Creative individual with exceptional background spent in Transportation Industry. Engaging demeanor works in demanding environments yet remain cool under pressure.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Terminal Leader VP
Swift Transportation Co, Inc
12.2018 - Current
Multiple P&L awards for Operating Ratio 2020 through 2022
Collaborated with development teams, internal customers, and product line management to verify delivery of desired quality requirements to distributors.
Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training, and mentoring individuals with lagging skills.
Maintained team flexibility and embraced change to adapt within dynamic markets.
Led team by answering complex customer questions and mentoring personnel one-on-one.
Terminal Leader VP
Swift Transportation Co, Inc
10.2014 - 12.2018
Swift Refrigerated)
Played an active role in the synchronization of Swift systems and policies within the terminal and shop
Multiple refrigerated account experiences
Reduced CPPM from 20 + down to 10.37
Grew fleet from 114 units to 207, while doubling our mentors from 23 to 49
Increased our O/O count from 20 to 44
Increased utilization from 1,300 to 1,772 while changing fleet from Mid-West regional to OTR Operation
Instrumental in contact negotiations, local customer accounts and serviceability of accounts.
Onsite Account Leader
Swift Transportation Co, Inc, Procter & Gamble
06.2011 - 10.2014
Played an active role in the recovery of the company relationship with Swift and P&G
Helped to create quick communication between P&G and Swift Operations across the country and internationally
Success fully managed Operational Service metrics like CDOT/AOT/CSOT
Played key roles creating ability for bids, and pop-up fleets
Effectively managed on the spot ability with RM/FA bidding
Instrumental in receiving the largest award (Book of business) received from P&G.
Onsite Manager
Swift Transportation Co, Inc
06.2010 - 06.2011
Played an active role in the start-up of onsite organization
Effectively manage and plan 51 drivers in a slip seat operation
Introduced a Flex Fleet driver system of 29 drivers and includes mentors
Contributed to the successful operation of a profitable onsite location.
Driver Manager
Swift Transportation Co, Inc
01.2008 - 01.2010
Managed a successful fleet of a minimum of 50 drivers
Successfully grew my fleet to 76 drivers
Effectively mentored approximately 40% of my drivers to become owner operators
Instrumental in start-up procedures for the Costco Monrovia, MD onsite fleet
Driver Services Safety Coordinator
Swift Transportation Co, Inc
12.2006 - 01.2008
Worked as a liaison between safety and operations
Helped to create a common ground for operations and safety
Supported terminal with safety related questions and guidance
Selected to be part of the company Accident Review Committee
Terminal Safety Coordinator
Swift Transportation Co, Inc
09.2006 - 12.2006
Worked on Identifying issues with accidents and log compliance
Controlled 410 Trucks on safety and compliance
Performed shop OSHA inspections
Improved and gave a safety presence within the terminal
Managed a developmental fleet of drivers.
Local Close Quarter Instructor / Safety Personnel
Swift Transportation Co., Inc
01.2006 - 01.2006
Instrumental in developing the new and improved LCQ program
Certified Log Instructor
Assisted in the 2006 Roll-over campaign
Counseled drivers on accidents and prevention of accidents
Owner Operator Mentor
Swift Transportation Co., Inc
01.2005 - 01.2006
Successfully trained four students
Accident-free operator
No service failures or other performance issues
Driver
Swift Transportation Co., Inc
01.2004 - 01.2005
Accident-free driver
No service issues or other performance issues
Assisted in Dublin, VA as a motor home operator
Chemical Operations Specialist
United States Army
03.1998 - 04.2004
Responded to emergencies with speed, efficiency, and knowledgeable assistance.
Trained in use of tear gas, passive ordnance, and explosives.
Patrolled designated coverage areas and evaluated terrain for defensive use.
Communicated with supervisors and other personnel to review and discuss process changes.
Operated chemical processing equipment successfully while adhering to company standards.
Education
Bachelor Of Computer Science - Cyber Security
UAGC
2023
A associates degree - chemical operations
United States Army
2004
Skills
Staff Meetings
Professional Relationships
Data Analysis
Financial Efficiency
Auditing
AS400
Microsoft Tools
Onsite Support
IBM Notes
Best Practices
Music, Drones, Technology
When not working, I enjoy music, drone flying, and almost all parts of anything dealing with technology.