Jason Bunn
Monticello,Georgia
Summary
Accomplished Transportation Manager with a proven track record at Vistar Corporation A PFG Company, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing costs through strategic route planning and effective team leadership. Skilled in operations management and fostering teamwork, I consistently improved on-time delivery rates and maximized performance, achieving significant reductions in transport expenses. Consistently proven team leader and able to optimize team members skills.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Jwh Transport
Rome, GA
05.2017 - Current
- Completed preventive maintenance and mechanical repairs on vehicles.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
- Fostered strong professional network and partnership building skills to connect with quality leads.
Transportation Manager
Vistar Corporation A PFG
Lawrencville, Ga
09.2015 - 04.2017
- Coordinated logistics activities across multiple locations for seamless distribution operations.
- Increased transportation efficiency by optimizing routing and scheduling processes.
- Reduced transport costs for the company through strategic negotiations with vendors and carriers.
- Organized records of vehicles, schedules and completed orders.
- Improved on-time delivery rates with detailed tracking and monitoring of shipments.
- Trained new employees on company policies and best practices, fostering a culture of excellence within the department.
- Managed a team of drivers, providing support and guidance to improve performance and productivity.
- Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
- Fostered a positive work environment by promoting open communication channels between staff members.
- Conducted regular evaluations of transportation procedures for continuous improvement opportunities.
- Oversaw team of 30 drivers by reviewing performance to promote timely and efficient deliveries and operations.
- Resolved customer issues efficiently, minimizing lost business due to transportation errors or delays.
- Enhanced equipment usage by establishing proper maintenance schedules, reducing downtime and repair costs.
- Communicated with customer service and sales teams to improve productivity and service ratings.
Transportation Supervisor
SYSCO Food Services
Atlanta, GA
02.2011 - 08.2015
- Maintained and verified time, transportation, financial, inventory and personnel records.
- Verified that drivers completed required safety training and attended quarterly driver safety meetings.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement within the team by encouraging feedback from drivers on ways to enhance operational efficiency.
- Evaluated fleet maintenance requirements regularly, scheduling services accordingly to minimize downtime.
- Planned and established transportation routes, work schedules and operator assignments.
CDL Delivery Driver
SYSCO Food Services
Atlanta, GA
08.2006 - 02.2011
- Assisted warehouse staff in loading and unloading trucks while maintaining safety standards.
- Reduced fuel costs with consistent monitoring of vehicle performance and timely maintenance.
- Ensured customer satisfaction through accurate and timely deliveries, addressing concerns promptly.
- Contributed to a positive working environment by fostering teamwork among colleagues across departments.
- Upheld cleanliness standards inside the vehicle cabin area throughout work shifts, promoting a healthy and safe driving environment.
- Enhanced delivery efficiency by optimizing routes and adhering to strict schedules.
- Completed daily logs accurately for hours worked, miles driven, rest breaks taken, ensuring full compliance with federal regulations.
- Maintained proper documentation for each delivery, reducing errors and ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Safeguarded company property by conducting thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicles.
- Conducted inventory checks upon receipt of goods at the destination point, verifying accuracy before confirming successful delivery completion.
- Strengthened customer relationships by supporting special requests or last-minute changes whenever possible within policy limitations.
CDL Delivery Driver
Coca Cola Enterprises
Atlanta, GA
11.1997 - 08.2006
- Reduced fuel costs with consistent monitoring of vehicle performance and timely maintenance.
- Ensured customer satisfaction through accurate and timely deliveries, addressing concerns promptly.
- Upheld cleanliness standards inside the vehicle cabin area throughout work shifts, promoting a healthy and safe driving environment.
- Enhanced delivery efficiency by optimizing routes and adhering to strict schedules.
- Completed daily logs accurately for hours worked, miles driven, rest breaks taken, ensuring full compliance with federal regulations.
- Maintained proper documentation for each delivery, reducing errors and ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Safeguarded company property by conducting thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicles.
- Conducted inventory checks upon receipt of goods at the destination point, verifying accuracy before confirming successful delivery completion.
- Strengthened customer relationships by supporting special requests or last-minute changes whenever possible within policy limitations.
- Maximized load capacity by efficiently organizing cargo according to weight distribution guidelines.
- Increased safety awareness through participation in training programs and adherence to CDL regulations.
- Demonstrated professionalism during interactions with customers, representing the company positively at all times.
- Collaborated with dispatchers to effectively coordinate pickups, deliveries, and resolve challenges along the route.
- Achieved high levels of customer service excellence through prompt issue resolution and attention to detail.
- Managed unforeseen circumstances professionally, such as road closures or weather-related incidents affecting delivery timelines.
Education
High School Diploma -
Griffin High
Griffin GA 05.2001 -
Skills
Self-motivation and discipline
Staff recruitment
Policy development
Dispatch operations
Daily operations management
Route planning
Operations management
Teamwork and collaboration
Adaptability and flexibility
Safety management
Schedule control
Transportation management
Critical thinking
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 30 staff members.
- Advanced management training
- Team building training
- Lean Sigma Six training
- Cause and Effect Training
Certification
Lean Six Sigma Certification - Various Providers.
Timeline
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Jwh Transport
05.2017 - Current
Transportation Manager
Vistar Corporation A PFG
09.2015 - 04.2017
Transportation Supervisor
SYSCO Food Services
02.2011 - 08.2015
CDL Delivery Driver
SYSCO Food Services
08.2006 - 02.2011
High School Diploma -
Griffin High
05.2001 -
CDL Delivery Driver
Coca Cola Enterprises
11.1997 - 08.2006