Aaron Cobb
Odessa,FL
Summary
Cultivated goal-oriented individual with excellent interpersonal, communication, organizational, analytical and time management skills. Demonstrates the ability to build professional rapport, effectively lead a team and positively influence diverse groups. I have the abilities to formulate and direct data analyses pertaining to field operations processes to identify problems and resolutions. I withhold the ability to develop, communicate, and execute detailed work plans that support operational improvements. I am committed to a challenging and rewarding long-term career.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
Prestige Financial Worldwide
10.2023 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
- Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
- Evaluated industry competition regularly to maintain a competitive advantage in the marketplace.
President - CEO
Prestige Worldwide Logistics Inc.
01.2016 - Current
- Own and operate 32 delivery routes contracted with FedEx Ground and Home Delivery
- Manage all aspects of the business
- Oversee all the administration for the company
- Manage the Profit and Loss sheets, balance sheets, and all financial statements for the company
- Maintain a PM schedule for a fleet of 33 vehicles
- Hold business discussions with all employees
- Developed a safety program to ensure all employees put safety first
- Manage forecast, and develop budgets for the company.
President - CEO
Prestige Worldwide Deliveries, Inc.
01.2019 - 05.2023
- Own and operate 32 delivery routes contracted with FedEx Ground and Home Delivery
- Manage all aspects of the business
- Oversee all the administration for the company
- Manage the Profit and Loss sheets, balance sheets, and all financial statements for the company
- Maintain a PM schedule for a fleet of 35 vehicles
- Hold business discussions with all employees
- Developed a safety program to ensure all employees put safety first
- Manage forecast, and develop budgets for the company.
Operations Manager - Cross Dock Facility
Schneider Logistics
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Designed and developed a production rate for labor that helped reduce labor cost and increase overall profit
- Monitor, evaluate, and develop standards for productivity in the facility
- Plans, assigns delegates, and directs work to employees
- Implemented the Six Sigma program to develop processes to ensure all goals set forth are met or exceeded
- Promotes safe work practices and eliminates, or reduces associated risk of hazards when they become evident
- Evaluate and audit daily processes involving safety, productivity, CPAT and OSHA
- Calculate and compare cost for required staffing needs for the facility
- Managing and leading change to ensure minimum disruption to core activities
- Implemented the LEAN program in the facility to maximize production and cut overall cost
- Helped organize and implement a campus safety committee
- Develops plans, schedules and supervises the day-to-day operations of assigned Areas to meet production requirements in an operation
- Measures quality, productivity, budgets, 5S and housekeeping
- Prepares employees and work groups to meet future requirements through training and employee development activities
- Assigns production responsibilities, work plans and schedule requirements to account supervisors and Work Area Leads to ensure that all jobs are completed to meet assigned goals
- Implements company policies and procedures
- Maintains a safe work environment; ensures that stringent housekeeping, 5S standards and safety procedures and practices are followed; ensures that tools/equipment meet safety requirements; leads trend and root cause analysis and accident investigations
- Promotes, encourages and leads employees towards a continuous improvement culture
- Leads the implementation of Lean Six Sigma initiatives
- Evaluates and monitors troubleshooting to solve production process problems with processes and equipment already in operation
- Maintains and develops awareness of best practices across the company and encouraging innovation
- Maintains positive employee relations by providing an inclusive work environment
- Continually strives to increase the competitive edge in quality, productivity, timeliness and employee relations
- Provides input for the development of the business units strategic plans to ensure that cost, productivity, quality objectives/expectations and operational goals are met throughout the warehouse
- Actively promotes a strong, healthy workforce through the utilization of the Corporate Ergonomist and EHS resources
- Actively supports corporate initiative in resource sustainability
- Ensures warehouse emergency action plans support the business units Business Continuity Plan and can be executed in a timely and effective manner
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Proficient in the use of personal computer e-mail systems (Lotus Notes & Microsoft Outlook)
- Proficient in using computerized database management (Excel) and presentation systems (PowerPoint)
- Excellent verbal and written skills, to include strong interpersonal skills and the ability to persuade others without creating adversarial relationships
- Overcomes communication barriers
- Motivates others to act.
