Dakota Scott
Portland
Summary
Skilled dispatcher with several years of experience. Adept at coordinating schedules and field personnel to provide efficient service to customers. Well-versed in shipping and emergency policies, delivery requirements and driver practices.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Transportation Clerk
KeHE Distributors LLC
08.2025 - Current
- Processed incoming and outgoing shipments using warehouse management system for accurate inventory tracking.
- Coordinated transportation logistics to ensure timely delivery of products to distribution centers.
- Managed documentation for shipping compliance, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.
- Trained new hires on company procedures and software systems, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Supported warehouse operations by coordinating inbound and outbound shipments effectively.
- Optimized backhaul pickup routes using GPS systems.
Fuel Dispatcher
SAS Transportation
10.2024 - 08.2025
- Coordinated fuel deliveries to ensure timely service across multiple locations.
- Monitored inventory levels to maintain adequate fuel supplies and prevent shortages.
- Responsible for monitoring fuel levels and adjusting delivery schedules accordingly.
Fuel Dispatcher
Renn Transportation
07.2022 - 09.2024
- Provided technical support regarding fueling operations when needed by customers or staff members.
- Analyzed current trends in the industry to identify cost saving opportunities in purchasing and distributing fuels more efficiently.
- Inspected and verified all incoming loads of fuel for accuracy and quality control.
- Responsible for monitoring fuel levels and adjusting delivery schedules accordingly.
- Optimized delivery routes, taking into account traffic, road conditions and other factors.
- Answered customer requests with information about product availability, shipping information and status updates.
- Leveraged GPS devices and computer programs to plan routes, update customers or advise drivers about upcoming issues.
- Dispatched drivers to meet daily delivery needs for company customers.
- Received or prepared work orders.
- Scheduled or dispatched workers, equipment or service vehicles to locations using radios or telephones.
- Advised personnel about accidents, weather conditions or other hazards.
- Prepared daily work and run schedules.
- Reviewed routes, daily traffic and weather conditions to adjust plans, meeting daily requirements, and service needs.
Inventory Specialist/Head of Shipping and Receiving
Outdoor Supply Hardware
07.2021 - 07.2022
- Implemented cost-saving strategies to reduce overhead expenses.
- Performed root cause analysis of variances between actual vs expected results.
- Tracked shipments from suppliers to confirm receipt of goods in a timely manner.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations in the workplace.
- Utilized barcode scanners to quickly update inventories in the system.
- Investigated discrepancies between physical count and computer records.
- Generated weekly, monthly, quarterly reports on inventory movements and stock levels.
- Created reports on inventory activity, shortages, overages.
- Assisted in developing standard operating procedures for receiving goods into the warehouse.
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date inventory records.
- Organized regular cycle counts to identify any potential issues early on.
- Performed regular cycle counts to ensure accuracy of inventory records.
- Conducted periodic inventories and physical counts of product supplies.
- Inspected incoming materials for damage.
- Led physical counts and reconciled discrepancies to maintain accurate inventory records.
- Directed and managed the receiving, warehousing, inventory control, distribution and shipping operations.
Assistant Store Manager
Kelly Moore Paints
06.2019 - 07.2021
- Provided constant support to customers about paint and paint-related products
- Acted as part of the management team to assist in store functionality
- Acting manager when higher positions are not available
- Monitored sales activities to ensure that customers receive satisfactory service and quality goods.
- Provided training to new employees on company policies and procedures.
- Provided leadership support during peak business hours by motivating staff members to meet targets.
- Oversaw daily cash handling procedures, reconciling discrepancies as necessary.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner and addressed any issues that may arise during store hours.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Sales Associate
Norcal Hobbies
08.2016 - 06.2019
- Managed store merchandise
- Oversaw opening/closing operations as shift Lead
- Worked hands-on with receiving/customer belongings
- Worked hands-on cleaning/maintain shop and track.
Education
High School Diploma -
Branham High School
Silicon Valley Career Technical Education
Skills
Logistical Operations
Logistics Planning
Software Applications
Incident Reporting
Dispatch Coordination
Geographical knowledge
Route Optimization
Data Entry
Driver communication
Customer Relations
Critical thinker
Stress Tolerance
Route Planning
References
- Zach Williams (650)- 766-3006
- Randy Workman (530) 723-4698
- James Hill (707)-333-1428
Timeline
Transportation Clerk
KeHE Distributors LLC
08.2025 - Current
Fuel Dispatcher
SAS Transportation
10.2024 - 08.2025
Fuel Dispatcher
Renn Transportation
07.2022 - 09.2024
Inventory Specialist/Head of Shipping and Receiving
Outdoor Supply Hardware
07.2021 - 07.2022
Assistant Store Manager
Kelly Moore Paints
06.2019 - 07.2021
Sales Associate
Norcal Hobbies
08.2016 - 06.2019
High School Diploma -
Branham High School
Silicon Valley Career Technical Education