Adam Pace
Chelsea,MI
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Reed Transport Services, enhancing inventory management and negotiating carrier rates to save costs. Excelled in roles requiring supply planning and exceptional customer service, achieving a 28% gross margin and initiating a mentoring program to foster team growth. Skilled in problem-solving and efficiency improvement, consistently driving company success.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Transportation Assistant
US Army
08.2023 - Current
- Applied Army Sustainment Command directive and assisted in divestiture of 90% of fleet vehicles
- Ensured divested government vehicle fleet met mission readiness requirements through formulation and implementation of new policies and procedures
- Streamlined and consolidated fleet vehicle inventory location, discrepancies and end of life cycle status
- Enhanced inventory accuracy by conducting regular audits and reconciling discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Ensured compliance with military regulations by maintaining accurate records of equipment distribution, storage, and maintenance.
Executive Chef
Waxy O'Connor's Irish Pub
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Utilized seasonal trends to forecast inventory needs
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders
- Held vendors and purveyors accountable for order accuracy
- Maintained record of items purchased, received and included in regular weekly inventory procedures
- Developed menus and planned for events
- Managed kitchen staff for efficient food production, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality dishes.
General Manager
Reed Transport Services
04.2016 - 12.2017
- Developed $1M book of business with a 28% gross margin
- Implemented robust inventory management systems to optimize stock levels and minimize waste/costs associated with excess product storage across multiple locations throughout country.
- Negotiated competitive rates with carriers, resulting in cost savings for customers.
- Served as a liaison between clients, carriers, and internal departments to ensure clear communication throughout the entire shipment lifecycle.
- Cross checked vendor invoices for discrepancies
Regional Sales Director
Total Connection
12.2014 - 03.2016
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Coached and promoted high-achieving sales and account management employees to fill leadership positions with qualified staff and boost company growth.
- Completed start up of new heavy haul oil and gas branch; attributed to $500,000 GP during first year of new branch operations
Floor Sales Manager
Texan Dodge
04.2013 - 12.2014
- Located vehicles across various stores to address customer needs.
- Prepared purchased vehicles and completed final delivery checks.
- Reviewed vehicles before final delivery to validate for completed tasks such as installed add-ons and damage corrections.
- Achieved top-performer status consistently among peers due to strong attention to detail when presenting vehicles to potential buyers.
- Streamlined administrative tasks such as inventory management and sales documentation, improving overall efficiency within the department.
Education
Associate of Science - Culinary Arts
Le Cordon Bleu
Austin, Texas01.2008
Skills
- Supply Planning
- Customer Service
- Forecasting and Demand Planning
- Problem Solving
- Efficiency Improvement
- Inventory management procedures
- Transportation management systems
- Carrier Negotiations
Timeline
Transportation Assistant
US Army
08.2023 - Current
Executive Chef
Waxy O'Connor's Irish Pub
01.2021 - 01.2022
General Manager
Reed Transport Services
04.2016 - 12.2017
Regional Sales Director
Total Connection
12.2014 - 03.2016
Floor Sales Manager
Texan Dodge
04.2013 - 12.2014
Associate of Science - Culinary Arts
Le Cordon Bleu