Sort Manager II - Dock Hub Facility
FedEx Ground
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Conducts van maintenance checks and tracks all van maintenance ensuring all standards are adhered to under Department of Transportation (DOT) Requirements
- Ensures timely and accurate completion of weekly P&D Van Report and Local Service Work Sheets analysis worksheets
- Tracks data entry errors and follows up with Service Managers to eliminate errors of check-in
- Audits Customer Service Rides, Unit History, DOT, training rides and all other required files
- Holds Contractor roundtables in accordance with Managing Director pre-determined schedule
- Conducts weekly safety meetings with Service Managers and Contractors
- I am responsible for managing service for the pickup and delivery of packages, as well as the loading and unloading of trailers and vans
- Recruits, hires, trains and evaluates Package Handlers and Service Managers
- Responsible for creating a safe work environment including monitoring the maintenance of equipment, conducting presort meetings and troubleshooting problems on each sort
- Encourages all employees and contractors to read communication boards, keeps employees and Contractors informed about changes in corporate policies and procedures
- Encourages a team effort attitude within the facility
- Plans, assigns and directs work to employees; appraises performance of employees, holds contractor business discussions; addressing complaints and resolving problems with employees, contractors and customers conduct
- Promotes safe work practices and eliminates or reduces associated risk of hazards when they become evident
- Plans the Daily Service Planning Work (DSPW)
- Communicates with Package Handlers about the special package loading requests made by Contractors
- Ensures that all packages are taken out of the facility each day and delivered and picked up from customers
- Arranges delivery options for packages for customers, provides Contractors with maps and directions as needed
- Plays an active role in Package Handler presort meetings
- Assists in the development and execution of plans to reduce Contractor turnover
- Assists Contractors with settlement questions or issues
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Service Manager III - Dock Preload Facility
FedEx Ground
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Facilitate the team within my area of responsibility
- Maintain quality service by establishing and enforcing organization standards
- Conduct presorts meetings to communicate values, strategies and objectives; assigns accountabilities; plans, monitors and appraises job results; develops a climate for offering information and opinions; provides educational opportunities
- Manage package handlers, package loading and unloading, routing, proper documentation and procedure control for hazardous material shipments and management
- Handle equipment malfunctions and/or immediately notifies major and potential problems to maintenance department
- Accurately enters load and shipping information into the facility's computer system
- Manage computer systems utilization, paperwork accuracy and procedural consistency
- Processes loads and misload information
- Responsible for confirming compliance with safety rules and programs; manages FedEx Ground safety programs, investigates problems and recommends corrective actions
- Maintain condition of dock work area.
WALPH/ Work Area Lead - Dock Hub Facility
FedEx Ground
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Knowledgeable with hazardous materials
- Assist and manage package handlers, package loading and unloading, routing, proper documentation and procedure control for hazardous material shipments and management
- Assist in managing the load/unload
- Experienced in switching pulling trailers off door and backing trailers on door
- Unload and load trailers for service
- Perform duties assigned by my manager.
Education
Bachelors of Science -
Northern Kentucky University
01.2008
Skills
- Contract Management
- Change Management
- Project Management
- Product Development
- Operations Oversight
- Revenue Growth
- Regulatory Compliance
- Revenue Generation
- Profitability Optimization
- Company Representation
- Quality Assurance
- Business Planning
- Risk Mitigation
- Partnership Development
- Talent Recruitment
- Financial Management
Awards
- Presidential Award for Operational Excellence 2015
- Presidential Award for Customer Service Excellence 2014
- 6 time Manager of the Month
Timeline
Owner
Prestige Financial Worldwide
10.2023 - Current
President - CEO
Prestige Worldwide Deliveries, Inc.
01.2019 - 05.2023
President - CEO
Prestige Worldwide Logistics Inc.
01.2016 - Current
Operations Manager - Cross Dock Facility
Schneider Logistics
01.2013 - 01.2016
Sort Manager II - Dock Hub Facility
FedEx Ground
01.2011 - 01.2013
Service Manager III - Dock Preload Facility
FedEx Ground
01.2008 - 01.2011
WALPH/ Work Area Lead - Dock Hub Facility
FedEx Ground
01.2006 - 01.2008
Bachelors of Science -
Northern Kentucky University
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