Derek Gorman
Crown Point,IN
Summary
At FedEx Corporation, I spearheaded initiatives that drastically reduced turnover to below 150%, championed a culture of safety, and enhanced sort performance to achieve yearly certification. My leadership, coupled with expertise in Microsoft Applications and building relationships, fostered significant professional growth, cost savings, and improved logistical efficiencies.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Sort Manager
FedEx Corporation
02.2020 - Current
- Promoted a Safety Above All Culture incorporating both new hire engagement and safety committee into a rotational monthly engagement program to include all package handlers and their input, being one of the districts first stations to maintain below 150% turnover and reducing injuries.
- Improved sort performance levels from failing to being certified for the entire year in FY24, and so far every month in FY25.
- Implemented regular performance evaluations for staff members, providing constructive feedback and opportunities for professional growth.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors, service providers, district and support staff members to ensuring timely deliveries and favorable successes.
- Devised innovative solutions for logistical challenges faced by the organization, resulting in cost savings and improved service levels.
Operations Manager (Formally) PT & FT
FedEx Grounsd
07.2015 - 02.2020
Package Handler / Package Handler Trainer
FedEx Ground
03.2014 - 07.2015
Education
Associate of Applied Business - Associate Of Business Management
Rasmussen College
Romeoville 01-2018
Skills
- Building Relationships and Leveraging
- Networking
- Leading
- Microsoft Applications
Accomplishments
- Values Award FY25
- Multiple BZ's for network 2.0 rollout in Canada
- Purple Promise Award FY23
- FY24 Preload Certification
- Top 3 in Priority Metrics for the district the last 3 years
Timeline
Sort Manager
FedEx Corporation
02.2020 - Current
Operations Manager (Formally) PT & FT
FedEx Grounsd
07.2015 - 02.2020
Package Handler / Package Handler Trainer
FedEx Ground
03.2014 - 07.2015
Associate of Applied Business - Associate Of Business Management
Rasmussen College
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