Chassady Jinright
Lakeland
Summary
Results-driven Transportation Manager with experience in logistics coordination, supply chain management, and regulatory compliance. Strengths include strategic planning, team leadership, and process optimization. Significant contributions to previous employers include improving operational efficiency, reducing costs, and enhancing customer satisfaction.
Overview
1
1
Certification
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Transportation Manager
Saddle Creek Logistics
Lakeland
05.2026 - Current
- Negotiated carrier contracts to secure cost-effective shipping solutions.
- Managed daily transportation operations for diverse clients and logistics needs.
- Developed and implemented transportation policies to improve efficiency.
- Analyzed transportation costs to identify areas for savings.
- Coordinated with carriers for timely delivery of goods and services at competitive rates.
- Established transportation cost standards to optimize shipping practices.
- Created and enforced policies and procedures for entire logistics team.
- Created reports tracking shipment status, delivery times, cost estimates, and key performance metrics.
Senior Transportation Program Manager
Saddle Creek Logistic Services
Lakeland
06.2025 - Current
- Coordinated logistics operations to streamline supply chain processes, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Facilitated training sessions for staff to promote best practices in logistics management.
- Managed carrier relationships, ensuring adherence to service level agreements and fostering reliable service delivery.
- Conducted regular meetings with team members to assess program progress and proactively resolve issues.
- Managed external client and business partner relationships.
- Created presentations outlining proposed solutions for addressing challenges encountered during program execution.
Brokerage Transportation Supervisor
Saddle Creek Logistics
Lakeland
06.2012 - Current
- Identified opportunities to increase deliveries and reduce costs, enhancing overall profitability.
- Negotiated prices and coordinated transport with freight companies, ensuring timely and cost-effective shipments.
- Verified driver compliance with safety standards and road regulations and stepped in to correct deficiencies.
- Resolved problems proactively by staying in constant communication with drivers.
- Assisted companies with controlling shipping costs by recommending alternative shippers and packing methods.
- Processed documentation efficiently, accurately handling invoices, cargo paperwork, and certificates of origin.
- Processed clearance of goods for clients, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Prepared accurate quotes based on knowledgeable understanding of excise taxes and required federal tariffs.
- Prioritized tasks and organized supplies to support team in managing high-volume workloads.
- Developed solid relationships with staff, customers, and vendors.
Freight Broker
B-Lak Logistics
Winter Haven
01.2010 - 11.2012
- Secured new business opportunities from leads, employing persuasive techniques to enhance customer retention.
- Identified reputable carriers for freight service usage.
- Delivered shipping quotes to customers, highlighting cost-effective options.
- Oversaw load tracking and volume shipments through TMS, ensuring timely and accurate delivery.
- Notified customers with load and delivery updates.
- Answered calls in dispatch queue, responding to questions and finding appropriate solutions to issues.
Transportation Coordinator
Encore Recycling
Laurel
07.2002 - 07.2009
- Managed shipment logistics, including negotiating freight prices with vendors and arranging transport of goods.
- Managed and routed paperwork for up to 100 deliveries daily, ensuring timely processing and adherence to schedules.
- Prepared well for shifts by determining delivery locations, schedules, and special conditions.
- Fielded inquiries from staff, customers, and vendors via phone and email, providing effective support and resolution.
- Communicated with crew members to resolve performance issues, explain work-related issues, or mentor on new skills.
- Documented daily production data, including employee time and wages, daily receipts, and inspection results to maintain accurate records.
- Evaluated and reviewed office production and procedures to improve efficiency.
Education
High School Diploma -
Faith Christan Academy
Loganville, GA05-2022
Some College (No Degree) -
Hillsborough Community College
Plant City, FLSkills
- Logistics management
- Supply chain coordination
- Contract negotiation
- Freight negotiation
- Carrier selection
- Cost analysis
- Cost tracking
- Route optimization
- Transport scheduling
- Vendor management
- Team leadership
- Relationship building
Awards
Saddle Creek Transportation 'Void Your Warranty' award winner, 2020
Certification
- Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certified
Timeline
Senior Transportation Manager
Saddle Creek Logistics
05.2026 - Current
Senior Transportation Program Manager
Saddle Creek Logistic Services
06.2025 - Current
Brokerage Transportation Supervisor
Saddle Creek Logistics
06.2012 - Current
Freight Broker
B-Lak Logistics
01.2010 - 11.2012
Transportation Coordinator
Encore Recycling
07.2002 - 07.2009
High School Diploma -
Faith Christan Academy
Some College (No Degree) -
Hillsborough Community College