Open To Work
James F. W. Gillmore
Lubbock,TX
Summary
Logistics expert specializing in supply chain optimization and customer relationship management. Enhances operational efficiency and productivity through effective team and vendor management. Drives improvements in service delivery and client satisfaction with strong skills in route optimization and regulatory compliance.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Delivery Driver
Mueller, Inc.
Lubbock, TX
12.2022 - 02.2024
- Delivered exceptional customer service, reinforcing positive company representation on-site.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks to meet tight customer timelines, ensuring on-time deliveries.
- Delivered building materials safely with piggyback forklift, enhancing delivery efficiency.
- Collected payments and maintained precise delivery documentation for each transaction.
Route Loader / CDL-A Driver (Tanker & HazMat)
Western Dairy Transport
Shallowater, TX
08.2021 - 02.2024
- Transported milk between multiple dairies using CDL-A tanker equipment, ensuring safe and efficient delivery.
- Coordinated pickup and delivery schedules for multiple dairies, ensuring on-time service.
- Sampled milk and confirmed compliance with strict quality and safety standards.
- Built strong client relationships, fostering loyalty and retention.
Dispatcher
Martin Ag Transport
Littlefield , texas
02.2026 - Current
- Planned, organized, and managed work of subordinate staff to accomplish consistent work within organizational standards.
- Maintained updated and detailed records of calls in physical and electronic database.
- Oversaw route and condition of field units to manage daily schedule and maintain organized shifts.
- Managed conflict resolutions with customers, drivers and other personnel to encourage professional relationships and promote respect.
- Generated reports to track deliveries and maintain proper records and documentation.
Terminal Manager
Western Dairy Transport
Shallowater, TX
02.2024 - 11.2025
- Developed strategies to improve terminal productivity and streamline workflow processes.
- Supervised and trained professionals, enhancing team capabilities and maintaining operational efficiency.
- Hired and trained CDL drivers on safety and operational procedures. while balancing workload and efficiency.
- Cultivated strong partnerships with dairy owners and plant managers, ensuring smooth operations and proactive issue resolution.
- Oversaw daily dairy transport logistics and scheduling to ensure timely delivery.
- Optimized routing for efficient product delivery across regions.
Managing Partner
Gillmore Brothers, LLP
Lubbock, TX
01.2016 - 01.2025
- Attained Financing for Venture
- Developed Business Plan for Vineyard
- Acquired farmland and equipment to establish operational capacity for vineyard, enabling sustainable production.
- Selected crop varieties aligned with market demand and climate suitability to optimize yield.
- Established and maintained vendor partnerships to streamline operations and enhance supply chain efficiency.
- Oversaw contract labor to ensure project timelines and uphold quality standards in vineyard operations.
Sales Account Manager
RFG Logistics
Remote
09.2020 - 06.2021
- Identified and pursued new business opportunities, resulting in significant revenue growth
- Managed accounts for existing customers, driving satisfaction and retention
- Provided actionable feedback to key customers, improving overall satisfaction and retention
- Managed vendor relationships to ensure alignment with company objectives
- Coordinated accounts receivable activities to ensure timely payments
- Identify & Execute Arbitrage Opportunities
Corn Merchandiser
J.D. Heiskell
Amarillo, TX
04.2020 - 09.2020
- Sold YC to feedyards and flaker, expanding market reach by enhancing product availability
- Identified and executed arbitrage opportunities, contributing to increased profit margins
- Developed new freight lanes, optimizing logistics and improving service for customer base
- Oversaw profit and loss management for Friona location
- Existing Customer Account Management
- Purchase YC for Corn Flaker
Key Account Manager
Indigo Ag Inc.
06.2019 - 03.2020
- Broker Loads for Key Accounts
- Managed customer accounts, addressing needs to improve service delivery and strengthen relationships.
- Developed new business opportunities with grain customers
- Identified and executed arbitrage opportunities, increasing profitability through strategic pricing.
