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Cone Vaughan

Denver,CO

Summary

Enthusiastic and Proven Team Player eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Proven track record of successfully streamlining business operations and reducing costs. Clear understanding of the importance of keeping safety first. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in Logistics as well as Driving.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Tractor Trailer Operator

United States Postal Service, USPS
02.2023 - Current
  • Follow Postal Service policies and procedures to maintain integrity of mail and protect customer information.
  • Handle mail and packages with care to prevent damage during delivery.
  • Load, secure, and Unload Trailer by hand.
  • Use portable devices to maintain system records by scanning items delivered to USPS stations.
  • Inspect truck equipment and supplies and report problems and safety hazards to supervisors following each shift.
  • Drop and hook trailers and change configuration of equipment.
  • Demonstrate safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.

Supervisor of Logistics

United States Postal Service, USPS
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Collaborated with other supervisors to maintain smooth inter-departmental communication and operations.
  • Trained, scheduled and evaluated 83 employees.
  • Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
  • Monitored logistics performance and identified improvement opportunities.
  • Conducted accident investigations and filled out reports.
  • Closely monitored operations and performed regular safety audits for adherence to administrative policies and compliance regulations.
  • Scheduled repair and preventive maintenance of vehicles and other equipment.

Delivery Driver

Shamrock Foods
06.2022 - 02.2023
  • Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
  • Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
  • Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas, mountain regions, and in all weather conditions, logging over 30,000 accident free miles in an 8 month period.
  • Answered common customer questions, accepted payments and completed paperwork at delivery and pickup locations.
  • Inspected and maintained delivery vehicles regularly to keep in safe working order.
  • Kept electronic drivers log to stay in compliance w DOT regulations.
  • Conducted many backing maneuvers in challenging and technical environments.

Field Sales Representative

DPI Specialty Foods
07.2020 - 05.2022
  • Purchasing/Inventory maintenance
  • Write and stock orders for product placement and/or issue credits for spoiled and/or returned goods
  • Communicate customer needs and industry patterns back to store leadership and local vendor partners to influence their choices in products to be carried in stores
  • Navigate complex customer relationships, developing trust and confidence by demonstrating compelling, persuasive and composed professional demeanor.

Investigations & Military Police Officer

United States Army
03.2001 - 02.2015
  • Served in Operations Nobel Eagle, Enduring Freedom, and Iraqi Freedom
  • Trained, mentored, and certified soldiers on Military Police Tactics and Operations
  • Developed, organized, scheduled, implemented, trained, counseled, and managed ongoing Army training for 40+ soldiers.
  • Coordinated military police operations with all levels of command
  • Identified threats, vulnerabilities and suspicious behavior patterns to recommend mitigation measures.
  • Partnered with Criminal Investigations Division (CID) to research and investigate cases.
  • Authored thorough reports detailing results of investigations and recommendations to improve compliance and maintain solvency.
  • Held and Maintained a Secret level security clearance.

Bakery Inventory Specialist & Purchasing

Whole Foods Market
02.2005 - 10.2012
  • Responsible for primary purchasing for all bakery functions
  • Accounted and reconciled purchase orders for purchased supplies
  • Assist with coaching and development of bakery team members through both formal and informal interactions.
  • Completed scheduled inventory counts and supply audits to track shrinkage and inform purchasing decisions.
  • Worked with supervisors and team members to understand supply needs and bring levels within desired tolerances.
  • Lead bakery team in planning, implementing and executing of merchandising and operating initiatives

Education

Associates (AA) - Fire Science

Pikes Peak Community College
Colorado Springs, CO
12.2004

Bachelor of Arts - Communication

University of Colorado
05.2019

Bachelors of Arts - Ethnic Studies

University of Colorado
05.2019

Certificate - Mediation

University of Colorado
01.2019 - 05.2019

Certificate - Native American Studies

University of Colorado
01.2019 - 05.2019

Certificate - Immigration Studies

University of Colorado
01.2019 - 05.2019

Skills

  • Highly Organized
  • Inventory Management
  • Self-motivated professional
  • Flexible & Adaptable
  • Conflict resolution
  • Strong Communication
  • Team-First minded
  • Leadership
  • Decision Making
  • Tactful
  • Fast Learner
  • Safe Professional Driver

Additional Information

  • Global war on Terrorism Service Ribbon-September 2001 -
  • Army Non-Commissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbon-January 2008
  • Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal

Timeline

Supervisor of Logistics

United States Postal Service, USPS
05.2023 - 08.2023

Tractor Trailer Operator

United States Postal Service, USPS
02.2023 - Current

Delivery Driver

Shamrock Foods
06.2022 - 02.2023

Field Sales Representative

DPI Specialty Foods
07.2020 - 05.2022

Certificate - Mediation

University of Colorado
01.2019 - 05.2019

Certificate - Native American Studies

University of Colorado
01.2019 - 05.2019

Certificate - Immigration Studies

University of Colorado
01.2019 - 05.2019

Bakery Inventory Specialist & Purchasing

Whole Foods Market
02.2005 - 10.2012

Investigations & Military Police Officer

United States Army
03.2001 - 02.2015

Associates (AA) - Fire Science

Pikes Peak Community College

Bachelor of Arts - Communication

University of Colorado

Bachelors of Arts - Ethnic Studies

University of Colorado
Cone Vaughan