Michael Foster
Vancouver,WA
Summary
Organized Commerical Driver with proven track record of delivering within specified time frames. Customer-focused and strong communicator to effectively interact with others. Quick learner with management potential. To seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Dedicated [Industry] professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges. Dedicated professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
48
48
years of professional experience
Work History
Retail Manager
Oregon Health Sciences University
Portland, Oregon
07.1989 - 11.2020
- Controlled store inventory and reviewed cash handling and operations reports.
- Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.
- Analyzed sales data, and profit and loss statements to compose store budget that cut costs 98%.
- Managed controllable P&L line items to improve margins.
- Implemented daily operating procedures to keep store clean, adequately stocked and well-organized.
- Organized meetings for up to 23 staff members to discuss upcoming key strategies and tasks.
- Reduced expenses by renegotiating vendor contracts to eliminate waste and boost cost savings
- Reviewed reports of cash and operations to effectively control store inventory.
- Recruited, hired and trained 25 associates to develop productive team with excellent product knowledge
Commercial Driver
AutoZone
Vancouver, WA
10.2021 - Current
- 02Loaded van efficiently, properly organizing packages depending on route.
- Delivered wide range of packages in alignment with strict timeframes to local residents and businesses.
- Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Executed safety practices and inventory loading without customer complaints, accidents or lost-time.
- Verified hazardous material product descriptions and determined any discrepancies in paperwork.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Completed daily route consisting of up to Multiple stops, focusing on safety and timeliness
- Completed daily route consisting of up to 20-30 stops, focusing on safety and timeliness
- Complied with service policies and procedures from pick up and loading to drop offs
Boxing Trainer
Portland Parks And Rec
Portland , OR
06.2003 - 03.2020
- Trained athletes in proper use of equipment for safety and maximum results.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe training
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Trained up to 30 students during every week
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries
- Increased participant's strength, agility and game skills through successful practices
Education
High School Diploma -
Lincoln Senior High School,
East St Louis Ill06.1982
Skills
- Heavy Lifting
- Vehicle Service Documentation
- Delivery Instructions Verification
- Decision Making
- Accident Documentation
- Time Management
- Critical Thinking
- Loading and Unloading
- Map Reading
- Work Logging
- Vehicle Inspection
- Logistics Coordination
- Dependable and Cooperative
Timeline
Commercial Driver
AutoZone
10.2021 - Current
Boxing Trainer
Portland Parks And Rec
06.2003 - 03.2020
Retail Manager
Oregon Health Sciences University
07.1989 - 11.2020
High School Diploma -
Lincoln Senior High School,