Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Certification
Curtis M. Cope, MBA, CPA

Curtis M. Cope, MBA, CPA

Tampa,FL

Summary

Decisive Logistics Manager with a talent for negotiating and implementing cost saving measures without compromising quality. Adapts quickly to the changing needs of fast-paced and growing companies and organizations.

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Logistics Manager with over seven years overseeing operations, transportation, distribution and logistics for Fortune 100 companies. Trained facilitator with outstanding interpersonal and negotiation skills.


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Transportation and logistics professional well-versed in materials management and inventory reconciliation. Effectively develops and implements process controls and quality improvement initiatives that reduce costs and increase company revenue. Highly motivated and results-driven warehouse professional bringing extensive experience in logistics and distribution. Team player and natural leader with excellent communication skills.

Work History

Southeast Regional Logistics Manager

Reed Transport Services
Tampa, FL
02.2014 - Current
  • Reported carrier-performance metrics and monthly costs reports to executive team.
  • Redirected shipments en route in response to customer requests.
  • Communicated all emergencies, delays due to weather and carrier schedule changes to customers and supervisors.
  • Established long-term customer relationships through prompt and courteous service.
  • Maintained accurate stock records and schedules.
  • Tracked time spent on assignments each day for productivity reporting.
  • Picked up incoming stock and delivered materials to designated locations.
  • Identified and implemented supply chain improvement opportunities such as vendor scorecards and limited inventory methods.
  • Led cross-department initiatives to develop and pursue cost reduction programs.
  • Enforced the on-time shipment of products to create exceptional customer experiences.

Education

MBA - Port Operations And Supply Chain Management

Old Dominion University, Norfolk, VA
2007 - 2009
  • Member of Virginia Propeller Club, CSMP, MBA Association
  • Completed professional development in Logistics and Business Development

BBA - Business Administration And Management

Radford University, Radford, VA
2003 - 2007

Skills

  • Warehouse and manufacturing operations
  • OSHA requirements knowledge
  • DOT regulations
  • Budget
  • HAZMAT training
  • Global logistics
  • Forecasting
  • Quality management systems knowledge
  • Purchasing
  • Supply chain and resource management
  • Project management
  • LTL, TL and Intermodal market and pricing expertise
  • Budget analysis expert
  • Project management
  • Knowledge of ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) software
  • Customs clearance
  • ERP systems proficiency
  • Demand forecasting
  • Transportation management
  • Logistics analysis
  • Multimodal transportation
  • Freight forwarding
  • Import and export operations
  • Carrier negotiation
  • Team management
  • Employee supervision
  • Operational management
  • Strategic sourcing
  • Client relationship management
  • Transportation management systems
  • Mentoring and training
  • Logistics oversight
  • Customs compliance
  • Logistics management
  • Supply chain management
  • International freight management

Accomplishments

  • Maintained consistent and on-time delivery record with 97% of all orders arriving on time or ahead of schedule.
  • Oversaw operations for an on-site distribution center processing approximately 90 shipments per day.
  • Awarded “Superior Leadership” distinction by upper management in December of 2014.

Affiliations

  • Member, International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP)
  • International Association of Business Communicators
  • Institute of Management Accountants (IMA)
  • International Institute of Business Analyst
  • Council of Certified Supply Chain Management Professionals
  • MBA Association
  • Certified Trade Broker
  • Hampton Roads Propeller Club

Certification

CTB

IIBA

CCSMP

MBA

CEMC

CPA

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