- Developed new freight lanes, enhancing logistics efficiency for customer base.
- New Business Development (Logistics Partners)
Risk Manager
Cattle Empire
Sublette, KS
12.2013 - 12.2015
- Executed purchase of 230,000 head cattle from YC and DDG, ensuring alignment with operational demands and supply continuity.
- Assessed data from packer to evaluate cattle performance metrics and inform procurement decisions.
- Managed vendor relationships to improve supply chain efficiency and strengthen reliability of resource procurement.
- Sourced energy resources from reliable suppliers to support operational needs. for operational yards to support daily functions.
- Developed commodity trading strategies that increased profitability through informed decision-making.
- Monitored options strategies to ensure effective implementation.
Grain Merchandisers
Pennsylvania Grain Processors
Clearfield, PA
07.2012 - 12.2013
- Solicited new business from farmers, resulting in an expanded customer base.
- Monitored vendor grain quality to ensure compliance with industry standards and mitigate risk.
- Oversaw customer account management, strengthening relationships and increasing customer retention.
- Managed P&L and grain accounting processes to provide financial oversight for informed decision-making.
- Developed solutions addressing facility limitations to enhance operational efficiency.
Grain Merchandiser
ADM Grain
Hereford, TX
08.2010 - 03.2012
- Streamlined trading processes by facilitating communication with largest cash broker, enhancing market insights.
- Managed procurement processes for YC and Milo ethanol plant, ensuring timely supply of materials.
- Oversaw logistics for YC and gluten operations, optimizing delivery schedules and inventory management.
- Ensured timely payments from clients by managing account receivables and collections processes.
- Mentored and trained incoming trainees to enhance their onboarding experience and operational readiness.
Location Manager
Mid-Kansas Coop
Moundridge, KS
10.2009 - 09.2010
- Oversaw grain quality and logistics operations, optimizing supply chain processes.
- Coordinated grain origination efforts, ensuring availability of high-quality supplies for production.
- Directed facility management activities, improving overall operational effectiveness.
- Maintained anhydrous plant operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Managed accounts payable processes, supporting accurate financial tracking and reporting.
Grain Merchandiser Trainee
Agrex Inc
Superior, NE
04.2008 - 09.2009
- Oversaw grain origination to enhance supply chain efficiency.
- Managed logistics for direct-ship locations, optimizing delivery processes.
- Monitored sales to secure timely settlements for stakeholders.
- Ensured safety and quality standards in rail operations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Economics, Animal Science
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX01.2006
Skills
- Logistics management
- Operations management
- Supply chain optimization
- Route optimization
- Inventory control
- Regulatory compliance
- Customer relationship management
Certification
CDL License (Tanker & Hazmat Endorsements
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteRemoteSalary Range
$80000/yr - $200000/yrTimeline
Dispatcher
Martin Ag Transport
02.2026 - Current
Terminal Manager
Western Dairy Transport
02.2024 - 11.2025
Delivery Driver
Mueller, Inc.
12.2022 - 02.2024
Route Loader / CDL-A Driver (Tanker & HazMat)
Western Dairy Transport
08.2021 - 02.2024
Sales Account Manager
RFG Logistics
09.2020 - 06.2021
Corn Merchandiser
J.D. Heiskell
04.2020 - 09.2020
Key Account Manager
Indigo Ag Inc.
06.2019 - 03.2020
Managing Partner
Gillmore Brothers, LLP
01.2016 - 01.2025
Risk Manager
Cattle Empire
12.2013 - 12.2015
Grain Merchandisers
Pennsylvania Grain Processors
07.2012 - 12.2013
Grain Merchandiser
ADM Grain
08.2010 - 03.2012
Location Manager
Mid-Kansas Coop
10.2009 - 09.2010
Grain Merchandiser Trainee
Agrex Inc
04.2008 - 09.2009
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Economics, Animal Science
Texas Tech University