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Christopher Roberts

Chattanooga,TN

Summary

  • PROFESSIONAL DRIVER
  • LOGISTICS AND SUPPLY EXPERT o Class A Commercial Driver's License, knowledge of Department of Transportation compliance requirements o Coordination with clients and operators o

Proactive Load Planner well-versed in compliance standards and proficient in safety auditing and oversight. Highly skilled in developing load plans that work for both drivers and customers.

Economical and effective professional with many years of experience in shipping and receiving. Skilled in coordinating with personnel and communicating with customers. Offering proven history of effective route navigation and planning.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Load planner/Truck Driver

Schwend logistics
Jasper, TN
08.2025 - Current
  • Coordinated load planning to optimize space utilization and reduce transportation costs.
  • Monitored inventory levels to ensure timely replenishment and efficient order fulfillment.
  • Collaborated with carriers to secure the best routes and rates for timely deliveries.
  • Created detailed shipment schedules to enhance operational efficiency and minimize delays.
  • Conducted risk assessments to identify potential disruptions in the supply chain.
  • Facilitated communication between departments to ensure seamless coordination of logistics operations.
  • Developed contingency plans for unexpected changes in delivery schedules.

Load Planner and Truck Driver

Foodliner Inc.
Chattanooga, TN
01.2024 - 01.2025
  • Collaborated with customers and management for the delivery of bulk food grade products
  • Delivered bulk food grade product efficiently, safely, and on time

Load Coordinator and Truck Driver

White Oak Transportation
Decatur, AL
01.2023 - 01.2024
  • Scheduled and executed efficient, timely deliveries
  • Arranged and executed proper loading and unloading of goods at shipper and consignee

Vehicle Driver

NEP Broadcast Group
Los Angeles, CA
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Transported, set up, and dismantled television broadcast equipment across the US and Canada
  • Scheduled pickup and delivery of equipment

Heavy Transport Driver

Lockheed Martin
Palmdale, CA
01.2022 - 12.2022
  • Expedited flow of materials, parts, and assemblies within or between departments, sites, and suppliers in accordance with production and shipping schedules
  • Operated tractor-trailers with loads worth up to $100,000 and oversized loads up to 28ft wide
  • Handled multiple trailer types, including flatbed, climate control, and straight van
  • Communicated with program security and program contacts to coordinate materials handling and delivery
  • Processed order and load paperwork
  • Planned travel routes in accordance with applicable traffic and bulk cargo transportation laws, state and DOT permits, regulations, standards, and guidelines

Driver Heavy Vehicles 2

Northrop Grumman Corporation
Palmdale, CA
01.2016 - 01.2022
  • Delivered cargo within or between departments, sites, and suppliers, meeting or beating required timelines
  • Confidentially handled sensitive security matters regarding classified materials
  • Maintained inventory integrity through careful planning and attention to detail

Supply Chain Technical Coordinator

Northrop Grumman Corporation
Palmdale, CA
01.2015 - 01.2016
  • Dispatched freight, ensuring timely delivery of goods while preserving quality and integrity
  • Maintained accurate travel and inventory records.
  • Assisted in loading and unloading freight
  • Inspected vehicles before and after deliveries
  • Detected and eliminated safety hazards during travel.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration, Concentration in Logistics and Supply Management

Colorado Technical University
Denver, Colorado

Skills

  • Strategic Thinking
  • Leadership
  • Attention to Detail
  • Customer Relations
  • Load optimization
  • Risk assessment
  • Inventory management
  • Route planning
  • Shipment coordination
  • Customer collaboration
  • Safety compliance

Areas Of Excellence

  • Strategic Thinking
  • Leadership
  • Attention to Detail
  • Customer Relations

Timeline

Load planner/Truck Driver

Schwend logistics
08.2025 - Current

Load Planner and Truck Driver

Foodliner Inc.
01.2024 - 01.2025

Load Coordinator and Truck Driver

White Oak Transportation
01.2023 - 01.2024

Vehicle Driver

NEP Broadcast Group
01.2022 - 01.2023

Heavy Transport Driver

Lockheed Martin
01.2022 - 12.2022

Driver Heavy Vehicles 2

Northrop Grumman Corporation
01.2016 - 01.2022

Supply Chain Technical Coordinator

Northrop Grumman Corporation
01.2015 - 01.2016

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration, Concentration in Logistics and Supply Management

Colorado Technical University
Christopher Roberts