Daryl Kennedy
Silverhill,AL
Summary
Dynamic operations leader with a proven track record excelling in operational planning and compliance monitoring. Enhanced logistics efficiency and employee engagement through strategic project management and team collaboration. Recognized for driving significant improvements in safety standards and achieving optimal resource utilization. Strong communicator of directives for maximizing efficiencies.
Dedicated professional with a history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Operations Mgr.
Vertex Marine Fuel Supply
05.2021 - Current
- Managed daily operations effectively, ensuring timely completion of tasks and accurate reporting of results.
- Coordinated with General Manager in different operational issues and promotional activities.
- Coordinated and Scheduled fuel/Lube deliveries via Barge and truck.
- Ensured compliance with company policies as well as legal regulations at both federal and local levels.
- Streamlined logistics operations to improve delivery times.
- Enhanced safety measures, conducting thorough risk assessments.
Terminal Manager
Alabama Bulk Terminal
11.2021 - 03.2023
- Oversaw maintenance activities, ensuring equipment reliability and minimal downtime due to repairs or malfunctions.
- Enhanced safety standards by conducting regular audits and implementing corrective actions.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements by staying updated on industry standards, guidelines, including compliance with CFR 154 & 105 requirements for facilities that fall under Homeland Security.
- Set terminal budgets and set goals to adhere to plans.
- Monitored employee performance and productivity.
Director of International Hydrocarbons
Aaron Oil Co.
11.2016 - 11.2021
- Oversaw day-to-day production activities in accordance with business objectives.
- Scheduled & Coordinated receiving and distribution of marine fuels to Customers in timely and safe manner.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
- Improved project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices.
- Boosted client satisfaction rates through exceptional relationship management and prompt resolution of issues.
- Evaluated employee performance objectively using established metrics, leading to fair compensation adjustments based on meritocracy principles.
Director of Logistics
Aaron Oil Company
05.2014 - 11.2016
- Created a culture of accountability within the logistics department for increased employee motivation and engagement levels.
- Managed department supervisors for 3 divisions of the Company. Transportation, Industrial and Maintenance.
- Responsible for submitting annual budgets for same divisions.
- Collaborated with sales and marketing teams to forecast demand accurately and plan inventory accordingly, minimizing stockouts and overstocks.
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives for increased efficiency across all areas of the supply chain.
- Supervised logistics functions and operations.
- Provided support to commander and executive staff members.
Operations Compliance Coordinator
Aaron Oil Company
09.2009 - 05.2014
- Provided training to employees on essential compliance topics, increasing overall awareness and understanding.
- Stayed current on emerging regulatory changes, including CFR 154 & 105 falling under Homeland security. Also ensuring timely updates to internal policies and procedures.
- Reduced risk exposure by conducting regular risk assessments and implementing mitigation strategies.
- Educated employees by conducting compliance training programs and issuing periodic communications to refresh knowledge of compliant work practices.
- Conducted thorough audits to identify areas for improvement in regulatory adherence.
- Promoted compliance by advising management on needed or prohibited actions to comport with government regulations.
- Reviewed documents, files, transcripts, and other records to assess compliance and potential risk.
- Played instrumental role in company-wide risk assessment efforts, supporting enhancements in business processes and controls.
Industrial Sales Representative
Aaron Oil Company
03.2006 - 09.2009
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing client concerns promptly and ensuring complete satisfaction with product offerings.
- Increased product sales by establishing and maintaining strong relationships with key industry clients.
- Identified upselling opportunities within existing accounts by proactively monitoring changes in client needs or business operations.
- Developed tailored sales strategies for individual clients based on their unique needs and requirements.
- Generated new leads through cold calling, networking events, and trade shows for enhanced revenue growth.
- Enhanced company reputation by participating in community initiatives related to the industrial sector.
- Boosted customer retention rates through timely follow-ups after-sales support efforts.
- Used consultative sales approach to understand and meet customer needs.
Industrial Division Manager
Aaron Oil Company
09.2001 - 03.2006
- Developed strong team dynamics through regular communication, collaboration, and goal-setting initiatives.
- Controlled costs by streamlining operations and reducing waste.
- Supervised daily planning, coordination and administration for division operations.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying up-to-date on industry standards, guidelines, and policies, conducting internal audits as necessary.
- Established clear and consistent policies and procedures.
- Set and oversaw division budgets.
- Hired, supervised and trained personnel in use of heavy duty industrial vacuum trucks and equipment.
- Resolved problems with high-profile customers to maintain relationships and increase return customer base.
- Held one-on-one meetings with sales team members to identify selling hurdles and offered insight into best remedy.
Various
Aaron Oil Company
12.1986 - 06.2001
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- drove and operated both bob-tail and semi pump and vacuum trucks for delivering and pick up services.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Education
No Degree - Mechanics
Southwest State Technical School
Mobile, ALHigh School Diploma -
McGill-Toolen High School
Mobile, AL05-1979
Skills
- Operational planning
- Operations management
- Operational efficiency
- Employee supervision
- Scheduling and coordination
- Logistics coordination
- Project management
- Compliance monitoring
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Inventory management
- Hiring and onboarding
- Staff training/development
Timeline
Terminal Manager
Alabama Bulk Terminal
11.2021 - 03.2023
Assistant Operations Mgr.
Vertex Marine Fuel Supply
05.2021 - Current
Director of International Hydrocarbons
Aaron Oil Co.
11.2016 - 11.2021
Director of Logistics
Aaron Oil Company
05.2014 - 11.2016
Operations Compliance Coordinator
Aaron Oil Company
09.2009 - 05.2014
Industrial Sales Representative
Aaron Oil Company
03.2006 - 09.2009
Industrial Division Manager
Aaron Oil Company
09.2001 - 03.2006
Various
Aaron Oil Company
12.1986 - 06.2001
No Degree - Mechanics
Southwest State Technical School
High School Diploma -
McGill-Toolen High School
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