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James Katich

James Katich

Kenosha

Summary

CDL truck driver with a flawless safety record and extensive experience in regional and over-the-road freight deliveries. Known for maintaining DOT compliance, performing thorough inspections, and achieving high on-time performance. Strong communicator with clients and dispatch, ensuring efficient and damage-free transport of goods.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Professional Truck Driver/Delivery Driver

United Natural Foods Inc.
05.2014 - Current
  • Operated reefer tractor-trailers across Wisconsin, Illinois, Michigan, and Indiana to deliver perishable food products.
  • Ensured on-time delivery of goods while maintaining product integrity and temperature control.
  • Held a perfect driving record with 0 preventable accidents.
  • Coordinated with companies and backhaul coordinators to facilitate timely pickups.
  • Managed allocation of tractor-trailers to drivers to meet route and business demands.
  • Performed pretrip and post trip inspections of all equipment.
  • Performed fueling and minor maintenance to all tractors and reefer trailers.

Professional Mover and Driver(Keyman)

Merchants Moving and Storage
02.2012 - 05.2014
  • Operated tractor-trailer across the lower 48 states and Canada while abiding by all local, federal and DOT laws.
  • Packed, wrapped, disassembled, and reassembled customers' personal belongings with exceptional care to ensure safe transport.
  • Maintained inventory of all customers' belongings while maintaining a spotless claims record.
  • Coordinated lodging arrangements nationwide for team members to maintain efficiency during cross-country moves.
  • Established trusting relationships with customers to alleviate moving stress and enhance overall customer experience.

Outside Sales Manager

Menards
05.2007 - 01.2012
  • Increased existing contractor account totals by 15% annually.
  • Met with existing contractor accounts on jobsite to ensure accurate order placement and timely delivery.
  • Followed up weekly on quotes to secure sales and strengthen client relationships.
  • Quote projects including new home builds and remodels.
  • Coordinate deliveries with contractors and contracted delivery services.
  • Problem-solve any issues that may arise with product and price inaccuracies.
  • Communicate with vendors to meet contractors' special requests.
  • Established relationships with new vendors to enhance product offerings.
  • Efficient in product knowledge presentations.
  • Exceeded weekly sales goals set by Store Manager, contributing to overall revenue growth.

Department Manager

Menards
06.1999 - 05.2007
  • Motivated team to exceed sales goals by analyzing previous years' performance.
  • Department met and maintained secret shop score of 90% and above.
  • Implemented merchandising techniques to improve customer shopping experience and convenience.
  • Enhanced product knowledge of employees to improve guest shopping experience.
  • Cultivated relationships with plumbing, paint, and flooring contractors to establish our department as their preferred choice.
  • Trained and developed employees.
  • Managed team of 10 employees.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - IT-Web Software Developer

Gateway Technical College
Kenosha, WI

High School Diploma -

Tremper High School
Kenosha, WI

Skills

  • Class A CDL
  • Operations Management
  • Cost Control
  • Budgeting
  • Team building
  • Leadership
  • Performance Appraisals
  • Microsoft Proficient
  • Policy Development

Timeline

Professional Truck Driver/Delivery Driver

United Natural Foods Inc.
05.2014 - Current

Professional Mover and Driver(Keyman)

Merchants Moving and Storage
02.2012 - 05.2014

Outside Sales Manager

Menards
05.2007 - 01.2012

Department Manager

Menards
06.1999 - 05.2007

Associate of Applied Science - IT-Web Software Developer

Gateway Technical College

High School Diploma -

Tremper High School
James Katich