminate manual touch of shipments/loads across all customers
Ross Stores, Inc. Fort Mill, SC
TMS Administrator Dec 2018 – Feb 2020
40 Hours/Week
• Responsible for setup, maintenance, and diagnostics of the Manhattan Transportation Management System (TMS)
• Worked closely with the IT Team and Transportation Operations Teams to identify trends, analyze data, and develop resolution plans
• Worked on TMS optimization and special project to support Transportation Operations
• Manage a group mailbox
• Resolved user issues through daily communication via phone and email
• Created yard capacity reports and assist DCs with identifying and notifying carriers for empty trailer pick up
• Created shipment aging reports and work with Carriers and Inbound Operations Team to reduce aging shipments Ryder System, Inc. Charlotte, NC
Transportation Analyst, Accessorials Manager Jul 2016 – Nov 2018 40 Hours/Week
• Analyzed data to discover trends and develop proposals to improve processes and reduce cost
• Provided root cause analysis that drives continuous improvement through process changes to increase operation efficiency that will save time, reduce cost, and improve customer satisfaction
• Used and created Excel reports and Access databases for daily processes, matrices (KPIs), and data analysis
• Managed validation and billing processes for accessorial service charges
• Assisted the Financial Settlement Department with validation and payment of accessorial charges for truck load, less than truck load, and intermodal shipments using web portals, WMS, and other software applications Charlotte, NC
May 2015 - Jul 2016
Shipment Management Coordinator 40 Hours/Week
• Developed processes that improved operations for the Financial Settlement Department
• Optimized rate validation and payment processes by creating and updating SOPs and rate reports
• Used and created reports for payment processing and record keeping
• Validated and processed payment for freight transportation services for truck load, less than truck load, and intermodal shipments using WMS, web portals, and software applications US Army Reserve
(320th Petroleum Liaison Team)
Movement NCO, Senior Movement Operations Manager Fort Worth, TX Nov 2020-Present
80 Days/Year
• Ensure that contractors and DOD service members are meeting their contractual obligations as specified in the fuel delivery orders and contracts
• Operate as quality control NCO for commercial movement contracts
• Advise petroleum specialists on proper movement of hazardous materials and the documentation associated
• Maintain unit’s equipment to include monthly maintenance and inventory management; check and notate for any deficiencies
(1182nd Deployment Distribution Support Battalion, Surface Deployment and Distribution Command (SDDC)) North Charleston, SC Team Leader, Unit Movement Officer Jun 2012 – November 2020 80 Days/Year
• Appointed as the Battalion Unit Movement Officer (UMO)
• Monitored inbound shipments, cargo inventory, vessel load planning, MHE operations, and vessel loading
& unloading operations at Military Ocean Terminal Sunny Point (MOTSU)
• Inspected, counted, and documented cargo utilizing both manual and automated data processing systems
• Loaded and unloaded supplies and equipment from ships, docks, beaches, railheads, boxcars, warehouses, motor vehicles, and aircraft
• Created load plans for air shipments and ocean liner vessels
• Completed Integrated Computerized Deployment System (ICODES) Course; a fully integrated information system that provides multi-modal load planning capabilities to Department of Defense (DOD) Agencies
• Completed Unit Movement Officer (UMO) Course; UMOs are subject matter experts in knowing their unit’s equipment and logistic needs in order to deploy their equipment by air, sea, rail, or road
• Supervised and mentor 4 subordinate soldiers and assist Platoon Leader Afghanistan & Kuwait
May 2011 - May 2012
Container Management, TC–AIMS Operator, IBS-CMM user 48 Hours/Week
• Processed border-crossing memos, created lift plans, and ensured all data files were accurate for cargo that crossed the Pakistan borders at Torkham and Chaman to embark carrier vessels at the Port of Karachi
• Monitored all freight, cargo, and material shipments to ensure accountability
• Identified and reported problem areas within the traffic management system to prevent additional costs, losses, and damages
• Improved container accountability and reduced detention costs
• Conducted briefings for cargo movements and disseminated best container yard management practices to members from all branches of military service and contracting organizations within Kuwait and Afghanistan
• Created and provided documentation and data files for cargo departing Kuwait Naval Base using Transportation Coordinators-Automated Information for Movements System II (TC-AIMS II)
• Trained over 60 personnel on how to use Integrated Booking System-Container Management Module (IBS- CMM) and Transportation Coordinators-Automated Information for Movements System II (TC-AIMS II)
• Supervised and mentored subordinate soldiers
North Charleston, SC
Nov 2009 - Apr 2011
Cargo Specialist 160 Days/Year
• Extensive training in Integrated Booking System-Container Management Module (IBS-CMM)
• Completed Transportation Coordinators-Automated Information for Movements System II (TC-AIMS II) Course at The US Army Transportation School in Fort Lee, VA
• Completed Basic Leaders Course (BLC), a three week residence course for leadership development US Army (119th Inland Cargo Transfer Company, 11th Transportation Battalion) Fort Story, VA Aug 2005 - Nov 2009
Cargo Specialist, MHE Operator, Assistant Team Leader 40 Hours/Week
• Licensed on various Material Handling Equipment (MHE)
• Conducted weekly training events to increase military occupational specialty (MOS) knowledge and skills
• Assisted the Squad Leader and managed 5 subordinate soldiers Camp Cedar II, Iraq
Jan 2007 - Apr 2008
Cargo Specialist, MHE Operator 48 Hours/Week
• Deployed to Iraq for 15 months to support Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF)
• Received, distributed, and maintained inventory records of Class I supplies for base operations and convoy units
• Supervised up to 25 government contracted truck drivers while in restricted areas of operations
• Operated Material Handling Equipment for cargo yard operations