James Randolph
TRANSPORTATION MANAGER
Washington,DC
Summary
Dynamic Transportation Supervisor with a proven track record at United Road Car Haulers, excelling in route optimization and safety compliance. Enhanced operational efficiency through strategic process improvements and effective staff training. Strong leadership and communication skills fostered team collaboration, resulting in improved service quality and timely deliveries.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Transportation Supervisor
United Road Car Haulers
Baltimore, MD
10.2022 - Current
- Supervised daily operations of vehicle transportation, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Coordinated logistics for efficient delivery schedules, optimizing routes to minimize transit times.
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices in vehicle handling and customer service protocols.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced operational efficiency and reduced costs within the transportation department.
- Managed inventory of vehicles and equipment, ensuring availability for scheduled transport needs.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve transportation issues and improve service quality.
- Developed training materials focusing on safety standards and operational procedures for new hires.
- Managed routing, driver supervision and DOT compliance.
- Coordinated schedules and routes for drivers to ensure timely deliveries and customer satisfaction.
- Improved transportation efficiency by optimizing routes and implementing time-saving strategies.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through consistent communication and excellent customer service practices.
- Oversaw transportation of 22 drivers and 30 trucks daily by coordinating personnel and developing efficient routes and workload schedules.
- Allocated equipment to meet transportation needs and financial goals.
- Monitored safe operations by conducting field safety audits.
- Verified that drivers transported loads safely and complied with state DOT laws.
- Maintained compliance with DOT regulations and accurately documented driver qualifications, permits, and equipment information.
Class A CDL Driver
United Road Car Haulers
Baltimore, MD
08.2018 - 10.2022
- Operated Class A vehicles to transport and deliver automobiles across various regions.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Managed loading and unloading of vehicles, ensuring secure transportation and preventing damage.
- Maintained accurate logs of mileage, fuel consumption, and delivery schedules for compliance audits.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers to coordinate routes and address any issues during transit.
- Adhered to all state and federal transportation regulations, contributing to a safe driving record.
- Completed deliveries on-schedule by planning good routes and efficiently completing transfers.
- Kept detailed records of miles driven, fuel expenses, maintenance costs, and delivery information for reporting purposes.
- Ran efficient routes by mapping plans to GPS apps and adjusting for weather and traffic problems.
- Met DOT requirements by maintaining current records and documenting reportable incidents.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
Dockmaster
Marriott
Washington, DC
05.2014 - 06.2018
- Supervised daily dock operations, ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards.
- Coordinated vessel arrivals and departures, optimizing docking schedules for efficiency.
- Managed inventory of supplies and equipment, maintaining accurate records for operational readiness.
- Trained new team members on dock procedures and safety protocols to enhance performance.
- Implemented process improvements that increased turnaround times for vessels by streamlining workflows.
- Developed training materials to standardize best practices and enhance staff knowledge base.
- Led safety drills and compliance audits to uphold regulatory standards across dock operations.
- Maintained strong relationships with customers through attentive service and prompt resolution of issues.
- Loaded trucks and properly secured items to prevent damage during transportation.
- Managed fuel inventory efficiently to maintain adequate stock levels and minimize losses due to spoilage or theft.
- Managed team of 7 to facilitate domestic and international shipments.
- Communicated and coordinated with 6 departments to verify operational peak performance.
- Performed pre-shift and post-shift inspections of dock equipment.
- Stored and stocked pallets weighing up to 30 pounds to keep warehouse clean and organized.
- Prepared contracts, invoices, and shipping documents, using micros and reynolds and reynolds.
- Organized records of vehicles, schedules and completed orders.
- Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
- Utilized forklifts and pallet jacks to safely move merchandise and minimize loss.
- Improved employee performance 25% through coaching and feedback.
Inventory Manager
Herb Gordon Subaru
Silver Spring, MD
04.2008 - 05.2013
- Supported receiving processes by verifying incoming shipments against purchase orders.
- Strengthened inventory processes to balance supply needs with budget and space limitations.
- Collaborated with purchasing department to optimize procurement strategies, ensuring appropriate stock levels at all times.
- Organized stockroom layout to improve accessibility and efficiency of inventory retrieval.
- Conducted routine inventory audits to ensure accuracy and identify discrepancies.
- Provided expert advice on part compatibility and installation for diverse vehicle models.
- Trained new staff on product knowledge and inventory management systems.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors to enhance supply chain efficiency.
- Participated in industry events to stay current on trends, expand professional network, and enhance product knowledge.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH04-2029
High School Diploma -
Spingarn High School
Washington, DC06-2006
Skills
- Transportation logistics
- Route optimization
- Safety compliance
- Staff training
- DOT regulations
- Vehicle maintenance
- Team leadership
- Fleet supervision
- Communication skills
- Scheduling coordination
- Performance audits
- Conflict resolution
- Transportation management
- Routing
- Route planning
- Coordination
- Fleet management & logistics
Driver supervision
Inventory management
Customer service excellence
Fleet management
Vehicle inspections
Operational efficiency
Documentation accuracy
Risk assessment
Timeline
Transportation Supervisor
United Road Car Haulers
10.2022 - Current
Class A CDL Driver
United Road Car Haulers
08.2018 - 10.2022
Dockmaster
Marriott
05.2014 - 06.2018
Inventory Manager
Herb Gordon Subaru
04.2008 - 05.2013
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
Southern New Hampshire University
High School Diploma -
Spingarn High School