Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
John Gore

John Gore

Philadelphia,PA

Summary

Proven leader in logistics and team management, excelling in roles at Yancey Enterprises and beyond. Expert in enhancing delivery efficiency and customer satisfaction through proactive route optimization and excellent service. Skilled in maintaining safety standards and fostering teamwork, consistently achieving goals with a positive attitude and meticulous attention to detail.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Subcontracted Delivery Driver

Yancey Enterprises
04.2021 - Current
  • Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
  • Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and accurate deliveries of products.
  • Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
  • Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
  • Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
  • Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
  • Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
  • Worked scheduled hours as required and took on available shifts during holidays and busy periods.
  • Managed customer inquiries and complaints in polite and professional manner.
  • Enhanced delivery efficiency by optimizing routes using GPS navigation and mapping tools.
  • Verified accuracy of all deliveries against order forms.
  • Upheld high standards of professionalism while representing the company during interactions with customers, vendors, and other stakeholders.
  • Maintained strong relationships with clients through proactive communication and personalized service.
  • Expedited deliveries to meet customer deadlines and requirements.
  • Demonstrated exceptional time management skills in consistently meeting tight deadlines without compromising quality or safety.
  • Ensured the safety of all goods transported by securing loads properly and following best practices for handling fragile items.
  • Inspected and maintained delivery vehicles regularly to keep in safe working order.
  • Developed strong working knowledge of local traffic laws and regulations to facilitate smooth navigation on-the-job safely.
  • Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
  • Boosted overall efficiency by effectively managing multiple tasks simultaneously, such as loading and unloading vehicles, route planning, and paperwork completion.
  • Promoted eco-friendly driving habits by minimizing fuel consumption through careful route planning and adherence to speed limits where applicable.

Warehouse Manager

APC Delivery
04.2020 - 08.2022
  • Conducted periodic audits of inventory levels to ensure accuracy, identifying discrepancies for swift resolution.
  • Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing strict adherence to OSHA guidelines
  • and company policies.
  • Oversaw upkeep of equipment and physical condition of warehouse, identifying and ordering needed repairs, renovations, and replacements.
  • Inspected redeliver all non-delivered products
  • Oversee all loading and unloading of product

Fleet Manager/ Dispatcher/ Assistant Manager

Patel Inc /Amazon
03.2012 - 01.2020
  • Maintained accurate records of all vehicles'' registration, insurance policies, maintenance logs, and other relevant documentation for easy access during audits or inspections.
  • Inspected vehicles and requested maintenance tasks be completed within specific timeframes.
  • Positively interacted with drivers, upper management and shop department, which helped improve overall communication.
  • Increased fleet efficiency by implementing preventive maintenance programs and scheduling regular vehicle inspections.

Supervised all routes (65) ,drivers (110) ,schedules and all problems of the day including breakdowns, customer connections false addresses etc

Asst Housekeeping Mgr/Street Division Manager

LRC/ACOM Management
09.2010 - 06.2012
  • Identified areas of improvement in operational workflows to better align resources with organizational goals.
  • Developed strong team dynamics through regular communication, collaboration, and goal-setting initiatives.
  • Reduced costs by identifying inefficiencies and implementing cost-saving measures across the division.
  • Controlled costs by streamlining operations and reducing waste.

Promoted to Streets Division Manager

Supervisor of Center City Philadelphia South Street, Olde City and Headhouse sections

Cleaned 7 days a week after all events (Parades Demonstrations and general public traffic

Picked up all debris and dumped properly

Also all graffiti and weeds

2nd Shift Shipping and Receiving Manager

Benjamin Foods
06.2006 - 05.2010
  • Operated forklifts, lift trucks, and hand trucks to move items around warehouse.
  • Optimized warehouse layout for efficient product flow from receiving to shipping areas, minimizing wasted time in transit between locations.
  • Pulled, verified, and packaged items for shipment.
  • Managed inventory control with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring accurate stock levels.

High reach operations fork lift and electronic pallet jack

Education

Diploma - Carpentry,Cabinet Making

Murrell Dobbins High School AVTS, Philadelphia, PA
06.1984

Skills

  • Positive Attitude
  • Customer Service
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Teamwork and Collaboration

Timeline

Subcontracted Delivery Driver - Yancey Enterprises
04.2021 - Current
Warehouse Manager - APC Delivery
04.2020 - 08.2022
Fleet Manager/ Dispatcher/ Assistant Manager - Patel Inc /Amazon
03.2012 - 01.2020
Asst Housekeeping Mgr/Street Division Manager - LRC/ACOM Management
09.2010 - 06.2012
2nd Shift Shipping and Receiving Manager - Benjamin Foods
06.2006 - 05.2010
Murrell Dobbins High School AVTS - Diploma , Carpentry,Cabinet Making
John Gore