Christopher Briggs
Flint,MI
Summary
I have spent the last 10+ years in the Logistics industry, first as a driver, and now as a Dispatch Supervisor. I hold two Masters Degrees from Kettering University, the first being in Lean Operations Management and the second in Supply Chain Management. I have years of experience working as an effective manager in a fast paced environment, working to reduce operational costs and increase productivity wherever possible. I am a fast learner, driven towards success in everything I do. I am looking for a company that I can grow with, applying the skills I have aquired through education and experience. I am not looking for a job, but a good company to call home for the remainder of my career. I look forward to any challenges you have to offer.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dispatch Supervisor
Matrix Expedited
05.2023 - Current
- Manage/Schedule drivers using TMW Software system
- Load/Unload freight from equipment requiring cross dock for delivery
- Manage border crossing loads to and from Mexico and Canada
- Work as a bidder for freight through expedidted companies such as RXO AOD,C.H
- Robinson, and Ryder LMS
- Track and Trace CDL Operators throughout their load within FMCSA/DOT guidelines to ensure on time deliveries are made and ETA's for arrival are accurate
- Handle Breakdowns/Accidents including scheduling service when required
- Handle questions regarding shipments for customers and drivers
- Plan expedited loads on available drivers to ensure on time delivery
Owner/Operator
Michigan Sewer and Drain, LLC
06.2022 - 05.2023
- I am the Owner/Operator of this company
- I opened this LLC to continue working the sewer and drain/plumbing field
Operations Manager
Mr. Rooter Plumbing
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Manage operations and technicians and work to increase revenue for the franchise
Transportation Manager
UBCR, LLC
01.2017 - 06.2021
- I am responsible for managing twenty two drivers, 156 trailers, and 10 tractors throughout the work week
- This includes maintenance schedules, manpower requirements, disciplinary actions, hiring, and all other factors that are involved with running the transportation department
Driver Manager/Dispatcher
MTS Transport
04.2014 - 01.2017
- Manage drivers delivering freight on various lanes across the state of Michigan
- Coordinate with logistics any deviations in freight movements
- Coordinate with other terminals, suppliers, and customers all information pertaining to freight
- File paperwork and other office related duties
- Skills Used: Customer service, multi tasking, route management, personnel management, computer skills (typing, spreadsheet, tmw, etc..)
CDL Truck Driver
AJD Forest Products
08.2013 - 04.2014
- Deliver various forest products both in and outside of Michigan
CDL Class A Driver
Home Acres Building Supply
10.2012 - 08.2013
- Temporary position filling Driver/Laborer/Crane Operator due to employee injury
- Operation of CDL Crane Truck
- Delivery of building materials
- Crane Operation
Sales Representative
Schwan's
09.2009 - 02.2012
- Create Invoices
- Deliver product
- Operate commercial vehicle
Company Driver
Knight Transportation
01.2009 - 09.2009
- 48 State company
- Van trailers
- Paper Log Systems
- Qualcomm
Company Driver
Werner Enterprise
03.2008 - 01.2009
- Dedicated and Regional accounts
- Refrigerated Van trailers
- Paperless Log Systems
- Qualcomm
Education
Master's degree - Supply Chain Management
Kettering University
Flint, MI05.2021
Master's degree - Lean Manufacturing
Kettering University
Flint, MI01.2017
Bachelor Of Arts - Business
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ01.2013
Associate Of Applied Arts - Business Management
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ01.2011
Certificate of Completion -
NuWay Trucking School
Pontiac, MI03.2008
B.A - Computer Information Systems
Devry School of Business
Columbus, OH08.2001
High school diploma - General Studies
Byron High School
Byron, MI06.2000
Skills
- Customer service
- Microsoft Office
- Business to business sales
- Inventory management
- Employee management
- Transportation Management
- Commercial Vehicle Experience
- Commercial Driving
- Freight Experience
- Logistics
- Freight booking
- Route planning
- FMCSA
- Flatbed
- Operations Management
- Lean
- Telemarketing
- Microsoft Excel
- Profit & loss
- Computer literacy
- Management
- Negotiation
- Kaizen
- Transportation management systems
- Continuous improvement
- Manufacturing
- Root cause analysis
- Supply Chain
- Lean Manufacturing
- Tractor-Trailer
- Six Sigma
- Warehouse Management
- Computer Networking
- Leadership
- Supervising experience
- Windows
- Warehouse experience
- Warehouse distribution
- Continuous integration
- Process Improvement
- Purchasing
- Analysis skills
- Project planning
- Warehouse management system
- Performance management
- Project management
- HR sourcing
- B2B sales
- Office experience
- Computer skills
- Conflict management
- Communication skills
- Data entry
- Hospitality
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
Certification
- Class A CDL, Driver's License
- Air Brake Endorsement, CDL
- Forklift Certification, Certification, 11/01/23, 11/01/26
- Firearms License, License, 04/01/24, 04/01/28
Personal Information
Authorized To Work: US for any employer
Timeline
Dispatch Supervisor
Matrix Expedited
05.2023 - Current
Owner/Operator
Michigan Sewer and Drain, LLC
06.2022 - 05.2023
Operations Manager
Mr. Rooter Plumbing
06.2021 - 06.2022
Transportation Manager
UBCR, LLC
01.2017 - 06.2021
Driver Manager/Dispatcher
MTS Transport
04.2014 - 01.2017
CDL Truck Driver
AJD Forest Products
08.2013 - 04.2014
CDL Class A Driver
Home Acres Building Supply
10.2012 - 08.2013
Sales Representative
Schwan's
09.2009 - 02.2012
Company Driver
Knight Transportation
01.2009 - 09.2009
Company Driver
Werner Enterprise
03.2008 - 01.2009
Master's degree - Supply Chain Management
Kettering University
Master's degree - Lean Manufacturing
Kettering University
Certificate of Completion -
NuWay Trucking School
B.A - Computer Information Systems
Devry School of Business
High school diploma - General Studies
Byron High School
Bachelor Of Arts - Business
University of Phoenix
Associate Of Applied Arts - Business Management
University of Phoenix
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