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Erik Temmers

Prescott

Summary

Proven Terminal Manager with a track record of enhancing safety and operational efficiency at Jack Cooper Transport Co. Expert in load planning and team supervision, I boosted customer service scores significantly. Skilled in MS Office and adept at policy enforcement, I excel in streamlining operations and improving team productivity through effective training and leadership.

Logical Transportation Manager with 11-year background overseeing shipment coordination. Adept at reducing shipping costs, increasing efficiency and implementing safety regulations. Assigns tasks to drivers and directs vehicle maintenance repairs. Excellent multitasking, time management and verbal communication talents.

Developed skills in high-paced logistics environment seeking to transition into new field. Demonstrates expertise in optimizing operations and managing teams with focus on efficiency and productivity. Aims to leverage strong organizational and leadership capabilities to bring value to new industry.

Safety-conscious Terminal Manager committed to achieving corporate goals and objectives. Expertise in directing and coordinating 25-person staff, aligning work schedules and developing budget plans. Efficient and reliable professional with exceptional problem resolution and communication skills.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Terminal Manager

Jack Cooper Transport Co
09.2014 - 02.2025
  • Facilitated delivery of dispatched loads by assigning boards and developing contingency plans.
  • Oversaw maintenance activities, ensuring equipment reliability and minimal downtime due to repairs or malfunctions.
  • Planned freight loads and coordinated with drivers to achieve accurate, timely delivery of products.
  • Fielded customer complaints and comments and rectified issues.
  • Promoted safety programs throughout terminal by conducting meetings and communicating safety program messages.
  • Performed human resource-related tasks by interviewing and hiring employees, performing payroll functions and evaluating drivers.
  • Implemented staff training programs to enhance employee skills, productivity, and overall job satisfaction.
  • Directed and monitored tracking, routing and dispatching transportation vehicles.
  • Enhanced safety standards by conducting regular audits and implementing corrective actions.
  • Increased on-time performance with proactive scheduling and efficient workforce deployment.
  • Set terminal budgets and set goals to adhere to plans.
  • Monitored employee performance and productivity.
  • Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
  • Processed weekly payroll for drivers, mechanics and staff.

Logistics Coordinator

CH Robinson
01.2012 - 07.2014
  • Tracked orders and notified customers of status or potential delays.
  • Trained new employees on logistics procedures, promoting a consistent approach across the team.
  • Collaborated with sales and customer service teams to address client concerns and expedite orders when necessary.
  • Ensured compliance with industry regulations, reducing the risk of fines or penalties.
  • Coordinated with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of goods, minimizing stockouts.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Leadership/Education

Winona State University
Winona, MN
05-2000

Skills

  • Safety
  • Operations management
  • MS office suite
  • Team supervision
  • Load planning
  • Staff supervision
  • OSHA regulations
  • Policy enforcement
  • Dispatching workers
  • Dispatch
  • Delegation
  • DOT regulations

Timeline

Terminal Manager

Jack Cooper Transport Co
09.2014 - 02.2025

Logistics Coordinator

CH Robinson
01.2012 - 07.2014

Bachelor of Science - Leadership/Education

Winona State University
Erik Temmers