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Breanna Grimes

Leesburg,FL

Summary

Accomplished logistics leader with a proven track record enhancing team performance and optimizing freight management. Expert in ERP systems and Microsoft Office, with a knack for elevating workplace safety and efficiency. Successfully implemented strategies resulting in significant cost savings and improved customer satisfaction. Dedicated professional highly skilled in transportation flow management. Talented individual offering dynamic skills in import and export laws and strategic initiatives.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Team Lead/Class A CDL Driver

Maverick Beverages
02.2023 - Current
  • Trained employees to follow standard work processes and learn role-specific skills.
  • Conferred with management and supervisors to coordinate operations between departments.
  • Communicated with team members on job functions, responsibilities, and financial goals.
  • Led team meetings and brainstorming sessions to evaluate goal progress and support project deadlines.
  • Conducted daily and monthly audits on each team member to provide coaching on errors and areas needing improvement.
  • Utilized computer equipment and programs to provide efficient communication and workflow.
  • Kept delivery and transaction records and placed customer purchase orders in POS system.
  • Drove trucks to posted inspection and weigh stations to check weigh-in requirements' compliance.
  • Used equipment to load, unload and verify long-distance freight.
  • Used Microsoft Office to draft internal correspondence, reports and presentations.

CDL Truck Driver/ Back-Up/Dispatcher Office Assist

Rainey Construction
03.2022 - 01.2023
  • Delivered timely and cost-effective transportation operations.
  • Completed deliveries within specified timeframes for assigned tasks.
  • Operated forklifts, pallet jacks and scanning devices to meet daily objectives.
  • Moved materials throughout distribution center and placed products in designated areas.
  • Checked completed products and shipments to verify labeling and stock or staging locations.
  • Worked with routing specialists to optimize routes.
  • Dispatched calls to routes based upon designated route and driver location.
  • Operated industrial trucks or tractors to move materials around warehouse or storage facilities.
  • Set up accounts and input contract terms to onboard new vendors.
  • Liaised with sales and accounting teams to resolve invoice discrepancies.

Manager/ Back up CDL Driver

Quality By Design
01.2020 - 02.2022
  • Identified deficiencies with vehicles, equipment and facilities and implemented immediate corrections to prevent larger problems.
  • Scheduled practical maintenance programs to keep equipment in good working order and avoid unnecessary downtime or delays.
  • Reviewed proposed logistics changes to analyze potential financial impacts and guide decision-making.
  • Estimated peak delivery periods and kept team ready with optimal schedule and supply level.
  • Oversaw fast-paced distribution center operations and consistently achieved schedule and productivity demands.
  • Negotiated contracts with service and transportation vendors, consistently obtaining favorable pricing and delivery schedules.
  • Tracked goods en route and worked with dispatchers and drivers to expedite orders.
  • Secured warehouse with continuous monitoring of entrances, exits and internal procedures.
  • Set up accounts and input contract terms to onboard new vendors.
  • Implemented and optimized reverse logistics processes, resulting in cost savings and improved customer satisfaction.
  • Responded to incoming calls to address equipment, service and contract issues.
  • Utilized computers and RF scanners to meet departmental productivity and accuracy standards.
  • Used RF scanners to scan staged carton and palette labels for proper inventory management.
  • Organized SOP procurement documents for staff and managers.
  • Recorded item numbers and quantities in ERP system to reflect additions or subtractions from inventory.
  • Received, verified and coded invoices into ERP system on set schedule.
  • CDL Driver when necessary

Logistics Coordinator/CDL Truck Driver/Batcher

Celadon Trucking
04.2016 - 12.2019
  • Completed documentation to prevent shipment delays.
  • Developed and executed contingency plans for unforeseen events or disruptions, minimizing impact on operations.
  • Scheduled materials shipment and transportation to meet tight deadlines.
  • Set schedules and assigned work to effectively handle different demand levels.
  • Identified deficiencies with vehicles, equipment and facilities and implemented immediate corrections to prevent larger problems.
  • Oversaw fast-paced distribution center operations and consistently achieved schedule and productivity demands.
  • Used RF scanner to track product locations and assign picks.
  • Leveraged RF scanner to verify shipments and identify loads for re-packing.
  • Partnered with management to inform planning, decision-making and team direction.
  • Worked with Microsoft Office to create client correspondence and administrative spreadsheets, creating effective filing and records-keeping systems.
  • Prepared and updated daily schedules, quickly notifying drivers of changes and providing further support.
  • Scheduled shipments and communicated with customers on current shipment status.
  • Built rapport with customers through effective and precise communication.
  • Created shipment assignments for carriers to meet client timelines.
  • Responded to incoming calls to address equipment, service and contract issues.
  • Negotiated contracts to reduce costs and operational inefficiencies.

Education

High School Diploma -

Berkmar High School
Lilburn, GA
10.2009

Skills

  • Team coaching
  • Retention Strategies
  • Hiring oversight
  • Performance updates
  • Script Development
  • KPI Tracking
  • Performance Improvements
  • Call Routing
  • Freight Management
  • Forklift Operation
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Logistics Coordination
  • ERP Knowledge
  • Microsoft Office/Excel/Powerpoint Knowledge
  • Escalation management
  • Training Management
  • Warehouse Operations
  • Order Fulfillment
  • Production Monitoring
  • Workplace Safety

Timeline

Team Lead/Class A CDL Driver

Maverick Beverages
02.2023 - Current

CDL Truck Driver/ Back-Up/Dispatcher Office Assist

Rainey Construction
03.2022 - 01.2023

Manager/ Back up CDL Driver

Quality By Design
01.2020 - 02.2022

Logistics Coordinator/CDL Truck Driver/Batcher

Celadon Trucking
04.2016 - 12.2019

High School Diploma -

Berkmar High School

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