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Don Djekic

Vancouver,WA

Summary

Experienced freight broker and dispatcher with 4+ years in the transportation industry. Skilled in negotiation, customer service, and team management. Saved 15% in transportation costs and increased sales by 20% in the first year. Implemented a financial analysis system, reducing operational costs by 25% in just 6 months.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Freight Broker

Nationwide Transport
02.2024 - 10.2024
  • Tracked shipments and trucks out on deliveries.
  • Coordinated insurance coverage for goods and packages.
  • Coordinated shipments, ensuring seamless transportation from origin to destination points.
  • Managed high-volume orders while maintaining strict attention to detail and accuracy in all transactions.
  • Served as a liaison between clients, carriers, and internal departments to ensure clear communication throughout the entire shipment lifecycle.

Dispatcher & Recruiter

Jacko logistics
01.2022 - 02.2024
  • Utilized problem-solving skills to save 15% in transportation costs, resulting in increased profit margins and improved customer service
  • Increased sales by 20% through effective negotiation and customer service, resulting in improved client satisfaction and repeat business
  • Implemented a comprehensive financial analysis system to track and analyze key performance indicators, resulting in a 25% reduction in operational costs and improved decision-making for the business
  • Managing a team of drivers through the western 11 states to make on time scheduled deliveries
  • Responsible for hiring, scheduling and training of drivers on company policies and procedures

Freight Broker

Expo Brokerage
01.2020 - 01.2022
  • Managed high-volume accounts, providing personalized service to meet specific client needs and preferences.
  • Monitored industry developments to stay informed about regulatory changes affecting the shipping landscape.
  • Negotiated and arranged transport of goods with shipping or freight companies.
  • Created documents of load plans, cargo cleanliness inspections, and transportation processes.
  • Utilized computer systems to manage cargo shipments and accurately track goods.

Skills

  • Carrier alternatives
  • Communication skills
  • Dispatching freight
  • Freight Brokerage industry
  • Freight brokerage strategies
  • Logistics
  • MS Office suite
  • Transportation industry

Accomplishments

  • Utilized problem-solving skills to save 15% in transportation costs, resulting in increased profit margins and improved customer service.
  • Increased sales by 20% through effective negotiation and customer service, resulting in improved client satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Implemented a comprehensive financial analysis system to track and analyze key performance indicators, resulting in a 25% reduction in operational costs and improved decision-making for the business.
  • Managing a team of drivers through the western 11 states to make on time scheduled deliveries.
  • Responsible for hiring, scheduling and training of drivers on company policies and procedures.
  • Processed orders, maintained customer relations, handled complaints and adjustments for entire Northwest region.
  • Establish profitable brokerage clients through direct sales calls and mail marketing.
  • Ensured brokerage customers have approved line of credit.
  • Verified signed carrier contracts and insurance certificate showed adequate coverage on file before the carrier is used.

Timeline

Freight Broker

Nationwide Transport
02.2024 - 10.2024

Dispatcher & Recruiter

Jacko logistics
01.2022 - 02.2024

Freight Broker

Expo Brokerage
01.2020 - 01.2022
Don Djekic