BRIAN CARROLL
Willis,Texas
Summary
Logistics professional seeking a new position. I have extensive experience in managing supply chains, coordinating transportation , and optimizing warehouse operations. i am skilled in using various logistics software and have strong understanding of industry regulations ans best practices. I am confident in my ability to streamline processes, reduce cost, and ensure timely delivery of goods. i am eager to contribute my expertise to a new organization and make a significant in the field of logistics.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager/ Consultant
BETTER WELL-BEING
Houston, TX
11.2021 - Current
- Identified project needs by reviewing project objectives and schedules.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
- Directed day-to-day operations by spearheading implementation of short-term and long-term strategies to achieve business plan and profitability goals.
- Managed scheduling, training and inventory control.
- Built strong operational teams to meet process and production demands.
ISO Tank Operations
INTERMODAL TANK TRANSPORT
Houston, TX
11.2020 - 11.2021
- Communicated with global offices by telephone and email to facilitate smooth shipments.
- Produced, organized and submitted export paperwork to meet all applicable resolutions.
- Built and strengthened relationships with trucking companies and airlines to optimize daily operations.
- Evaluated cost, timing and sustainability factors of different shipping routes to select optimal choices.
- Discussed detailed port information to importers or exporters.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.-
- CT-PAT certified
- IMO DG certified
Air/ Ocean Import/Export/Compliance/ Branch Manager
ACF GLOBAL LOGISTICS
Houston, TX
01.2018 - 03.2020
- Managed and inspired team members to perform to full potential, driving branch profitability.
- Assigned duties to employees and examined work for accuracy, neatness and timeliness.
- Built strong rapport with new and existing clients to better serve financial needs and promote branch loyalty.
- Boosted customer base, acquiring new customers and identifying needs to deliver relevant products.
- Complied with company policies and government regulations to prevent and detect rule violations and protect organization from fines and lawsuits.
- Determined shipping methods and prepared bills of lading, invoices and other shipping documents.
- Estimated freight and postal rates to track shipment costs and weights.
- Retrieved stored items and traced lost shipments, when necessary.
Air/Ocean Import/Export/Compliance/Operations Manager
EP-AMERICA
Houston, TX
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Coordinated daily transfer shipments with proper documentation logs.
- Negotiated with carriers and warehouse operators for services and preferential rates.
- Partnered with logistics department to discuss and remedy internal and external issues dealing with import and export operations.
- Oversaw management of inbound cargo logistics.
- Managed day-to-day logistics operations, monitoring incoming deliveries and overseeing cargo movement.
- Tracked orders using functional systems and coordinated with warehouse workers to ensure proper storage and distribution of products.
- Directed investigations to verify and resolve customer or shipper complaints.
- Cargowise
Warehouse/Operations
KINTETSU WORLD EXPRESS
Houston, TX
02.2010 - 01.2014
- Oversaw inventory of incoming and outgoing materials based on physical counts and bar-code systems.
- Established and maintained good relations with customers, vendors and transport companies.
- Generated warehouse shipping documents, packing lists and invoices.
- Coordinated service and maintenance on delivery trucks, forklifts and other warehouse equipment.
- Provided information to shipping and receiving personnel regarding inventory stock.
- Operated forklifts to fill or empty overhead spaces.
- Prepared inventory for shipment by attaching tags and labels.
- Cargowise
Sorter/Fulfillment
APC POSTAL LOGISTICS
East Rutherford, NJ
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Operated inkjet machine, postage machine, sealer, Canadian ISAL+IPA mail.
- Accepted, processed and quickly filled orders.
- Gathered and organized merchandise for distribution into appropriate envelopes, boxes or pallets.
- Followed proper packaging requirements depending on order size and type.
- Packed merchandise for delivery and moved items to delivery area.
- Organized boxes or bags and palletized orders based on carrier method.
Driver/Dispatcher
EXPRESS CONNECTOR LLC
Atlanta, GA
10.2004 - 01.2008
- Scheduled loads according to priority and available equipment.
- Monitored dispatch board and adjusted call priorities regularly based on caller needs.
- Utilized various software systems to facilitate movement, planning and scheduling.
- Monitored changes in delivery schedule and communicated changes to customers.
- Delivered goods and services to customers on time and in excellent condition.
- Secured merchandise, avoiding damage during transportation.
- Performed pre-trip inspection checks and reported problems to supervisor.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
Tuskegee University
Tuskegee, ALSkills
- Project Management
- Detail Oriented
- Customer Relationship Management
- Team Leadership
- Rate Negotiation
- Freight Operations
- Document Preparation
- Microsoft Office
- Database Management
- Safety Practices
- Warehouse Operations
- Shipping and Receiving
Timeline
Operations Manager/ Consultant
BETTER WELL-BEING
11.2021 - Current
ISO Tank Operations
INTERMODAL TANK TRANSPORT
11.2020 - 11.2021
Air/ Ocean Import/Export/Compliance/ Branch Manager
ACF GLOBAL LOGISTICS
01.2018 - 03.2020
Air/Ocean Import/Export/Compliance/Operations Manager
EP-AMERICA
01.2014 - 01.2018
Warehouse/Operations
KINTETSU WORLD EXPRESS
02.2010 - 01.2014
Sorter/Fulfillment
APC POSTAL LOGISTICS
01.2008 - 01.2010
Driver/Dispatcher
EXPRESS CONNECTOR LLC
10.2004 - 01.2008
Some College (No Degree) -
Tuskegee University
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