Logistics Manager Production Scheduling
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David Howell
Logistics Manager
Profile
As a seasoned Logistics Manager with over two decades of experience, I have successfully overseen production scheduling, managed inbound and outbound movements, and maintained strong customer relationships. My expertise includes coordinating and tracking loads, managing ferrous accounts, and dispatching steel deliveries efficiently. I excel in optimizing logistics operations, negotiating rates, and ensuring on-time delivery for high-value shipments. Additionally, I have a proven track record of enhancing customer satisfaction and maximizing revenue through strategic decision-making. My skills in managing trucking assets, developing SOP procedures, and forecasting lane pricing make me a valuable asset in the logistics industry.
Employment History
Logistics Manager at Geomet Recycling
February 2025 — March 2025
- Manage production scheduling for inbound and outbound movements for Geomet Recycling.
• Coordinate and track all loads and trucks, including dry van, end dumps, and flat beds.
• Ensure production schedules align with yard movements and approve carriers for shipments.
• Oversee export shipments, manage ferrous accounts, and dispatch steel deliveries to mills.
• Maintain customer relationships, supervise logistics team, approve freight invoices, and handle customer and carrier issues. Logistics Broker at RAM Express
October 2024 — January 2025
- Develop and nurture customer relationships to drive profitable sales and services.
• Coordinate and monitor shipments to achieve 100% on-time delivery for clients.
• Manage trucking assets by negotiating rates with brokers for optimal load acquisition.
• Provide round-the-clock tracking for high-value shipments to ensure timely delivery.
• Enhance customer satisfaction through efficient logistics operations.
Logistics Manager at Geomet Recycling
January 2021 — August 2024
- Oversee production scheduling for inbound and outbound movements.
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Skills
Production Scheduling
Inbound and Outbound
Movements
Customer Relationships
Load Coordination
Logistics Operations
Optimization
Forecasting
Negotiation
SOP Procedures
• Schedule, assign, and track loads and trucks including dry van, end dumps, & flat beds.
• Manage ferrous accounts and sales to meet production requirements.
• Dispatch and monitor steel end dumps for deliveries to specific mills.
• Maintain strong relationships with customers, manage employees, and approve freight invoices.
Logistics Specialist at EMR / Gold Metal Recyclers January 2013 — January 2021
- Support OTR and Brokerage for all yards in southwest "Gold Region"
• Manage steel distribution for active mills in the "Gold Region"
• Oversee heavy haul, multi-axle, and equipment movements
• Approve freight invoicing for inbound & steel truck shipments
• Develop S.O.P. procedures for freight movement within yards. Logistics Coordinator at Quality Logistics Systems October 2009 — January 2013
- Conduct monthly cost analysis for Kellogg's foods Corrugate program.
• Generate and categorize freight BOL's for outbound shipments.
• Determine lane pricing and viability for house accounts and Freight Agents.
• Coordinate and dispatch house accounts loads to optimize freight costs.
• Oversee all Kellogg's LTL movements and invoicing. Operations Manager at Scott Logistics
March 2009 — July 2009
- Negotiate rates with customers and carriers to maximize revenue.
• Secure new accounts and optimize lane productivity for consistent business flow.
• Forecast lane pricing and assess profitability for strategic decision-making.
• Oversee daily revenue projections and manage financial forecasts.
• Resolve transit issues promptly to uphold on-time delivery standards.
Bison Global Logistics
September 2008 — September 2008
- Oversee tracking of inbound pick ups for UPS-MI and coordinate freight consolidation for delivery to the Austin hub
• Manage warehouse inventory count internally
• Handle loading and unloading of diverse shipments for warehouse activities
• Compile inbound pick up data for UPS-MI deliveries
• Ensure accurate warehouse inventory management
Blakeman Transportation, Inc
April 2006 — June 2008
- Forecast and project daily revenue.
• Secure new accounts to optimize lane productivity.
• Determine pricing for lanes.
• Manage activities for all carriers in the Dry Freight Division.
• Achieved monthly revenue surpassing $40,000.
Customer Service Manager at North American Freight Exchange May 2005 — February 2006
- Develop and execute daily revenue forecasts and projections.
• Coordinate department efforts to optimize freight lane acquisition.
• Forecast lane pricing and assess feasibility.
• Revitalize accounts to boost lane activity.
• Expand lanes by 20% through partnerships with Dole Foods and Campbell Soups.
Logistics Coordinator at Arco Transport Logistics
October 2003 — May 2005
- Source new customers and submit bids for freight lanes.
• Conduct training sessions on Arco Intermodal Management Software.
• Coordinate multi-modal freight pick-up and delivery according to schedule.
• Implement systems to oversee warehousing operations and track all loads efficiently. Output:
• Source new customers and submit bids for freight lanes.
• Coordinate multi-modal freight pick-up and delivery according to schedule.
• Conduct training sessions on Arco Intermodal Management Software.
• Implement systems to oversee warehousing operations and track all loads efficiently.
Expedited Drayage Dispatcher / Intermodal Analyst at Infinity Intermodal (Burlington Northern Santa Fe)
May 1999 — August 2003
- Direct activities for BNSF Drayage Dispatch, CVO Equipment Reservations, and Intermodal Customer Solutions.
• Manage Drayage Auditing and administrative equipment termination.
• Coordinate NACS program freight movement across railway systems.
• Handle rail to rail OTR service due to derailment & delay impacts. References
Richard Goldberg from Geomet Recycling
Alicia McKinney from PTP Metals
Mikel Shecht from Geomet Recycling
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