SHIRLEY GRAY
Summary
Self-motivated professional successful in seizing viable opportunities for a Logistics Representative. Background in transportation, logistics, operations management, dispatching, staff training/development, sales, and customer service.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Independent Contractor
Vauxhall Enterprise LLC
08.2018 - 02.2024
- Commercial long-distance and logistics trucking company, Owned and operated all facets of business operations, including dispatching, purchasing, sales, staffing, data entry, human resources, and customer satisfaction while ensuring compliance with FMCSA and DOT safety regulations and policies
- Implemented robust accounting, budgeting, and financial systems to track operating accounting expenses and transactions, resulting in a 20% reduction in overall cost and a 15% increase in profit margin
- Expanded yearly profits from $150,000+ to over $275,000 within three (4) years by negotiating freight contracts with brokers and shippers.
School Instructor
Roadmaster Driver School
04.2016 - 08.2018
- Classroom/skill/road instructor; responsible for preparing and teaching all subjects using lesson plans and materials necessary for students to accomplish the course
- Teaches students the necessary skills to safely operate a tractor and trailer using the SMITH System and SMART driving plan
- Used role-playing, simulations, team exercises, group discussions, videos, and lectures to instruct participants in various ways
- Evaluates students on their skills to pass the state CDL exam
- Communicated all objectives for all lesson units and projects to all participants.
Independent Contractor
Roadrunner Truckload Plus/Transportation
09.2013 - 04.2016
- Team operation averaging 6000+miles per week, profiting $15k+ monthly.
- A leading transportation and logistics service provider, offering LTL, Truckload, Expedited, Third-Party Logistics, and Specialize Services.
- Delivered outstanding service to customers to maintain and extend relationships for future business opportunities
- Managed all aspects of business operations, including brokering own freight, negotiating freight rates, purchasing, sales, and adhering to DOT safety regulations
- Routinely performed preventive maintenance tasks to keep the vehicle in optimal condition 95% of the time
- Ensured the accuracy of shipping paperwork and signatures
- 100% on-time pickup and delivery of goods to shippers and consignees.
Education
Bachelor of Science Degree - Business Management
Belhaven University
Jackson, MSSkills
- Logistics and freight operations
- Business Management
- Staff training and development
- Fleet Management
- Dispatching
- Sales
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Time Management
- Facilitator and teaching
- Microsoft Office Software
Interests
VOLUNTEER ORGANIZATION
, American Red Cross
INDUSTRY AFFILIATION
Women In Trucking (Member)
Lead Her Trucking (Mentor )
Timeline
Independent Contractor
Vauxhall Enterprise LLC
08.2018 - 02.2024
School Instructor
Roadmaster Driver School
04.2016 - 08.2018
Independent Contractor
Roadrunner Truckload Plus/Transportation
09.2013 - 04.2016
Bachelor of Science Degree - Business Management
Belhaven University