Open To Work
James K. Smith
Philadelphia,USA
Summary
Results-driven professional with a strong commitment to integrity and maturity, consistently demonstrating leadership and self-management skills. Known for quickly grasping new concepts and creatively adapting to meet organizational goals while maintaining a focus on collaboration and team success. Dedicated to fostering the success of the company and its stakeholders, ensuring mutual growth and achievement. Motivated to excel in all aspects of the chosen career path, bringing enthusiasm and a proactive approach to every challenge.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Driver / Contractor
CWL, LLC
03.2023 - Current
- Dispatch
- Management
- Rate Negotiating
- Commercial Truck Driver
- Daily Inspection of truck, trailer, and equipment.
- Route Planning.
- Load Securement.
- Communicate with shippers, receivers, brokers, and logistics office.
- Assist other drivers, shippers, and receivers as necessary.
- Keep up with bill of sale and all shipping information.
- Completed daily electronic logs, precise tracking and notation.
- Follow all DOT traffic laws during daily driving and tasks.
- Flatbed, Step-deck, Lowboy, Reefer, Dry Van, Logs, Cars, Heavy Equipment, etc.
Owner / Operations Director
Cross Way Carriers
11.2020 - 03.2023
- Operations Director
- Fleet Manager
- Safety Director
- Route Planning
- Dispatch
- Rate Negotiating
- Commercial Truck Driver
- Daily Inspection of truck, trailer, and equipment.
- Route planning.
- Load securement.
- Communicate with shippers, receivers, brokers, and logistics office.
- Assist other drivers, shippers, and receivers as necessary.
- Keep up with bill of sale and all shipping information.
- Completed daily electronic logs, precise tracking and notation.
- Follow all DOT traffic laws during daily driving and tasks.
- Flatbed, Step-deck, Lowboy, Reefer, Dry Van, Logs, Cars, Heavy Equipment, etc.
Commercial Truck Driver
Labor Services / Perishable Distribution Solutions
08.2019 - 11.2020
- Commercial Truck Driver
- Daily Inspection of truck, trailer, and equipment.
- Route planning.
- Load securement.
- Communicate with shippers, receivers, brokers, and logistics office.
- Assist other drivers, shippers, and receivers as necessary.
- Keep up with bill of sale and all shipping information.
- Completed daily electronic logs, precise tracking and notation.
- Follow all DOT traffic laws during daily driving and tasks.
Commercial Truck Driver
Big M Transportation / Diesel Express
05.2018 - 08.2019
- Commercial Truck Driver
- Daily Inspection of truck, trailer, and equipment.
- Route planning.
- Load securement.
- Communicate with shippers, receivers, brokers, and logistics office.
- Assist other drivers, shippers, and receivers as necessary.
- Keep up with bill of sale and all shipping information.
- Completed daily electronic logs, precise tracking and notation.
- Follow all DOT traffic laws during daily driving and tasks.
Bullock Toyota
05.2015 - 05.2018
- Management, Sales, and Delivery of new and used cars.
- Complete all necessary paperwork.
- Arrange and schedule financing and titling for customers.
- Make phone calls, send emails, answer incoming phone calls, set appointments.
- Continue long term follow-up with customers, and daily prospecting for new customers.
- Increased online sales and improved customer service.
- Encouraged co-managers to set more appointments and increase the amount of customer retention.
- Encouraged a direct approach to customers at the same time as giving information
- Used Social, personal, leadership communications! Dedication! Goal oriented! Sales, Sales, Sales
John O'Neil Johnson Toyota &Hyundai
10.2012 - 05.2015
- Management, Sales, and Delivery of new and used cars.
- Complete all necessary paperwork.
- Arrange and schedule financing and titling for customers.
- Make phone calls, send emails, answer incoming phone calls, set appointments.
- Continue long term follow-up with customers, and daily prospecting for new customers.
- Increased online sales and improved customer service.
- Encouraged co-managers to set more appointments and increase the amount of customer retention.
