Cecil Basarab
Vernon
Summary
Hardworking professional with over a decade of professional driving experience. Well-organized in coordinating routes and in the moment decision making. Excellent communication, customer service and multitasking skills with observant nature and strong safety focus. Valid license and clean driving history.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Driver
McLane Company
Dothan
02.2016 - Current
- Operating a Class A combination tractor trailer 48 to 53 foot trailers. Delivering grocery/candy to customers in the Georgia/Alabama/Florida area.
- Maneuvering in small tight parking lots of convenience stores to set up for delivery amongst rush hour traffic.
- Working and driving in all kinds of weather. Rain/snow/sleet/wind/fog.
- Inspected vehicles daily for safety and maintenance requirements.
- Logged deliveries, drop-off times and special conditions in company system.
- Followed designated routes to ensure timely deliveries and customer satisfaction.
- Loaded and unloaded merchandise efficiently to meet demanding route targets.
- Maintained accurate logs of deliveries, mileage, and fuel usage.
- Inspected vehicle before and after every trip to assess performance and maintenance requirements.
- Checked vehicle after shift for damage.
- Managed time effectively to meet tight delivery deadlines.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch and customers to provide status updates.
- Adapted to changing routes or schedules as required by the employer.
- Adhered to all safety regulations and company policies during operations.
- Kept accurate records of deliveries and customer signatures.
- Assisted in training new drivers on company procedures and routes.
- Followed all applicable traffic laws, regulations, and defensive driving techniques while operating company vehicles.
- Documented daily mileage, gas, and other data.
- Handling heavy products, stacking and using a hand truck or pallet jack to deliver product.
- Working and driving night and day time.
- Establishing good customer relationships to ensure a smooth delivery, to adhere to customers desires and to gain a trust for weekly delivery.
- Handling and maintaining invoices with the customer to ensure and show proof of delivery.
- Invoice and paperwork management for return to warehouse for end of day settlement.
- Delivered packages to customers in a timely and efficient manner.
- Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues, ensuring they are in proper working condition.
- Performed pre-trip inspection checks and reported problems to supervisor.
- Secured merchandise, avoiding damage during transportation.
- Provided excellent customer service by responding promptly to customer inquiries and complaints.
- Monitored road conditions during trips to determine if any adjustments need to be made due to weather or traffic delays.
- Maintained accurate logs of vehicle inspections and repair status.
- Checked loads to ensure that cargo was secure and distributed evenly.
Salesperson
Lewis Bear Company (Budweiser)
Ebro
09.2014 - 02.2016
- In the market speaking and managing customers to establish and maintain a good business relationship.
- Ordering product for customer. Projecting amounts need to keep stock until next delivery. In use of an iPad or laptop to build an order for customer.
- Managing phone calls with customers, supervisors, and drivers on a daily basis to ensure a smooth operation.
- Engaged customers through personalized service and product knowledge.
- Built strong relationships with clients to enhance customer loyalty.
- Assisted in inventory management by restocking and organizing products.
- Demonstrated product features to increase customer understanding and interest.
- Handled customer inquiries and resolved issues promptly and effectively.
- Utilized point-of-sale systems for efficient transaction processing and record-keeping.
- Developed key customer relationships to increase sales.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and efficiently.
- Educated customers about products and services offered by the company.
- Advised customers on the latest product features and benefits.
- Assisted customers in selecting appropriate products or services for their needs.
- Provided personalized service to build relationships with customers.
- Arranged merchandise for display to highlight new styles, attract customers, and enhance sales.
- Developed and implemented strategies to meet sales quotas.
Driver
Lewis Bear Company (Budweiser)
Ebro
04.2012 - 09.2014
- Operated a Class A combination tractor trailer in florida phanhandle to deliver product to customers.
- Operated electric pallet jacks, lift gates, and used hand trucks to deliver heavy product.
- Maintained good customer relationships to gain trust for a weekly delivery.
- Handled and maintained invoices for driver copy and customer copy.
- Went through invoice and counted product with customer to ensure product delivery.
- Operated delivery vehicles to transport goods to various locations.
- Inspected vehicles daily for safety and maintenance requirements.
- Loaded and unloaded products efficiently and accurately at each stop.
- Maintained accurate logs of deliveries, mileage, and fuel usage.
- Adhered to all safety regulations and company policies during operations.
- Assisted in training new drivers on company procedures and routes.
- Delivered goods and services to customers on time and in excellent condition.
- Followed all applicable traffic laws, regulations, and defensive driving techniques while operating company vehicles.
- Documented daily mileage, gas, and other data.
- Adhered to company policies and procedures related to safety and security standards.
- Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues, ensuring they are in proper working condition.
- Performed pre-trip inspection checks and reported problems to supervisor.
- Secured merchandise, avoiding damage during transportation.
- Provided excellent customer service by responding promptly to customer inquiries and complaints.
- Managed time effectively to meet tight delivery deadlines.
- Operated a variety of vehicles safely in diverse weather conditions.
- Collected payments for goods delivered or unloaded.
- Logged deliveries, drop-off times and special conditions in company system.
Merchandiser
Lewis Bear Company (Budweiser)
Ebro
10.2011 - 03.2012
- Managed product displays in retail locations for optimal visibility.
- Collaborated with sales teams to ensure inventory alignment with market trends.
- Trained staff on proper product placement and merchandising techniques.
- Maintained relationships with store managers for seamless execution of plans.
- Regularly monitored store shelves to ensure product availability, restocking and rotating merchandise as needed.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment at all times.
- Stocked and rotated shelves and built displays to deliver results for stores and suppliers.
- Organized displays according to company standards and specifications.
- Assisted customers with locating desired items within store locations.
- Assisted in gathering and moving materials and equipment for assigned displays.
Warehouse Worker
Lewis Bear Company (Budweiser)
Ebro
07.2010 - 10.2011
- Operated forklifts/standup rider palletjacks to efficiently load trucks.
- Organized inventory and maintained accurate stock levels in warehouse.
- Assisted in training new employees on warehouse procedures and safety protocols.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment following safety regulations.
- Prepared and completed warehouse orders for delivery or pickup according to schedule.
- Kept shelves, workstations and pallet areas neat and tidy to maintain safe work environment.
- Staged and sorted multiple types of products for loading.
- Operated scanners, computers, and other equipment to track orders.
- Observed paper pick sheets to gather exact amounts of items per pallet.
Education
Vernon High School
Vernon, FLSkills
- Reliable
- Maintains focus
- Positive attitude
- Works well with others
- Problem solving
- Adaptive thinking
- Defensive driving
- Traffic law observation
- Daily logging
- Clean driving record
- Safe driving techniques
- Accident prevention
- Basic vehicle maintenance
- DOT compliance
- Route determination
- Driving in adverse conditions
- Attention to detail
- Heavy lifting
- City and non-city driving
- Friendly and outgoing
- Route planning
- Customer service
Accomplishments
- Team of the year 4 times with driving partner.
Timeline
Driver
McLane Company
02.2016 - Current
Salesperson
Lewis Bear Company (Budweiser)
09.2014 - 02.2016
Driver
Lewis Bear Company (Budweiser)
04.2012 - 09.2014
Merchandiser
Lewis Bear Company (Budweiser)
10.2011 - 03.2012
Warehouse Worker
Lewis Bear Company (Budweiser)
07.2010 - 10.2011
Vernon High School