Roosevelt Duval
Seffner, FL
917-***-**** ********@*****.*** www.linkedin.com/in/roosevelt-duval-b3796746 Transportation Manager
Results-driven Associate Product Manager with 20+ years of experience in transportation operations, logistics, and supply chain management. Expertise in fleet management, operations leadership, cost reduction, and process optimization across LTL, 3PL, food service, and airport security sectors. Proven success in root cause analysis, lean thinking, and driving efficiency, safety, and revenue growth. Adept at managing cross-functional teams, compliance (DOT, OSHA), payroll, and facility operations. Holds a B.S. in Supply Chain & Logistics Management and multiple industry certifications.
SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Transportation (20 years) Logistics (20 Years) Food service (3 Years) Airport security (2 Years) LTL (10 Years) 3PL (10 Years) Operations management (20 Years) People development (10 Years) Team Management (20 Years) Project Management (20 Years) Safety Training (15 Years) Payroll (15 Years) Cost Reduction (15 Years) Revenue Growth (15 Years) Business Manager (3 Years) Transportation Manager (3 Years) Ops Manager (4 Years) On Car Supervisor Ups (10 years)
Professional Experience
Performance Food Group Remote 2024–Present (1 Year) Transportation Manager
Supervise Transportation Supervisor and drivers to ensure safe, efficient deliveries and customer satisfaction. Manage payroll, expense approvals, and DOT compliance (logs, regulations, driver certifications). Utilize Tripmaster and Xata systems for fleet management and route optimization. Collaborate with Warehouse Manager to maximize operational efficiency and profitability. Oversee equipment scheduling, maintenance, and budget planning ($4.2 million annually).
- Fleet & Driver Management – Supervised Transportation Supervisors and drivers to ensure safe, efficient, and timely deliveries, maintaining customer satisfaction.
- Staff Oversight & Training – Hired, scheduled, trained, and evaluated driver performance, ensuring compliance with job standards.
- Expense & Payroll Management – Managed department expenses, calculated driver payroll, reviewed trip/expense reports, and resolved discrepancies.
- Fleet Management Systems – Used Tripmaster and Xata for fleet tracking, route optimization, and truck computer system monitoring.
- Budget & Cost Analysis – Prepared annual transportation budgets, performed cost analyses (truck leases, fuel consumption), and managed financial reporting.
- Warehouse & Logistics Coordination – Collaborated with Warehouse Manager to optimize operational efficiency.
- Route Planning & Optimization – Scheduled truck deliveries, backhauls, and route adjustments to maximize profitability and efficiency.
- Equipment Management – Determined fleet needs, coordinated vehicle rentals, and ensured equipment maintenance schedules were met.
- DOT Compliance & Safety – Monitored DOT logs, ensured drivers complied with regulations, and enforced safety policies.
- Driver Compliance & Record-Keeping – Maintained driver records (licenses, DOT medical certifications, violations, accidents, risk assessments) Bradford Airport Logistics Newark, NJ 2022–2024 (2 Years) Facility Manager
Managed security screening, staff credentialing (SIDA, SORA, SG badges), and material deliveries for EWR Airport tenants. Led 1 Senior Operations Manager, 3 Supervisors, and 25+ staff in daily inbound/outbound operations. Partnered with NJ Port Authority for facility compliance and operational start-up and achieved 5 Star Terminal - Best New Airport Terminal in the World for 2024.
-Completed: Start-up phase of the operation and partnership with Newark Liberty International Airport.
-Managed: Facility including all security measures such as screening, vetting, and scheduling delivery applicants.
-Processed: Credential applications for staff with NJ Port Authority.
-Oversaw: Receipt screening and delivery of materials to tenants at EWR Airport.
-Managed: A team of supervisors and staff to run day-to-day inbound and outbound operations.
-Developed: A proven track record in managing multiple projects and maintaining relationships with customers, vendors, and freight brokerages across the U.S.
-Recognized: By superiors for leadership skills and collaboration with managers to ensure quality service is provided safely and on time.
-Utilized: Visionary planning to develop start-up programs that were widely implemented throughout the company to meet internal and external customer needs.
-Maintained: A consistent track record of improving safety and engagement in warehouse environments. Credentials: SIDA, SORA, SG Badges. Authorized Signatory on behalf of Bradford in conjunction with the NJ Port Authority.
FedEx Keasby, NJ 2022-2022 (1 Year)
Operations Manager - Hub
Led 800+ associates in 24-hour inbound/sort operations. Drove 30% improvement in TPH and scan rates. Implemented small sort process, increasing scan rates from 118 to 160 packages/hour.
- Reduced sort hub defects from 15 BPS to 7 BPS (below 10 BPS goal).
- Ranked #1 in network benchmark rates for scanning within 6 months.
