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James H Furkin

Gadsden

Summary

Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager, Transportation

Lineage Foodservice Solutions
08.2024 - Current
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.

Manager, Transportation

McLane Company
11.2020 - Current
  • Managed successful distribution operation for 2700+ deliveries per week across 8 states including Kentucky.
  • Streamlined operations by implementing new technologies, TMW, Manhattan WMS, optimizing order quality and routing improving overall customer experience.
  • Optimized 130+ driver fleet by conducting regular performance evaluations and providing personalized coaching for staff development.
  • Collaborated with corporate buyers to schedule and manage backhaul program to maximize resources and reduce inbound expense.
  • Implemented in house Driver trainee program to alleviate industry wide staffing issues.
  • Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for drivers ensuring D.O.T. compliance.

Plant Manager

Reddy Ice
05.2018 - 09.2020
  • Increased production efficiency by optimizing plant layout and implementing process improvements.
  • Reduced downtime for maintenance by implementing lean manufacturing process improvements.
  • Enhanced driver safety standards with implementation of comprehensive safety C.A.R.E training initiatives.
  • Streamlined supply chain operations, reducing out of stock percentage from 14% to 1% year over year.
  • Maintained highest in network food service safety ratings from multiple military service audits.

Market Field Equipment Service Manager

Reddy Ice
03.2015 - 05.2018
  • Increased market team productivity by implementing streamlined processes applicable across Northeast Florida. ( Jacksonville, Pensacola, Panama City, Tallahassee and Ozark, Alabama)
  • Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
  • Reduced operational costs through rightsizing workforce and utilizing 3rd party contractor repairs.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving equipment issues promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Business Management: Supply Chain & Logistics

Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH
05.2026

Skills

  • Business Development
  • Leadership Staff Development
  • Strategic Planning
  • Communication
  • Operations
  • Labor relations

Timeline

Manager, Transportation

Lineage Foodservice Solutions
08.2024 - Current

Manager, Transportation

McLane Company
11.2020 - Current

Plant Manager

Reddy Ice
05.2018 - 09.2020

Market Field Equipment Service Manager

Reddy Ice
03.2015 - 05.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Business Management: Supply Chain & Logistics

Southern New Hampshire University

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