Barry Jones
Troy
Summary
Dynamic Transportation Coordinator with Walmart DC 7019, skilled in route planning and transportation scheduling. Achieved significant improvements in delivery efficiency through optimized logistics operations and effective team collaboration. Proficient in shipping documentation and committed to fostering a safety-first culture while mentoring team members.
Experienced with coordinating transportation logistics and optimizing routes for efficiency. Utilizes team collaboration and problem-solving skills to ensure timely and cost-effective deliveries. Track record of managing fleet operations and adapting to dynamic environments.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Transportation Coordinator
Walmart DC 7019
03.2004 - Current
- Coordinated transportation schedules to ensure timely and efficient delivery of goods.
- Managed logistics operations, optimizing routes for cost-effective transportation solutions.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline supply chain processes and improve efficiency.
- Developed and implemented process improvements for inventory management and order fulfillment.
- Trained and mentored team members on best practices in transportation coordination and safety protocols.
- Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
- Tracked shipments from dispatch through delivery to verify timely arrival.
- Worked closely with personnel, customers, and contractors to resolve problems.
- Reviewed orders, production schedules, blueprints and shipping or receiving notices and assigned work sequences and material shipping dates and destinations.
- Worked with service providers to resolve issues and correct delays.
- Coordinated schedules and communicated changes to customers.
- Ensured timely delivery of goods by closely monitoring shipments and proactively addressing potential delays.
- Led shipment scheduling and routing with carriers, enabling reliable customer updates.
Yard Driver
Walmart
03.2004 - Current
- Operated yard trucks to transport trailers within distribution center efficiently.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during trailer movements and yard operations.
- Coordinated with warehouse staff to optimize loading and unloading processes.
- Maintained accurate records of trailer locations and movements in yard management system.
- Trained new drivers on safe operational practices and efficient yard processes.
- Streamlined communication between dispatchers and drivers to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Operated yard truck to move empty and loaded trailers safely throughout yard.
- Promoted a clean workspace through proactive litter removal and general upkeep of the yard area.
- Operated yard machinery, hydraulic trailer and forklift to move materials and maintain organization.
Forklift Operator
Walmart DC 7019
03.2004 - Current
- Operated forklifts safely to transport products within warehouse environment.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Loaded and unloaded merchandise efficiently, optimizing space in storage areas.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline inventory management processes.
- Trained new employees on safe forklift operation and warehouse procedures.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
Education
High School Diploma -
Goshen High School
Goshen, ALSkills
- Route planning
- Transportation scheduling
- Shipping documentation
- Warehouse operations
- Loading & shipping schedules
Timeline
Transportation Coordinator
Walmart DC 7019
03.2004 - Current
Yard Driver
Walmart
03.2004 - Current
Forklift Operator
Walmart DC 7019
03.2004 - Current
High School Diploma -
Goshen High School