Ashley Banks
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Seasoned Transportation Manager with a proven track record at Ryder Integrated Logistics, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing shipping costs by implementing cutting-edge technology and safety protocols. Expert in cost management and customer service, adept at driving significant improvements in fleet operations. Skilled in commercial driving and proficient in Microsoft Office, demonstrating a strong blend of technical and interpersonal abilities.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Transportation Manager
Ryder Integrated Logistics
Greenfield, IN
02.2024 - Current
- Led vehicle fleet management, coordinated routes, and supervised driver dispatch processes.
- Conducted audits covering fleet activities, driver logs, and vehicle maintenance records.
- Produced monthly budget forecasts using historical fleet expense data.
- Provided technical support regarding fleet operations to internal departments and external customers.
- Identified potential areas where technology can be leveraged to improve operational efficiency.
- Assisted in crafting safety protocol training materials for vehicle drivers and operators.
Truck Driver
Ryder Integrated Logistics
Greenfield, IN
07.2022 - 01.2024
- Conducted routine inspections on vehicles prior to departure to ensure road safety.
- Delivered goods to assigned locations as per set schedules
- Loaded and unloaded cargo using forklifts or other material handling equipment.
- Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and trip sheets.
Truck Driver
banks midwest freight
Chicago, IL
03.2021 - 02.2022
- Delivered goods to various destinations following precise schedules.
- OTR
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Verified load against shipping papers to ensure accuracy of shipment.
Union Laborer
Thatcher Construction
Chicago, IL
05.2018 - 01.2022
- Cleared job sites of debris using dump trucks and manual tools.
- Unloaded shipments of supplies when they arrived at the job site.
- Executed multiple demolition tasks including removal of walls, floors, and ceilings.
- Operated forklifts and heavy machinery to load and unload building materials.
- Regulated traffic flow to maintain work site integrity.
- Operated trucks to transport items to and from specified destinations.
Education
Associate of Arts - Business Management
Franklin University
Illinois06-2019
Skills
- Cost Management
- Internal loss prevention
- Shipping cost reduction
- Safety regulations implementation
- Performance evaluations
- Customer service
- Computer and Microsoft office skills
- Commercial driving
Certification
- Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A
- Union Laborer Certification, Laborers' International Union of North America
- Associate Degree in Business Management
Timeline
Transportation Manager
Ryder Integrated Logistics
02.2024 - Current
Truck Driver
Ryder Integrated Logistics
07.2022 - 01.2024
Truck Driver
banks midwest freight
03.2021 - 02.2022
Union Laborer
Thatcher Construction
05.2018 - 01.2022
Associate of Arts - Business Management
Franklin University