Brandt Kjose
Sioux City,IA
Summary
Experienced Logistics Manager proficient at monitoring operational pulse to deliver relevant information to all major internal customers and stakeholders. Accustomed to working with multiple entities to achieve business goals for logistics efficiency, cost containment and contract integrity. Works quickly and maintains focus while providing top-notch customer service. Competent Logistics Manager offering wealth of experience in maintaining proper product rotations and ensuring compliance with government regulations. Background in business management with additional training in distribution and team building. Works well within union or nonunion environments. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Logistics Manager
MVS Metals ( Division Of Owen Industries )
10.2021 - Current
- Monitored logistics performance and identified improvement opportunities.
- Managed logistics budgets and forecasting to achieve cost-effective operations.
- Resolved shipping discrepancies by coordinating customer and courier communications.
- Planned and supervised shipments from production to end-user and scheduled daily and weekly routes.
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
- Organized records of vehicles, schedules and completed orders.
- Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
Operations Manager
MVS Metals ( Division Of Owen Industries )
05.2020 - 10.2021
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
- Analyzed and reported on key performance metrics to senior management.
- Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
- Implemented process improvement to shape organizational culture, optimize procedures for higher efficiency and help company evolve and grow.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
Territory Manager - Sales and Service
MVS Metals ( Division Of Owen Industries )
09.2018 - 05.2020
- Analyzed sales data to identify areas for territory improvement and implemented strategies to maximize sales growth.
- Researched competitor activity and used findings to develop sales growth strategies.
- Established successful account relationships by building rapport and maintaining consistent communication.
- Cultivated relationships with key accounts in territory and provided support to drive customer satisfaction.
- Managed over 20 accounts within 2 states
- Built relationships with customers and community to promote long term business growth.
- Developed and maintained strong working relationships with professionals within assigned territory.
Inside Sales Representative
MVS Metals ( Division Of Owen Industries )
03.2015 - 09.2018
- Answered customers' questions regarding products, prices, and availability.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of available products to best serve customers and maximize sales potential.
- Managed friendly and professional customer interactions.
- Set up new accounts, established customer credit and set up payment methods.
- Collaborated with outside sales representatives, marketing and other departments to generate leads and close sales.
- Developed strategic relationships with existing customers by learning preferences and managing regular communications.
- Quoted prices, credit terms and other bid specifications.
- Built relationships with customers and community to promote long term business growth.
Quality Control Manager
MVS Metals ( Division Of Owen Industries )
06.2010 - 03.2015
- Followed quality standards and procedures to minimize errors and maximize customer satisfaction.
- Updated quality control standards, methods, and procedures to meet compliance requirements.
- Developed and analyzed quality control processes and deliverables to determine present standards and establish recommended action plans.
- Conducted audit inspections and independent checks to verify parts and materials.
- Tracked quality issues with external customers, suppliers, and internal plant operations.
- Implemented new quality assurance and customer service standards.
- Certified for ROMER ARM application including building of new programs
- Certified for QC Virtek Operation including building of new programs
Manufacturing Operator
MVS Metals ( Division Of Owen Industries )
04.2005 - 06.2010
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
- Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
- Updated daily production logs and informed management of production incidents or non-conformance issues.
- Certification for Forklift operation
- Certification for up to 15 ton overhead crane operation
Education
High School Diploma -
Sioux City North
Sioux City, IAHVAC Tech - HVAC
Western Iowa Tech Community College
Sioux City, IASkills
- Shipping Documentation
- Transportation Management Systems
- Customs Compliance
- Freight Cost Reporting
- Documentation
- Product Management
- Shipping and Receiving
- Logistics Management
- Shipping and Receiving Operations
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Team Management
- Safety Standards
- Operational Management
- Domestic Freight Management
- Logistics Oversight
- Work Delegation
- Time Management
- Global Logistics Coordination
- Project Management
- Risk Assessment
- Safety Management
- Data Entry
- Forklift Operation
- Production Planning
- Quality Control
Timeline
Logistics Manager
MVS Metals ( Division Of Owen Industries )
10.2021 - Current
Operations Manager
MVS Metals ( Division Of Owen Industries )
05.2020 - 10.2021
Territory Manager - Sales and Service
MVS Metals ( Division Of Owen Industries )
09.2018 - 05.2020
Inside Sales Representative
MVS Metals ( Division Of Owen Industries )
03.2015 - 09.2018
Quality Control Manager
MVS Metals ( Division Of Owen Industries )
06.2010 - 03.2015
Manufacturing Operator
MVS Metals ( Division Of Owen Industries )
04.2005 - 06.2010
High School Diploma -
Sioux City North
HVAC Tech - HVAC
Western Iowa Tech Community College
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