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Jessica Thielmann

Thomasville ,NC

Summary

Seasoned Dispatch Manager with over a decade of experience Logistics and Transportation adept in leveraging Microsoft Excel and exceptional organizational skills to streamline operations and enhance team productivity. Proven track record in improving route efficiency and customer satisfaction, demonstrating strong leadership and problem-solving abilities. Committed to achieving and exceeding employer-desired outcomes through strategic planning and effective communication. Diligent Customer Service with solid background in managing dispatch operations and optimizing logistics processes. Successfully coordinated teams and streamlined workflows, leading to improved efficiency and customer satisfaction. Demonstrated expertise in problem-solving and effective communication, ensuring smooth and timely deliveries. Results-driven logistics professional with proven track record in dispatch management. Efficiently overseen fleet operations and coordinated schedules, optimizing delivery routes and minimizing delays. Known for fostering team collaboration and ensuring high standards of service, adaptable to dynamic environments and changing needs. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Dispatch Manager

Xcel Bulk Logistics
02.2023 - 09.2024
  • Ensure drivers have ability and proper instructions to perform their duties safely.
  • Coordinate and manage most efficient loads to remain cost-effective as a company.
  • Assist drivers in obtaining necessary documents required for their assignment(s).
  • Take the appropriate actions to limit delivery or route disruptions; notify customers or other concerned parties about delays.
  • Serve as a liaison between different departments and people, including maintenance, to identify vehicles that are available and when out-of-service ones will be returned to the fleet.
  • Communicate with drivers to ensure the trip is going as planned.
  • Field messages from customers wanting to confirm arrival time of their items or calling with complaints.
  • Ensure trailer interior washes are completed where required.
  • Ensure all orders and trip events are recorded in the appropriate system(s) in an accurate and timely fashion.
  • Where applicable audit system reports for compliance requirements.
  • Ensure the Company meets all customer requirements and any changes are communicated immediately
  • Service failure reports are recorded in the appropriate system(s) and brought to the attention of appropriate individual or department.
  • Ensure that the driver has adequate time to perform his duties safely and within the Hours of Work regulations.
  • Ensure all drivers meet regulatory and corporate compliance.
  • Assign the proper equipment for the jurisdiction and the job requirements.
  • Regular on-site attendance is a requirement of the position
  • Oversaw maintenance scheduling for fleet, ensuring vehicles were in optimal condition.

Assistant Delivery Manager

US Transport/ Lowes
05.2022 - 12.2023
  • Fielded customer questions and complaints and rectified issues.
  • Supported customers via telephone, email and at sites to handle escalations and product

concerns.


  • Coordinated delivery of contracted solutions at program level and in full accordance with outlined
  • cost, scheduling and quality terms.
  • Monitored customer quality metrics and took proactive steps to implement resolutions and restore
  • acceptable levels.
  • Supervised delivery staff and general productivity.
  • Managed resources effectively to avoid unnecessary delivery delays.
  • Planned delivery routes according to traffic, weather and types of delivery.
  • Contacted suppliers and vendors about issues with deliveries or products.

Operations Assistant

CRST HOME / Home Depot
06.2021 - 05.2022
  • Assisted operations manager with planning of routine operations and special projects.
  • Solved problems timely and effectively, ensuring customer satisfaction.
  • Boosted order fulfillment rates by closely monitoring inventory levels and promptly addressing discrepancies.
  • Supported daily operations by organizing office spaces for maximum functionality and ease of use.
  • Trained and supervised employees on office policies and procedures.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.

Fuel Dispatcher

Hilco Transport
11.2020 - 06.2021
  • Coordinated schedules for optimal coverage of daily workload and adjusted quickly to changing demands.
  • Facilitated communications between customers and field personnel to answer questions or resolve concerns.
  • Received new orders, prepared documentation and assigned personnel.
  • Monitored flow of paperwork and directed information to appropriate departments.
  • Assign schedule drivers and vehicle according to customer requests and in compliance with DOT
  • regulations and company rules
  • Notify and follow up to with drivers daily
  • Monitor timeliness of dispatched runs
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Directed dispatching, routing, and tracking of 35 fleet vehicles.

