JOSE BENITEZ
Grand Prairie,TX
Summary
Results-driven logistics professional with 10+ years of experience in transportation, dispatching, warehouse operations, and material coordination. Proven ability to optimize freight movement, manage driver operations, and maintain accurate inventory systems in fast-paced environments. Strong focus on efficiency, safety, and on-time delivery performance.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
City Dispatcher
Saia
Dallas, Texas
04.2023 - Current
- Coordinate daily pickup and delivery operations to ensure efficient freight movement
- Assign drivers and optimize routes to meet customer demands and deadlines
- Monitor shipment status and provide real-time updates to customers
- Supervise loading/unloading operations to ensure accuracy and safety
- Train new drivers and conduct road tests
- Maintain shipping data and driver logs in internal systems
Dock Worker / Commercial P&D Driver
Saia
Dallas, Texas
10.2016 - 04.2023
- Operated tractor-trailers for timely pickup and delivery of freight
- Loaded and unloaded shipments using forklifts and manual equipment
- Inspected freight for damage and ensured proper handling procedures
- Maintained accurate delivery and shipment records
- Supported dock operations to improve workflow efficiency
Material Coordinator
Halliburton
Carrollton, Texas
07.2011 - 05.2017
- Managed inventory levels and ensured accurate tracking of materials
- Coordinated incoming and outgoing shipments with vendors and internal teams
- Maintained organized warehouse storage systems for efficiency
- Monitored order fulfillment to support on-time delivery
- Ensured compliance with safety and operational procedures
Shipping Lead
Poly America
Grand Prairie, Texas
09.2006 - 07.2011
- Oversaw daily shipping operations and ensured compliance with safety protocols.
- Coordinated with logistics teams to optimize shipping schedules and routes.
- Managed inventory levels and maintained accurate records of outgoing shipments.
Education
High School Diploma -
Nimitz High School
Skills
- Dispatch & Routing Operations
- Freight & Load Planning
- Warehouse Operations
- Inventory Management
- Forklift Operation
- Transportation Safety Compliance
- Driver Supervision & Training
- Shipping & Receiving
- Problem Solving & Coordination
- Customer Service
Timeline
City Dispatcher
Saia
04.2023 - Current
Dock Worker / Commercial P&D Driver
Saia
10.2016 - 04.2023
Material Coordinator
Halliburton
07.2011 - 05.2017
Shipping Lead
Poly America
09.2006 - 07.2011
High School Diploma -
Nimitz High School