Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Timeline

James A. Riley

Home Movers of Birmingham
Trussville,AL
1
Certification
13
years of professional experience

Results-driven leader with experience guiding crews, vehicles, inventory, and schedules across complex operations. Proven ability to standardize processes, strengthen compliance, and identify savings while improving customer satisfaction and revenue performance.

Work History

Regional Operations Manager

2 Years 8 Months
Home Movers of Birmingham | 02.2024 - Current
  • Monitored daily operations to resolve service disruptions and maintain workflow consistency
  • Supervised branch performance to ensure standards, safety, and customer service expectations
  • Streamlined dispatch procedures to improve assignment accuracy and crew readiness
  • Coordinated regional moving schedules to align crews, vehicles, and customer timelines
  • Standardized regional processes to reduce delays and support consistent service delivery
  • Managed budgets and financial reporting for the region, providing accurate forecasts and identifying areas for potential savings.
  • Devised and executed training plans for new and existing staff to support competency and compliance.
  • Enforced compliance with local, state and federal regulations and company standards.
  • Conducted regular audits of operational procedures to ensure compliance with industry regulations and company policies.
  • Devised strategic plans focused on long-term growth while addressing immediate operational challenges.
  • Implemented cost-saving measures, leading to significant reductions in operational expenses.
  • Drove revenue growth in region by identifying and capitalizing on new market opportunities.
  • Improved customer satisfaction across region, implementing customer service training for frontline staff.

Logistics & Distribution Specialist

2 Years 2 Months
Alabama Crown Distributing | 01.2022 - 03.2024
  • Coordinated beverage order fulfillment to support accurate, timely customer deliveries.
  • Monitored inventory movement and corrected stock discrepancies across warehouse locations.
  • Processed delivery paperwork and updated route documentation for distribution accuracy.
  • Reconciled product counts with sales and shipping records to maintain inventory integrity.
  • Assisted warehouse and route teams with load planning and shipment staging.
  • Maintained compliance with distribution procedures, safety standards, and product handling requirements.
  • Streamlined distribution processes for faster order fulfillment and customer satisfaction.
  • Coordinated shipping schedules, ensuring timely deliveries and increased customer satisfaction rates.
  • Utilized heavy machinery and equipment such as palletizer, high stand up and sit down forklifts, high pickers, pallet runners and pallet jacks.
  • Optimized transportation routes for shipments, reducing transit times and fuel costs while still meeting customer expectations for delivery timelines.

President & Owner, Landscaping Services

7 Years 11 Months
Riley Touch Landscaping | 04.2016 - 03.2024
  • Guided financial planning, resource allocation, and budget oversight to support business goals.
  • Developed policies and processes that improved decision-making and cross-functional execution.
  • Directed organizational strategy, aligning operational priorities with long-term growth objectives.
  • Increased customer satisfaction through continuous improvement initiatives and excellent customer service.
  • Prepared annual budget forecasts and monitored performance to meet organizational objectives.
  • Drove revenue growth by expanding product offerings and identifying new market opportunities.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with external partners to foster collaboration and maximize resources.
  • Delivered operational excellence by optimizing resources, processes, and overall cost structure.
  • Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.

Field Operations Manager

4 Years 10 Months
Two Men And A Truck | 01.2014 - 11.2018
  • Directed daily moving operations, aligning crews, equipment, and schedules for efficient field execution.
  • Coordinated dispatch activities, balancing job assignments with customer timelines and team availability.
  • Monitored service quality, resolving on-site issues and protecting customer satisfaction during relocations.
  • Trained movers on safety procedures, packing standards, and proper handling techniques.
  • Reviewed route plans and workload forecasts to improve field productivity and reduce delays.
  • Managed inventory of trucks, tools, and moving supplies to support uninterrupted operations.
  • Enforced safety compliance, vehicle readiness, and damage-prevention practices across field teams.
  • Strengthened communication between office staff and crews to maintain accurate, responsive job execution.
  • Maintained open lines of communication between upper management and field personnel, facilitating smooth information flow throughout the organization.
  • Coordinated logistics efforts for efficient deployment of resources across various job sites simultaneously.
  • Aligned field operations goals with overall company objectives, ensuring all projects were executed according to corporate standards and expectations.
  • Boosted team morale by fostering a positive work culture and recognizing outstanding individual achievements regularly.
  • Mentored junior staff members through coaching sessions and performance evaluations, promoting professional growth within the team.

Education

High School Diploma

Pelham High School | Pelham

Academic in Firefighting

  • Professional Development: Firefighting

Skills

Warehouse management
Distribution center operations
Inventory management
Regulatory compliance
Compliance management
Operational efficiency
Expense tracking
Budgets
Vendor relations
Teamwork and collaboration
Communication skills
Interpersonal skills

Accomplishments

Volunteer Emergency Services — Pelham Fire & EMS
Pelham, Alabama | High School

  • Volunteered with the Pelham Fire Department and EMS, gaining early hands-on exposure to emergency response and public safety operations.
  • Assisted department personnel with emergency-service activities and community support initiatives.
  • Developed foundational experience in teamwork, communication, safety procedures, and working effectively in high-pressure environments.

Achieved Firefighter I & II certifications, reflecting rigorous training in emergency response, safety procedures, and high-pressure decision-making.

Certification

  • Department of Transportation (DOT) Certified/Qualified

Timeline

Regional Operations Manager

Home Movers of Birmingham
02.2024 - CurrentRead More

Logistics & Distribution Specialist

Alabama Crown Distributing
01.2022 - 03.2024Read More

President & Owner, Landscaping Services

Riley Touch Landscaping
04.2016 - 03.2024Read More

Field Operations Manager

Two Men And A Truck
01.2014 - 11.2018Read More

Pelham High School

High School Diploma
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James A. Riley