David Rogers
Keedysville,MD
Summary
Seasoned logistics professional with 30 years of experience, including pivotal roles as Terminal Manager at TForce Freight and YRC Freight. Proven track record in operations management, driver pool coordination, and territory growth. Seeking to leverage expertise in service center leadership and strategic planning as a Terminal Manager. Knowledgeable Transportation Professional with solid foundation in optimizing operational processes and driving efficiency improvements. Proven track record of managing cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones and streamline workflows. Demonstrated proficiency in strategic planning and problem-solving, ensuring continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager
R&L Carriers
Baltimore, MD
08.2024 - Current
- Oversee overnight operations at R&L’s Baltimore terminal, ensuring efficient freight handling, adherence to safety protocols, and superior customer service managing 50 dock workers and 110 P&D drivers.
Terminal Manager
AiLo Logistics
St. Louis, MO
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Oversaw daily operations at AiLo logistics terminal, ensuring efficient and safe movement of United States Mail between distribution centers as well as delivering to local post offices in the St. Louis, Mo area.
Terminal Manager
TForce Freight
11.2023 - 04.2024
- Oversaw daily operations at TForce Freight terminal, ensuring efficient freight handling, adherence to safety protocols, and superior customer service while managing a cross-functional team of logistics professionals.
Traffic Manager
National Fruit
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Supervised a team of drivers to ensure timely and efficient delivery of products to customers, coordinating both outbound shipments and inbound logistics for raw materials and packaging.
- Optimized backhaul processes, reducing transportation costs and improving supply chain efficiency.
Terminal Manager
YRC Freight
02.2022 - 04.2023
- Oversaw daily operations at YRC Freight terminal, managing cross-dock activities, fleet maintenance, and staff performance to ensure efficient freight movement and exceptional service delivery.
Supervisor
Saia Inc.
05.2021 - 02.2022
- Oversaw daily operations and led a team of logistics professionals at Saia Inc., ensuring timely and accurate freight delivery while maintaining compliance with company policies and regulatory standards.
Region Manager
Midwest Transport Inc
03.2019 - 05.2021
- Oversaw daily operations across multiple service locations within the region, ensuring efficient logistics management, compliance with company policies, and delivery of exceptional customer service while achieving key performance targets.
Project Manager
LB&B Associates Inc
06.2015 - 03.2019
- Oversaw the maintenance and operational readiness of vehicle fleet, ensuring consistent support for organizational objectives.
- Coordinated routine and emergency service schedules for transportation assets to maximize efficiency and reliability.
Operations Supervisor
Republic Services
11.2014 - 06.2015
- Oversaw the operational aspects of the residential recycling program, ensuring efficient processing and adherence to environmental regulations.
- Implemented strategic initiatives to improve material sorting quality and reduce contamination rates.
Branch Manager
PTI, Inc
Brunswick, MD
04.2014 - 11.2014
- Directed a team of 15 drivers tasked with the safe shuttling of CSX Railroad crews to various locations within a 250 mile radius of Brunswick, MD
- Reduced risk by conducting safety reviews and audits of the drivers and the vehicles.
Account Manager
Estes Express Lines
08.2012 - 02.2014
- Expanded client base, achieving a territory growth exceeding 100%.
- Cultivated strong customer relationships to maintain high retention rates and ensure consistent territory expansion.
Service Center Manager
UPS Freight
01.2006 - 08.2010
- Managed the service center's sales and operations, ensuring efficient workflow and customer satisfaction.
- Oversaw a team to address operational challenges, resulting in the maintenance of service quality standards.
Service Center Manager
Conway Transportation
04.1999 - 01.2006
- Managed daily operations and strategic planning of the service center, ensuring timely and cost-effective freight movement.
- Cultivated strong client relationships, leading to sustained account growth and high customer satisfaction rates.
- Enhanced operational efficiency through staff development and process improvements, resulting in increased service quality.
Education
B.A - Communications, Business
Maryville University of Saint Louis
St Louis, MO01-1992
Skills
- LTL
- Freight
- Truckload
- Transportation
- Transportation Management
- Logistics
- Logistics Management
- Team leadership
- Decision-making
- Employee motivation
- P&L management
- Operations management
Timeline
Operations Manager
R&L Carriers
08.2024 - Current
Terminal Manager
AiLo Logistics
07.2024 - 08.2024
Terminal Manager
TForce Freight
11.2023 - 04.2024
Traffic Manager
National Fruit
06.2023 - 07.2023
Terminal Manager
YRC Freight
02.2022 - 04.2023
Supervisor
Saia Inc.
05.2021 - 02.2022
Region Manager
Midwest Transport Inc
03.2019 - 05.2021
Project Manager
LB&B Associates Inc
06.2015 - 03.2019
Operations Supervisor
Republic Services
11.2014 - 06.2015
Branch Manager
PTI, Inc
04.2014 - 11.2014
Account Manager
Estes Express Lines
08.2012 - 02.2014
Service Center Manager
UPS Freight
01.2006 - 08.2010
Service Center Manager
Conway Transportation
04.1999 - 01.2006
B.A - Communications, Business
Maryville University of Saint Louis