Adolfo Alfaro
Kansas City,MO
Summary
Proven leader in transportation management with a track record of enhancing productivity and compliance at Loffredo Fresh Foods. Expert in route optimization and fleet management, coupled with exceptional skills in fostering team performance and client satisfaction. Achieved significant improvements in operational efficiency and cost reduction, demonstrating a strong ability to meet and exceed employer expectations. Service-focused Transportation Manager with superb background in logistics management. Highly skilled at efficiency management, cost reduction and performance maximization. Dedicated to continuous productivity improvements through training as well as timely and efficient transportation operations. Stellar problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Transportation Manager
Loffredo Fresh Foods
06.2022 - 05.2024
- Maintained compliance with all regulations, avoiding fines and penalties for the organization.
- Managed a team of drivers, providing support and guidance to improve performance and productivity.
- Supervised department personnel by assigning and directing daily tasks as well as evaluating performance to enhance productivity and resolve problems.
- Researched distance, traffic patterns and other aspects to determine cost-effective and productive routes for deliveries.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, ensuring their satisfaction and loyalty to the company.
- Conducted regular evaluations of transportation procedures for continuous improvement opportunities.
- Trained new employees on company policies and best practices, fostering a culture of excellence within the department.
Sr. Transportation Supervisor
Stericycle
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Managed routing, driver supervision and DOT compliance.
- Coordinated schedules and routes for drivers to ensure timely deliveries and customer satisfaction.
- Ensured proper documentation was completed accurately for all transportation operations, including driver logs, vehicle inspection reports, and accident/incident reports.
- Managed a team of drivers, providing training, guidance, and performance evaluations to maintain a high level of professionalism.
- Scheduled repair and preventive maintenance of vehicles and other equipment.
- Addressed issues swiftly, resolving conflicts between drivers, customers, or other stakeholders effectively.
- Improved working conditions for employees and fostered work environment that maximized employee morale and engagement.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through consistent communication and excellent customer service practices.
Transportation Manager
Complete Logistics Company
05.2015 - 07.2021
- Managed a team of drivers, providing support and guidance to improve performance and productivity.
- Maintained compliance with all regulations, avoiding fines and penalties for the organization.
- Supervised department personnel by assigning and directing daily tasks as well as evaluating performance to enhance productivity and resolve problems.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, ensuring their satisfaction and loyalty to the company.
- Conducted regular evaluations of transportation procedures for continuous improvement opportunities.
- Enhanced equipment usage by establishing proper maintenance schedules, reducing downtime and repair costs.
- Trained new employees on company policies and best practices, fostering a culture of excellence within the department.
- Analyzed historical trends to proactively address potential challenges within the supply chain.
- Assessed and targeted customer needs to forge and cultivate productive relationships and maintain top satisfaction levels.
- Collaborated with other departments, aligning goals to improve overall company performance.
- Coordinated logistics activities across multiple locations for seamless distribution operations.
- Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
- Communicated with customer service and sales teams to improve productivity and service ratings.
- Reviewed and negotiated contracts with carriers to optimize shipping costs.
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Cal State University
San Bernardino, CA05.2004
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Fullerton College
Fullerton, CA06.2001
Skills
- Internal loss prevention
- Carrier Selection
- Warehouse Operations
- Transportation Regulations
- Safety Management
- Route Planning
- Fleet Management
- Budget Control
- Route Optimization
- Staff recruitment
- Resource Management
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Transportation Manager
Loffredo Fresh Foods
06.2022 - 05.2024
Sr. Transportation Supervisor
Stericycle
08.2021 - 06.2022
Transportation Manager
Complete Logistics Company
05.2015 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Cal State University
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Fullerton College
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