Jake Aragon
Menifee,CA
Summary
Efficient Transportation Operations Manager commended as technologically proficient professional adept at planning, dispatching and routing packages by maintaining strong relations with transport carrier services. Solid 20-years background in handling logistics to achieve on-timely delivery. Prioritizes tasks and distributes operations to provide maximum output.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Transportation Operations Manager II
Walmart
Chino, CA
01.2015 - Current
- Manage multiple FC, EDC, WFS and SFS carrier relations for the West Coast Region expanding to California, Nevada, Utah, and Arizona
- Review carrier capacity, metrics and KPIs to ensure on-time delivery and performance goals are met and communicate insights and opportunities to management
- Manage order execution with carriers, follow up with distribution centers and carriers to ensure orders are processed, loaded, and shipped correctly to make an on-time delivery and meet customer expectations
- Creates analyses of trailer utilization and conducts load and route planning to reduce freight costs whenever possible
- Led a team of 10 transportation Managers, 150 hourly associates, overseeing all aspects of daily operations including scheduling, routing, and vehicle maintenance, resulting in a 15% increase in on-time deliveries
- Implemented a streamlined inventory management system, reducing transportation costs by 20% and improving overall efficiency of the supply chain
- Negotiated and managed contracts with third-party carriers, resulting in improved service levels and cost savings of $500,000 annually
- Developed and implemented safety protocols and training programs, resulting in a 30% reduction in accidents and injuries among transportation staff
- Incorporated a network wide system that allows teams to continue to improve processes in GLS implementation while capturing and standardizing proven improvements from individual sites into the broader network
- Develop and implement a high-level training centered around onboarding and training of hourly associates and salaried managers
- Strategic planning and execution of the peak playbook to include staffing, inventory slotting, and associate ramp up
- Facilitated Kaizen for IB & OB assortment project to increase rate by 15% to 25%
Asset Protection Manager
Schneider
Eastvale, CA
01.2009 - 01.2015
- Implemented and managed a comprehensive asset protection program, resulting in a 25% reduction in theft and shrinkage within the organization
- Developed and executed training programs for employees on best practices for loss prevention, resulting in improved awareness and proactive measures being taken to protect company assets
- Led a team of 30 asset protection associates, providing guidance and support to ensure adherence to company policies and procedures, resulting in a cohesive and efficient department
- Utilized data analysis to identify patterns and trends in theft and fraud, implementing targeted measures to mitigate risks and protect company assets, resulting in significant cost savings
- Minimized shrink damages and variances through observation and effective training
- Created Hazard Analysis and Risk Assessment
- Lead a team of safety professionals to evaluate and improve procedures for work in a high-risk environment.
Asset Protection Manager
UPS
Eastvale, CA
01.2006 - 01.2009
- Supervised associates and coached on process improvements
- Detected and investigated criminal activities and policy violations
- Implemented and managed comprehensive asset protection strategies, including developing and implementing policies and procedures to prevent loss and mitigate risk
- Supervised and trained a team of asset protection associates, fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement
- Conducted thorough investigations into incidents of theft, fraud, and other security breaches, utilizing surveillance technology and collecting evidence to support legal actions if necessary
- Collaborated with cross-functional departments, such as HR and Legal, to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures, while also providing guidance on security-related matters to enhance overall operational efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Business Management -
University of Phoenix
07.2025
Skills
- Contract Negotiation
- Analytical Skills
- Loss Prevention
- Security Management
- Staff training & coaching
- Recruiting & hiring talent
- Quality assurance
- Solid written & verbal communicator
- Emergency Management
- Load Planning
- Freight Management
- Route Optimization
- Fleet Management
- Cost control and tracking
- Shipping cost reduction
- Contract Management
- Materials Management
- Vendor Management
- Warehouse Operations
- Continuous Improvement
- Transportation Regulations
- KPI Tracking
- Customer Service Management
- Data Analysis
- Schedule Management
- Staff recruitment
Certification
- Leadership Essentials
- Project Management
- Diversity, Inclusion, & Belonging
- Business Strategy & Leadership
- Skills for Inclusive Conversations
- Unconscious Bias
- WFS Immersion Process
Timeline
Transportation Operations Manager II
Walmart
01.2015 - Current
Asset Protection Manager
Schneider
01.2009 - 01.2015
Asset Protection Manager
UPS
01.2006 - 01.2009
Bachelor of Science in Business Management -
University of Phoenix