Dispatcher/Local Dispatch/Front Office Clerk

Keystone Fright Corp
04.2015 - 07.2020
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by properly documenting unresolved calls and ongoing incidents.
  • Directed dispatching, routing, and tracking of 65 fleet vehicles.
  • Managed high-stress situations calmly and effectively, ensuring timely assistance to those in need.
  • Provided exceptional customer service to callers, remaining empathetic and patient during emergencies.
  • Managed conflict resolutions with customers, drivers and other personnel to encourage professional relationships and promote respect.
  • Scheduled and organized delivery routes.
  • Monitored vehicle locations to coordinate timely arrivals.
  • Planned, organized, and managed work of subordinate staff to accomplish consistent work within organizational standards.
  • Maintained accurate records of all dispatched calls, improving data tracking for future analysis.
  • Managed customer accounts and invoicing.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.

Dispatch Manager

Cledon Trucking
03.2009 - 03.2014
  • Conferred with customers to address questions, problems and requests for service or equipment to allocate dispatch coverage during peak service times and during employee shortages.
  • Organized and coordinated dispatch training programs for new hires and refresher training programs for existing personnel to continuously promote company vision, values and culture.
  • Recruited, interviewed and selected employees in compliance with hiring practices and minimum standards of qualification and recommended personnel for promotion, demotion or reclassification to meet staffing requirements.
  • Answered phone calls and responded to customer emails.
  • Managed customer accounts and invoicing.
  • Coordinated schedules for optimal coverage of daily workload and adjusted quickly to changing demands.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.

Education

High School Diploma -

Trinity High School
Trinity, NC
05.2002

Skills

  • Microsoft Word/ Over 10 years
  • Fleeto - 3 years
  • Rand McNally /5 years
  • PCS/ 1 year
  • Organization
  • Enterprise Resource Planning Software
  • Customer service/ 10years
  • Dispatching/ over 10 years
  • Microsoft Outlook/ over 10 years
  • McLeod - 3 years
  • Lotus notes/ 5 years
  • Samsara - 2 years
  • Customer Service / 10 year
  • Analytic Tools and Methods
  • Leadership
  • Organizational Skills
  • Team work
  • Leadership
  • Bulk logistics - 2 years
  • Microsoft Excel - 10 years
  • Problem Resolution - 10 years
  • AS400 - 10 years
  • Fleet Dispatching - 10 years
  • Reefer dispatching - 3 years
  • Emails
  • Logistics Processes Planning - 8 years
  • Rand McNally - 5 years
  • TMW - 1 year
  • Flatbed dispatching - 6 years
  • Problem resolution - 10 years
  • Descartes - 1 year
  • Multitasking
  • Multi-line Phone line
  • People net - 1 year
  • Freight dispatching - 10 years
  • Qualcomm - 7 years
  • Organizational Requirements Monitoring
  • Freight Experience / over 10 years
  • Logistics - 7 years
  • Transportation knowledge
  • Workflow Planning
  • Route Planning
  • Transportation knowledge
  • Phone dispatch
  • DOT Compliance
  • Customer Communication
  • Schedule Coordination
  • Fleet maintenance
  • Daily reports
  • Employee Performance Reviews
  • Route planning expertise
  • Strong leadership
  • Fleet dispatching
  • Customer Service
  • Routing orders
  • Quick Thinking
  • Problem-Solving
  • Time Management
  • Multitasking
  • Organizational Skills
  • Excellent Communication

Timeline

Dispatch Manager

Xcel Bulk Logistics
02.2023 - 09.2024

Assistant Delivery Manager

US Transport/ Lowes
05.2022 - 12.2023

Operations Assistant

CRST HOME / Home Depot
06.2021 - 05.2022

Fuel Dispatcher

Hilco Transport
11.2020 - 06.2021

Dispatcher/Local Dispatch/Front Office Clerk

Keystone Fright Corp
04.2015 - 07.2020

Dispatch Manager

Cledon Trucking
03.2009 - 03.2014

High School Diploma -

Trinity High School
Jessica Thielmann