Derek Vance
Williston,ND
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Wolf Ridge Trucking, adept in operations management and team leadership. Excelled in enhancing operational efficiency and fostering customer relationships, achieving significant improvements in performance outcomes. Skilled in problem-solving and employee motivation, consistently ensuring compliance and driving success! Even under some of the harshest conditions Overcoming Expectations most could not.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operations Manager/Truck Dispatcher
Wolf Ridge Trucking
09.2024 - Current
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
- Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
- Oversaw facility maintenance, ensuring optimal functionality of equipment and infrastructure at all times.
Commercial Truck Driver
Black Gold Express
06.2024 - 09.2024
- Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.
- Demonstrated commitment to safety regulations by consistently updating knowledge on changes in legislation, policies, or guidelines affecting trucking operations.
- Coordinated effectively with shippers, receivers, brokers, or other relevant stakeholders to ensure smooth logistics handling during each trip.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Assisted with loading and unloading of cargo when necessary, using proper equipment and techniques to maintain safety standards at all times.
- Developed and nurtured lasting customer relationships by projecting professional corporate image and responding quickly to logistical and scheduling issues.
Logistics Manager
Hydrus Energy Solutions
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by closely monitoring order fulfillment and addressing issues promptly.
- Ensured regulatory compliance in all aspects of logistics operations, including transportation safety standards and customs requirements.
- Directed shipping and receiving of wide range of products daily.
- Improved on-time delivery rates by optimizing transportation routes and scheduling.
- Managed a team of logistics professionals, providing coaching and guidance for career development and skill enhancement.
- Meticulously tracked shipments from origin to destination, proactively addressing any delays or issues that arose during transit.
- Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
- Coordinated dispatching of 18 drivers to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
- Streamlined logistics processes by implementing efficient inventory management systems.
- Managed logistics budgets and forecasting to achieve cost-effective operations.
Truck Pusher
Wolf Ridge Trucking
08.2021 - 09.2023
- Negotiated favorable terms with suppliers for equipment purchases, lowering operating costs for the company''s truck fleet.
- Assisted in resolving mechanical issues on-site, reducing downtime for trucks requiring repairs or maintenance services.
- Ensured timely delivery of goods to clients by strictly adhering to schedules and routes.
- Developed contingency plans for potential delays due to weather or traffic conditions, ensuring minimal disruptions to deliveries.
- Coordinated closely with dispatchers in real-time while on the road, optimizing route adjustments to account for unforeseen challenges and ensuring on-time deliveries.
Heavy Haul Truck Driver
Jones Contractors
03.2017 - 08.2021
- Managed transport paperwork accurately, including bills of lading, fuel receipts, inspection reports, and permits for oversize/overweight loads.
- Assisted in training new drivers on company policies and best practices for safe heavy haul operations.
- Negotiated better route permits for oversize/overweight loads by working closely with state and local agencies, resulting in cost savings for the company.
- Streamlined loading/unloading processes using advanced equipment such as cranes or winches while minimizing any damage to cargo or property.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
Farm Manager
Walker Ag Group
02.2012 - 03.2017
- Managed farm staff efficiently, providing training and guidance for optimal performance.
- Increased farm productivity by introducing modern farming practices and equipment upgrades.
- Oversaw the maintenance of farm machinery, resulting in reduced downtime due to repairs or malfunctions.
- Reduced farm expenses by optimizing resource allocation and streamlining operations.
- Successfully negotiated contracts with buyers to secure favorable terms for the sale of farm products.
- Established strong relationships with suppliers to ensure a consistent supply of necessary materials at competitive prices.
- Worked closely with employees to improve practices, techniques and safety choices, optimizing performance, and minimizing waste.
- Developed advanced understanding of farm operations, purchasing needs, and labor requirements.
- Planned schedule for crop rotation, plantings, and harvest.
- Analyzed soil to measure pH, minerals, and organics to judge best fertilizer and amendments for maximum crop production.
- Led team of 20-75 Depending on season skilled and unskilled farm personnel.
Education
High School Diploma -
John Glenn High School
Walkerton, IN05-2010
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Team leadership
- Operations management
- Customer service
- Operational efficiency
- Decision-making
- Employee relations and conflict resolution
- Planning and implementation
- Staff management
- Inventory management
- Management
- Operations oversight
- Policies and procedures implementation
- Employee motivation
- Customer relationship management
- Maintaining compliance
- Client relationships
Certification
- OSHA Certified
- CPR/AED Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Forklift Certification
- H2S
- PEC Safeland
- One Basin One Way
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Operations Manager/Truck Dispatcher
Wolf Ridge Trucking
09.2024 - Current
Commercial Truck Driver
Black Gold Express
06.2024 - 09.2024
Logistics Manager
Hydrus Energy Solutions
09.2023 - 06.2024
Truck Pusher
Wolf Ridge Trucking
08.2021 - 09.2023
Heavy Haul Truck Driver
Jones Contractors
03.2017 - 08.2021
Farm Manager
Walker Ag Group
02.2012 - 03.2017
- OSHA Certified
- CPR/AED Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Forklift Certification
- H2S
- PEC Safeland
- One Basin One Way
High School Diploma -
John Glenn High School
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