- Encouraged a direct approach to customers at the same time as giving information
- Used Social, personal, leadership communications! Dedication! Goal oriented! Sales, Sales, Sales
Store Manager
NPC, Pizza Hut Inc.
04.2012 - 09.2012
- Manage Operations
- Oversee Employees
- Meet Company guidelines and exceeded records
- Showed leadership skills and responsibilities. Communication is key! Satisfy the customers! Enthusiasm is exceptional!
- Communication, leadership, stock, inventory, sanitation, management, good driving.
Food Service Manager
M.D.O.C.
04.2002 - 04.2012
- Food Service Manager
- Management, Stock, Inventory, Budget, Food Order, Prep, Cook, Bake, Serve, Dishwasher, Sanitation.
- Oversee budgeting, ordering, menus, diets, health safety
- Encouraged team work, dedication, determination, cleanliness, goal orientation. Be willing to go above and beyond! Sales and Delivery.
Route Sales Driver
N.E. MS Coca-Cola Co.
07.1998 - 04.2002
- Route Sales Driver
- Sales, delivery, and merchandised Coca-Cola Products
- Increased sales twenty to thirty percent in several markets where I was assigned as a marketing and sales representative for Coca-Cola Beverage Company.
- Sales, marketing, inventory, ordering, communication, driving, stock, creativity, determination.
Machine Operator
U.S. Electrical Motors
09.1997 - 06.1998
- Machine Operator
- Worked in Winding / Wiring department
- Inserted coils of copper wire into steel magnet core by use of machines.
- Soldered and fused wires together.
- Kept production rates according to timed charts.
- Used different machinery and was responsible for routine maintenance
- Participated in Management Training Program during employment
Education
Certificate - Professional CDL Driver Training
MS Truck Driving School
Hickory Flat, MS01.2018
Diploma - Christian Studies
School of Christ, International
Beaumont, TX01.2010
Diploma - PA Paralegal Studies
Blackstone Career Institute
Allentown, PA01.2009
Diploma - Management Training
Abbot Training Institute
01.1997
High School Diploma - undefined
Starkville High School
Starkville, MS01.1997
Skills
- Logistics coordination
- Bookkeeping accuracy and compliance
- Vehicle fleet oversight
- Safety oversight
- Efficient route planning
- Effective rate negotiation
- Proficient in finance and insurance
- Experienced with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Warehouse operations
- Professional Truck Driver
- Culinary services
- Fundamental maintenance skills
- Valid Driver's license
- Effective time management
- Impeccable driving record
- Transportation compliance
- Operations Managment
- Insurance Sales
- Financial Services
Certification
- Licensed Insurance Agent – Life, Health, Accident, Annuities
- Finance Manager Certificate
- Certified Toyota Sales Professional
- Certified Hyundai Sales Professional
- Certified Legal Assistant / Paralegal
- CDL-A
- Tanker Endorsement
- TWIC Card
- PEC SafeGulf/SafeLandUSA
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Driver / Contractor
CWL, LLC
03.2023 - Current
Owner / Operations Director
Cross Way Carriers
11.2020 - 03.2023
Commercial Truck Driver
Labor Services / Perishable Distribution Solutions
08.2019 - 11.2020
Commercial Truck Driver
Big M Transportation / Diesel Express
05.2018 - 08.2019
Bullock Toyota
05.2015 - 05.2018
John O'Neil Johnson Toyota &Hyundai
10.2012 - 05.2015
Store Manager
NPC, Pizza Hut Inc.
04.2012 - 09.2012
Food Service Manager
M.D.O.C.
04.2002 - 04.2012
Route Sales Driver
N.E. MS Coca-Cola Co.
07.1998 - 04.2002
Machine Operator
U.S. Electrical Motors
09.1997 - 06.1998
Diploma - Christian Studies
School of Christ, International
Diploma - PA Paralegal Studies
Blackstone Career Institute
Diploma - Management Training
Abbot Training Institute
High School Diploma - undefined
Starkville High School
Certificate - Professional CDL Driver Training
MS Truck Driving School