Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Websites
Communication Skills
Leadership Experience
References
Certification
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Anthony Morris

Scott,Louisiana

Summary

High-achieving senior executive bringing expertise in business planning, budget development and change management. Offers 33 years of leadership in distribution industry along with entrepreneurial, forward-thinking mindset and demonstrated track record of accomplishment.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

VP of Operations

Church Point Wholesale
01.2021 - Current
  • Enhanced operational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing cost-saving measures.
  • Streamlined operations to maximize business efficiency and profits.
  • Optimized supply chain management for improved product availability and reduced lead times.
  • Cultivated strong vendor relationships, enabling effective negotiation on pricing and terms for better cost control.
  • Mentored team members on best practices in operations management, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth within the organization.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.

Director of transportation

Church point wholesale
08.2011 - 01.2021
  • Streamlined transportation operations by implementing efficient routing and scheduling systems.
  • Reduced overall transportation costs through the optimization of logistics processes and negotiations with vendors.
  • Improved on-time delivery rates by closely monitoring performance metrics and addressing issues promptly.
  • Implemented safety protocols to minimize accidents and maintain a safe working environment for employees.
  • Managed a diverse team of drivers, dispatchers, and support staff to efficiently achieve departmental goals.
  • Optimized fleet management by regularly reviewing vehicle maintenance schedules and implementing cost-effective solutions when necessary.
  • Successfully managed complex transportation budgets, identifying opportunities for cost savings without compromising quality or efficiency standards.
  • Negotiated favorable terms with suppliers, securing competitive prices on fuel, vehicles, equipment, and other essential resources.
  • Created and managed budget for transportation department to cover expenses related to equipment, maintenance, personnel and vehicles.
  • Investigated and reported accidents involving transportation vehicles and coordinated accident claims with law enforcement and public transportation bureaus.
  • Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.

Driver Foreman

KBR And Flour
10.2004 - 07.2011
  • Worked alongside the military in several managerial tasks including; flight line cleanup; water delivery; trash removal.

Transportation Manager

Harrison Company
10.1991 - 09.2004
  • Increased transportation efficiency by optimizing routing and scheduling processes.
  • Implemented safety measures, resulting in a significant decrease in accidents and injuries among drivers.
  • 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.
  • Consistently met budgetary targets through effective resource allocation and cost control measures.
  • Coordinated logistics activities across multiple locations for seamless distribution operations.
  • Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
  • Oversaw team of 25 drivers by reviewing performance to promote timely and efficient deliveries and operations.
  • Collaborated with planner to schedule and implement backhaul processes to meet third-party backhaul goals.
  • Negotiated contracts with outside providers and rates for facility leases to minimize costs to company.
  • Led improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies and increase revenue.
  • Reduced transport costs for the company through strategic negotiations with vendors and carriers.

Education

FSMA Training For Qualified Individual -

LSU
Baton Rouge, LA
07.2016

BANTLE (an Executive Management Training Course) -

Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY
2001

Diploma -

Merritt High School
Elk City, OK
1984

Skills

  • Facilities Management
  • Operations Management
  • Logistics Management
  • Workforce Planning
  • Team Building and Motivation
  • Cost analysis and savings
  • Budget Development
  • Production Scheduling
  • Organizational Development
  • Performance Improvement
  • Procedure Implementation
  • Operational management
  • Policy Development
  • Expense Reporting
  • Cost Control
  • Inventory Management

Websites

Communication Skills

Having served as upper management and the director of scheduling and routing of trucks, accurate communication skills were a necessity. Precise directives were necessary to facilitate efficient deliveries and to expedite travel time. Furthermore, handling of workers requires meticulous wording to preserve worker morale. I have served in both roles and have become skilled in all of them.

Leadership Experience

I have performed leadership roles chiefly in the transportation side of the distribution industry and some warehouse leadership roles. My duties had me overseeing driving routes and drivers. I have served as upper management over other managers in the warehouse.

References

  • Eugene foster, Empire builders, 318-455-0961
  • Melissa breaux, St. Rose Travel Plaza, 504-415-6883
  • Tom Lafortune, Harrison Company, 318-455-3637

Certification

US. Army Veteran

FSMA Certification

DOT Training

Excel Training

Class A CDL

Timeline

VP of Operations

Church Point Wholesale
01.2021 - Current

Director of transportation

Church point wholesale
08.2011 - 01.2021

Driver Foreman

KBR And Flour
10.2004 - 07.2011

Transportation Manager

Harrison Company
10.1991 - 09.2004

FSMA Training For Qualified Individual -

LSU

BANTLE (an Executive Management Training Course) -

Syracuse University

Diploma -

Merritt High School

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