Jon Bredemeier
Roseville,CA
Summary
10+ years logistics experience routing multiple transportation modes, distribution centers, and states Advanced knowledge of both Descartes and Oracle and logistics and warehouse management systems Proven tract record of success in both inbound and outbound freight management Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects at once while not sacrificing quality of workmanship. Establishes positive relationships with carriers and representatives through communication and coordination skills. Competent in route planning and shipment method determination.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Routing Specialist & Logistics Coordinator
Southwest Traders Inc
08.2003 - Current
- Use Descartes system to route 100+ trucks aligning delivery times with customer needs and optimal driver performance
- Increase sales volume by over $200,000 annually by developing service to remotely routed customers
- Eliminated over 20,000 miles of deadhead annually by aligning night routes with 3rd party backhaul
- Led launch of new “Oracle” software and headed 6 month training for transportation and routing departments
- Analyze financial impact of proposed logistics changes, such as route changes, product volumes or mixes, backhaul, and fuel prices
- Integrate routing changes to positively impact bottom line
- Collaborate with multiple departments to integrate logistics with business systems or processes, such as customer sales, order management, accounting, and warehousing
- Work closely with purchasing team to ensure backhaul availability in order to reduce deadhead miles and increase route profitability
- Posses advanced knowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT) policies and ensure compliance with all applicable local and out of state laws
- Serve as liaison between internal departments, often providing pro-active problem solving and solutions to potential problems
- Conduct training, development, and coaching of new staff to ensure new employee success.
- Packed, secured, labeled and applied postage to materials to prepare items for shipment
- Verified orders by comparing names and quantity of items packaged with shipping documents
- Sorted and delivered materials to different work areas and staff
- Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods
- Rejected damaged items, recorded shortages and corresponded with shippers to rectify issues
- Worked effectively with shippers to resolve shipment issues, damaged materials and shortages
- Handled day-to-day shipping and receiving overseeing more than 35k packages per day
- Communicated with carrier representatives, arranging for special deliveries and shipment receipts
- Corresponded with carrier representatives to make arrangements and provide instructions for shipment and delivery of orders
- Supported reporting, accounting and recordkeeping staff with accurate updates regarding shipment information
- Partnered with representatives from different carriers to arrange materials shipments
- Maintained up-to-date price lists to accurately calculate shipping, shortage and demurrage costs
- Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift and hand trucks
- Processed required paperwork to expedite handling of shipped and received goods
- Monitored inventory to maintain sufficient supply levels to meet business and customer needs
- Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to identify discrepancies with records
- Compared shipping orders and invoices against contents received to verify accuracy
- Handled day-to-day shipping and receiving overseeing more than [Number] packages per day
- Drafted and managed work and shipping orders, bills of lading, and shipping route materials for accurate and compliant recordkeeping
- Conducted research to address shipping errors and packaging mistakes
- Requisitioned new supplies and maintained storage areas for smooth department operations
- Factored shipping procedures, rates and routes in making determinations on best shipping methods for materials
Transportation Manager
Southwest Traders
02.2018 - Current
- Supervised department personnel by assigning and directing daily tasks as well as evaluating performance to enhance productivity and resolve problems.
- Organized records of vehicles, schedules and completed orders.
- Observed staff to review compliance and safety to minimize losses due to violations or damage.
- Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
- Oversaw team of [Number] drivers by reviewing performance to promote timely and efficient deliveries and operations.
- Researched distance, traffic patterns and other aspects to determine cost-effective and productive routes for deliveries.
- Prepared and updated employees' daily work schedules and resolved delivery problems.
- Communicated with customer service and sales teams to improve productivity and service ratings.
- Developed SLA's for carriers and logistics providers, meeting defined requirements through daily management and process improvements.
- Assessed and targeted customer needs to forge and cultivate productive relationships and maintain top satisfaction levels.
- Collaborated with planner to schedule and implement backhaul processes to meet third-party backhaul goals.
- Planned and supervised shipments from production to end-user and scheduled daily and weekly routes.
- Directed activities of staff performing repairs and maintenance to equipment, vehicles, and facilities.
- Employed Six Sigma standards to save [Number] overtime hours for substantial savings in labor costs.
- Developed criteria, application instructions, procedural manuals, and contracts for federal and state public transportation programs.
- Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
- Created and enforced detailed organization processes to increase quality and service standards.
- Reviewed and negotiated contracts with carriers to optimize shipping costs.
- Tracked production and quality control systems to proactively identify deficiencies.
Operations Supervisor
04.2002 - 08.2003
- Utilized six sigma quality tactics to ensure product integrity and reduction in number of mis-picked items resulting in overall fill-rate improvement accuracy from 94.5% to 99.7%
- Coordinated with procurement department to ensure a just-in-time inventory system and reduce shrink rate by $17,000 annually
- Completed activities related to loss prevention including investigation accidents, injuries, and fraud
- Ensured “safety first – inspection ready” mentality resulting in high OSHA compliance zero accidents
- Worked closely with executive management team, providing operational problem solving and feedback for strategic planning and lean systems management
- Designed innovative tracking programs to analyze operations, set goals, and deliver increased efficiency.
- Evaluated team member performance and productivity, provided feedback and implemented corrective actions
- Motivated and trained employees to maximize team productivity
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets
- Compiled training materials for new employees and tracked skill development
- Enforced regulatory and company policy compliance to improve workplace and employee safety and readiness
Lead Order Selector
01.2001 - 04.2002
- Led team of 25 order selectors in proper selection of warehouse items ensuring timely and accurate selection and fulfillment of orders
- Maintained 99%+ accuracy and 100% of orders shipped on time
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- Prepared orders by processing requests, pulled materials from warehouse, packed boxes, and prepared shipments
- Operated warehouse equipment and reported instances of safety code violations to management to reduce risk of accidents
- Built pallets and positioned orders on loading dock to safely pile and ship goods
- Performed proper lifting and handling techniques to maintain safe working environment
Education
High School Diploma -
Murrieta Valley High School
Murrieta, CA06.1997
Skills
- Organizational Standards
- Coordinating Personnel
- Handheld Scanners
- Inventory Monitoring and Management
- Routing Software
- Warehouse Operations
- System Updating
- Route Deliveries
- Update Databases
- DOT Compliance
- DOT Standards
- Driver Routing
- Routing Optimization
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Transportation Manager
Southwest Traders
02.2018 - Current
Routing Specialist & Logistics Coordinator
Southwest Traders Inc
08.2003 - Current
Operations Supervisor
04.2002 - 08.2003
Lead Order Selector
01.2001 - 04.2002
High School Diploma -
Murrieta Valley High School
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