Jason Kimble
Pataskala,OH
Summary
Results-driven Logistics Management professional with greater than 19 years’ experience in all aspects of Transportation and Supply Management. Strategic thinker, known for use of creative and innovative approaches to remove barriers and drive results. Superior communication skills and a strong relationship-builder. Skilled Logistics professional offering advanced knowledge of supply chain regulations and standards. Sources material, organizes supplies and maintains optimal inventory levels. Strong mathematical and computer skills.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Freight Haulers
Pataskala, OH
08.2019 - 02.2023
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Maintained current Class A CDL with Hazardous Materials and Doubles and Triples endorsements.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Inspected vehicle and equipment before and after every trip to monitor routine wear and identify larger maintenance issues.
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Enhanced customer relations by consistently delivering shipments according to schedule and quickly addressing any concerns.
National Fleet/Asset Manager
Continental Concession Supplies, Inc.
New Hyde Park, NY
08.2010 - 08.2019
- Develop, maintain, and ensure compliance with all fleet policies, procedures, DOT and FMCSA regulations
- Manage companies private fleet and for hire carrier pool
- Responsible for the purchase of facility equipment, fuel, maintenance scheduling, vehicle registrations
- Conduct fleet audits and take action to mitigate risks
- Manage DOT random drug and alcohol program as the (DER) Designated Employer Representative for all CDL drivers
- Responsible for building and maintaining professional relationships which lead to increased business
- Supervise, direct, develop, evaluate, coach and lead 80 drivers and 2-3 fleet staff
- Processed driver employment applications and ensured compliance with DOT regulations, federal and state law
- Responsible for hiring drivers according to company standards and requirements
- Manage budgets and fleet financials for company fleet with P&L responsibility
- Conduct accident investigations and determine chargeable or non-chargeable status
- Manage fleet and equipment inventory at multiple national locations (OH, NJ, FL, TX, CA)
- Ensure safety Protocols are followed by all employees.
- Kept detailed track of asset maintenance and potential future costs to accurately portray data and advised leadership.
- Reviewed contract reports, bid proposals and requirements with senior management for accuracy and processing.
- Authorized which supplies, equipment, or merchandise to purchase and maintaining an adequate stock of supplies, equipment, or merchandise
- Determining availability of products or sources for products
- Analyzing and manipulating supply system data to make sound business decisions
- Maintained contract database of existing and new client contract files and details.
- Created key performance indicators to measure and assess assets performance.
- Positively interacted with drivers, upper management and shop department, which helped improve overall communication.
- Inspected vehicles and requested maintenance tasks be completed within specific timeframes.
- Maintained accurate driver information for delivery scheduling.
- Increased regulatory compliance by monitoring vehicles to verify adherence to operational, state and federal requirements.
- Suggested actionable improvements to increase efficiency and reduce expenses.
- Provided all drivers with pertinent safety materials regarding rules and regulations.
- Completed projects by effectively delegating tasks and overseeing employee performance.
- Coordinated safety meetings to educate team members on best practices to mitigate hazard opportunities.
- Documented equipment transfers and sales details for accurate record keeping.
- Reduced expenditures by overseeing equipment acquisition to attain best value and price negotiation.
- Streamlined operations to increase productivity and oversaw employees to maximize outcomes.
- Secured discounts from third-party logistics service providers to deliver substantial cost savings.
- Negotiated contracts with outside providers and rates for facility leases to minimize costs to company.
Assistant Fleet Manager
T. Marzetti Company
Grove City, OH
07.2008 - 08.2010
- Processed driver employment applications and ensured compliance with DOT regulations, and federal and state law
- Coordinated safety meetings to educate team members on best practices to mitigate hazard opportunities.
- Dispatched city drivers to ensure effective utilization and efficient product movement
- Implemented cost-effective control systems over capital assets, operating expenditures, and labor costs
- Researching causes of inventory discrepancies related to customer orders and performing inventory reconciliation activities
- Trained drivers to manage time effectively, improving overall mileage performance.
- Documented equipment transfers and sales details for accurate record keeping.
- Coordinated accurate recording and reporting of payroll and time records
- Positively interacted with drivers, upper management and shop department, which helped improve overall communication.
- Provided supervision, direction, development, evaluation, coaching and leadership to 30 drivers and 2-3 fleet staff
- Completed projects by effectively delegating tasks and overseeing employee performance.
- Managed inventory, ensuring timely and efficient support to warehouse operations
- Researching causes of inventory discrepancies related to customer orders and performing inventory reconciliation activities
- Approve which supplies, equipment, or merchandise to purchase and maintaining an adequate stock of supplies, equipment, or merchandise
- Determining availability of products or sources for products
- Built and maintained excellent employee, corporate and community relations.
Operations Manager
J&A Trucking LTD
01.2002 - 07.2008
- Oversaw daily operations of commercial trucking company, while holding Class A commercial driver’s license
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
- Audited logs to ensure accuracy and compliance with DOT regulations
- Completed all fleet maintenance ensuring equipment safety, proper operation, and ability to pass DOT inspections
- Calculated, prepared and filed state fuel taxes for 48 states
- Processed accounts payable and receivable
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
- Directed all quality control and customer service functions, ensuring client satisfaction
- Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to obtain best pricing and terms.
- Brokered loads with focus on increasing revenue.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Supply Chain Management
Ashford University
San Diego, CA05.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Operations Management
DeVry University
Columbus, OHSkills
- Supplier Relations
- Report Writing and Documentation
- Production Scheduling
- Project Management
- Inventory Research Experience
- Contract Negotiation
- Equipment, Supplies and Merchandise Purchasing
- Cost Reduction
- Vendor Collaboration
- Labor Relations
- Contract Management
- Business Planning
- Financial Management
- Performance Reporting
- Document Control
Affiliations
- Freemason
Timeline
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Freight Haulers
08.2019 - 02.2023
National Fleet/Asset Manager
Continental Concession Supplies, Inc.
08.2010 - 08.2019
Assistant Fleet Manager
T. Marzetti Company
07.2008 - 08.2010
Operations Manager
J&A Trucking LTD
01.2002 - 07.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Supply Chain Management
Ashford University
Bachelor of Arts - Operations Management
DeVry University