Bradley Lanier
Asheboro,NC
Summary
At Lanier Transport, LLC, I spearheaded initiatives that significantly enhanced operational efficiency and safety, leading to a marked decrease in accidents. My expertise in route optimization and strong leadership skills not only fostered a culture of continuous improvement but also achieved substantial cost savings, underscoring my commitment to excellence and results.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Transportation Manager
Lanier Transport, LLC
07.2007 - Current
- 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.
- Organized records of vehicles, schedules and completed orders.
- 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.
- Enhanced equipment usage by establishing proper maintenance schedules, reducing downtime and repair costs.
- Observed staff to review compliance and safety to minimize losses due to violations or damage.
- Increased transportation efficiency by optimizing routing and scheduling processes.
- Oversaw team of Number drivers by reviewing performance to promote timely and efficient deliveries and operations.
- Prepared and updated employees' daily work schedules and resolved delivery problems.
- Resolved customer issues efficiently, minimizing lost business due to transportation errors or delays.
- Analyzed historical trends to proactively address potential challenges within the supply chain.
- Coordinated logistics activities across multiple locations for seamless distribution operations.
- Collaborated with other departments, aligning goals to improve overall company performance.
- Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
- Communicated with customer service and sales teams to improve productivity and service ratings.
- Collaborated with planner to schedule and implement backhaul processes to meet third-party backhaul goals.
- Implemented safety measures, resulting in a significant decrease in accidents and injuries among drivers.
- Developed criteria and application instructions for federal and state public transportation programs.
- Reduced transport costs for the company through strategic negotiations with vendors and carriers.
- Fostered a positive work environment by promoting open communication channels between staff members.
- Negotiated favorable contracts with suppliers, securing competitive rates that benefited the organization''s bottom line.
- Oversaw inventory management, ensuring accurate records were maintained for timely deliveries and stock replenishment.
- Streamlined operations by implementing new technologies for better communication and data management.
- Improved on-time delivery rates with detailed tracking and monitoring of shipments.
- Optimized shipment schedules for impact, employing strategic planning and forecasting.
- Reduced delivery times through meticulous route analysis and optimization.
- Achieved significant cost savings with negotiation of freight contracts.
- Fostered relationships with logistics partners, ensuring reliable and cost-effective transportation solutions.
- Enhanced team productivity by introducing comprehensive training programs for new hires.
- Improved safety records, conducting regular vehicle maintenance checks and driver training sessions.
- Streamlined communication between departments to ensure smooth operation of transportation network.
- Streamlined route planning for reduced fuel consumption, implementing advanced software tools.
- Coordinated with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of goods, maintaining inventory levels for peak efficiency.
- Negotiated with maintenance vendors for better rates, improving vehicle uptime without increasing costs.
- Developed contingency plans to minimize disruptions in supply chain.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction, providing timely and accurate shipment tracking information.
- Conducted regular analysis of transportation data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
- Managed budgeting for transportation department, achieving significant cost reductions without compromising service quality.
Education
No Degree - Business
Skills
- Internal loss prevention
- Carrier Selection
- Warehouse Operations
- Transportation Regulations
- Safety Management
- Route Planning
- Materials Management
- Shipment Coordination
- Load Planning
- Continuous Improvement
- Safety regulations implementation
- Fleet Management
- Freight Negotiation
- Budget Control
- Route Optimization
- Cost control and tracking
- Cost Control
- Performance maximization
- Policy Development
- Vendor Management
- Contract Management
- Staff recruitment
- Transportation Coordination
- Relationship Building
- Cost Reduction
- Business Workflows
- Process Integration
- Profit and Loss Management
- Service Coordination
- Vehicle Inspection
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Customer Service
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Worker Supervision
- Excellent Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Organizational Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Shipping and receiving
- Effective Communication
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Decision-Making
- Daily Operations Management
- Logistics Analysis
- Team building
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Safety standards
- Self Motivation
- Analytical Thinking
- Goal Setting
- Equipment Inspections
- Professionalism
- Staff Management
Accomplishments
I am a general aviation pilot. I have owned and operated a successful business that I grew from the ground up.
Affiliations
I sit on the Asheboro Airport Authority board. I have been on the board for over three years.
Timeline
Transportation Manager - Lanier Transport, LLC
07.2007 - Current
Western Carolina University - No Degree , Business
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