-Owned: Delivered the operational budget for transportation and logistics functions, including safety, financial planning, labor management, and operational efficiency for inbound and sort operations.
-Led: Achieved network-leading benchmark rates for scanning within six months, optimizing fleet performance and logistics workflow.
-Improved: Increased throughput (TPH) and scan rate performance by 30%, enhancing distribution center efficiency and freight processing speed.
-Drove: Implemented continuous improvement projects to optimize transportation operations, supply chain efficiency, and fleet utilization, driving cost reduction and operational excellence.
-Leveraged: Utilized Area Managers, Operations Leads, and cross-functional teams to enhance warehouse productivity, freight handling, and delivery optimization.
-Developed: Created a small sort process, reducing takt time and improving parcel scan rates from 118 to 160 packages per hour, and partnered with four additional sites for implementation, improving hub logistics and last-mile delivery efficiency.
-Established: Defined performance objectives and KPIs for safety compliance, quality assurance, freight accuracy, and productivity optimization.
-Set: Created clear performance metrics and leadership expectations for Area Managers and Operations Leads, focusing on fleet efficiency, driver performance, and warehouse operations.
-Collaborated: Partnered with HR, Finance, Maintenance Engineering, Safety, IT, and supply chain teams to enhance transportation workflows, regulatory compliance, and resource allocation.
-Led: Served as the Point of Contact (POC) for Regional Quality Initiatives, reducing sort hub controllable defects from 15 BPS to 7 BPS, exceeding the 10 BPS performance goal and improving hub logistics efficiency.
UPS Tampa, FL 2017–2022 (5 Years)
Business Manager
Managed 60+ drivers and supervised 3 Package Center Supervisors for last-mile delivery operations. Delivered annual budgets, peak season planning, and labor optimization. Collaborated with HR, Finance, and Safety teams to align resources with operational goals.
-Reduced operational costs by 35% through continuous improvement initiatives.
- Achieved 100% safety compliance across delivery teams.
-Operational Budget Management: Responsible for delivering the operational budget for last-mile transportation, ensuring safety compliance, financial oversight, and efficient labor planning.
-Strategic Planning: Long-term planning includes labor forecasting, fleet management, and peak season preparation, focusing on 3, 6, and 12-month projections.
-Process Optimization: Continuous improvement projects focus on enhancing last-mile delivery efficiency, optimizing fleet operations, and increasing overall productivity with both building-wide and network-wide impact.
-Team Engagement: Supervisors and drivers provide valuable insights into operational challenges, helping to streamline transportation workflows and improve delivery performance.
-Cross-Network Collaboration: Engaging with leaders across multiple locations allows for the exchange of process improvements, cost-saving strategies, and efficiency enhancements in fleet operations and distribution.
-Performance Metrics: Objectives and KPIs are established to measure safety compliance, quality assurance, fleet productivity, and customer satisfaction.
-Leadership Development: Clear expectations are set for Supervisors, with performance assessments, feedback sessions, and accountability measures in place to drive operational excellence.
-Cross-Department Coordination: Close collaboration with HR, Finance, Maintenance Engineering, Safety, IT, and other key departments ensures alignment on transportation initiatives and resource allocation for strategic projects.
YRC Freight Baltimore, MD 2015–2017 (2 Years)
Operations Manager
Supervised dock/city operations and managed a $2.3M budget. Led safety training (OSHA, First Aid, Accident Investigation) and process improvement projects. Accomplishments:
• Improved productivity by 35% and reduced freight dwell time.
• Achieved 1,200-day injury-free record through revamped safety programs.
-Safety Program Restructure: Led the redesign of the Safety Program, achieving a 1,200-day injury-free record through OSHA compliance and employee participation.
-Employee Training: Conducted OSHA, Lift Operator, First Aid, Accident Investigation, and Root Cause Analysis training to improve workplace safety.
-Operational Strategy: Developed business strategies and process improvements, increasing efficiency, safety, and service quality.
-Process Improvement: Managed three terminal improvement projects, reducing freight dwell time and boosting productivity by 35%.
-Budget Management: Oversaw a $2.3M budget, staying under budget for two years while increasing revenue with new service lanes.
-Customer Experience: Focused on safety, quality, and operational performance, ensuring on-time deliveries and customer satisfaction.
-Standardization & Best Practices: Trained teams on standard operating procedures and best practices to improve workflow efficiency.
-Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partnered with HR, Safety, and Facilities to address operational challenges and enhance driver experience.
-Leadership Development: Mentored supervisors and drivers, supporting their career growth and performance improvement.
-Strategic Planning: Conducted workforce planning, performance appraisals, and employee development, ensuring productivity and issue resolution. CERTIFICATION
SIDA
SG Badges
OSHA Compliance
EDUCATION
Rasmussen University:
Bachelor of Science: Supply Chain & Logistics Management Associate of Science: Business Management