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Hi, I’m
Eric Bowder
Operations Specialist
63362,Missouri
"Every day is a great day for feeling GREAT!"
- Me
Summary
Innate and forward-thinking individual specializing in operational efficacy. Passionate about meticulous communication, excelling in executing effective operating rhythms through top-down management systems structures.
Expertise lies in analyzing, articulating, and solving various problems using an analytical and organized approach. Currently seeking a new opportunity that challenges both personally and professionally, allowing for career advancement.
Overview
13
years of professional experience
Work History
A-Plus Express Transportation
Cross Dock Supervisor
10.2024 - 12.2024
Job overview
- Executed action plans to optimize air freight delivery via cross-docking, resulting in improved efficiency and cost savings.
- Implemented best strategies to promote healthiest & sustainable future upholding the moral contract to requisite job responsibilities and ability to provide company value.
- Seeking to capture new opportunity for career advancement in the transport industry.
Tri-National Trucking Inc.
Fleet Operations Manager
02.2022 - 10.2024
Job overview
- Provided multi-level management directly supervising 50-60+ Class A CDL drivers across 18+ states, servicing 14 terminals facilitating OTR transport needs, to best optimize drivers’ ability for safe, on time delivery for top tier JIT auto manufactures.
- Optimized responses to internal and external capacity influences, driving continuous improvements in operational excellence with real-time visibility enhancements.
- Lead trainer for end-to-end processes coaching multi-departmental new hires to understand a balanced focus on customer service, operational efficiency, and strong time management skills within a team of 40+ members.
World Outdoor Emporium (East)
Senior Operations Manager
03.2019 - 01.2022
Job overview
- Developed creative solutions to address internal supply problems, mitigating daily delays and missed targets due to seasonal industry fluctuations.
- Created a dynamic user interface to improve cross-store management, facilitating better off-season planning and achieving in-season procurement targets.
World Outdoor Emporium (West)
Senior Operations Manager
02.2012 - 03.2019
Job overview
- Provided leadership for current and new team members by applying methodical coaching techniques to allow new team members best access to learn and develop resourceful P2P business commerce.
- Assessed current business conditions using inventory performance metrics to improve training procedures and predict operational requirements.
- Streamlined internal store operations, optimizing daily functionality and enhancing team performance to achieve top-quality customer satisfaction.
Education
University of Missouri - St LouisSt Louis, MO
Master of Business Administration from Supply Chain Management
05-2026
University of Missouri - St LouisSt Louis, MO
Bachelor of Science from Logistics & Operations Management
05-2019
St. Charles Community CollegeSt. Peters, MO
Associate of Applied Science from General Studies
01.2014
Skills
- Effective team communication
- Project & time management
- Customer service relations
- Business data analysis
- IBMI – AS400/Crown logistics
- Continuous improvement
- Transportation planning
- Safety management
- Operational efficiency
- Procedure implementation
Interests
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Certification
- Forklift Safety and Inspector Certification - National Association of Safety Professionals.
- Occupational Safety & Health Administration Certification (OSHA) - U.S. Department of Labor.
- Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 223 individuals to achieve continuous development through multi-national, cross-border distribution services.
- Achieved a 91% percentile GMAT score of 655 by applying desire a continuing path of higher education.
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteRemoteHybridImportant To Me
Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CultureHealthcare benefitsWork from home optionSoftware
IBM AS/400 Logistics System
Crown Logsitical Software
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Websites
Affiliations
- International Business Honor Society
Timeline
Cross Dock Supervisor
A-Plus Express Transportation
10.2024 - 12.2024
Fleet Operations Manager
Tri-National Trucking Inc.
02.2022 - 10.2024
Senior Operations Manager
World Outdoor Emporium (East)
03.2019 - 01.2022
Senior Operations Manager
World Outdoor Emporium (West)
02.2012 - 03.2019
University of Missouri - St Louis
Master of Business Administration from Supply Chain Management
University of Missouri - St Louis
Bachelor of Science from Logistics & Operations Management
St. Charles Community College
Associate of Applied Science from General Studies
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