Joshua Bradt
Greenwood
Summary
Knowledgeable transportation and logistics professional with nearly a decade of experience. Educated in logistics and operations management and highly motivated for success. Quick learner who is open to new experiences. Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
MANAGER of Train Operations
CSX Transportation
07.2023 - 07.2024
- Responsible for the fluidity of train and rail operations throughout the terminal
- Manage people and equipment assets to provide the most utilization
- Communicate with senior management regarding projections and delays
- Act as a liaison between crew members and corporate
- Promote safety through presence, coaching and in-person testing.
OPERATIONS MANAGER
TFSL Trucking
08.2021 - 07.2023
- Collaborated with senior management to develop KPIs, build operating dashboards and monitor performance
- Maintained onsite presence to oversee operations and verify compliance with company operational standards
- Monitored industry trends to identify and incorporate new business strategies and technologies
- Monitored driver performance and coached driver team members on areas needing improvement.
OPERATIONS MANAGER
Dancor Transit
07.2020 - 07.2021
- Compiled, analyzed and reported on internal and market data to refine operations approaches
- Prepared operating and capital budgets, reviewed expenditures and implemented corrective action plans
- Influenced senior level decision-making with accounting, personnel and sales expertise
- Supervised daily operations by recommending improvements, noting areas for concern and rewarding exceptional results.
PRODUCTION OPERATOR
Owens Corning
01.2020 - 07.2020
- Cleaned assigned work areas and equipment to keep spaces organized for upcoming shifts
- Observed departmental safety rules and safe job practices to prevent injuries to staff
- Obtained product samples and delivered to quality control personnel for assessment
- Performed lock-outs and tag-outs and released equipment to maintenance for repairs.
OPERATIONS MANAGER
Central Arkansas Recycling and Disposal
09.2019 - 01.2020
- Anticipated operational needs for cost-effective labor scheduling
- Set KPI targets to enhance customer service experience
- Established new customer relationships to generate more business and enhance profitability
- Completed performance reviews and submitted promotional suggestions to upper-level management.
LOAD PLANNER
USA Truck
07.2018 - 09.2019
- Coordinated shipments and worked with all vendors and suppliers to manage complex shipping and receiving schedules
- Interfaced with internal departments to monitor order status, facilitate timely delivery and resolve logistics issues
- Responsible for customer trailer pools within assigned geographical region
- Planned shipments within assigned geographical region to ensure on-time delivery in accordance with driver hours of service and transit times.
CUSTOMER SOLUTIONS COORDINATOR
ArcBest
04.2017 - 05.2019
- Serve as a point of contact for carriers and customers
- Provide conflict resolution regarding transportation issues between internal and external customers as well as freight carriers
- Provide excellent customer service through clear and precise communication
- Provide training for new and less tenured employees.
TRUCKLOAD FULFILLMENT COORDINATOR
ABF Logistics (ArcBest Subsidiary)
10.2015 - 04.2017
- Negotiated rates with freight carriers to gain maximum profitability
- Track and trace shipments with assigned carriers to ensure on-time pick-up and delivery of all loads
- Create KPI reports to track and monitor individual and team goals in terms of revenue and margin
- Resolve complex issues arising between carriers, shippers and receivers or customers to ensure all parties are satisfied with the end result.
LOGISTICS COORDINATOR
Arkoma Energy Services
12.2012 - 10.2015
- Managed rush orders and changes to meet client expectations
- Built and strengthened relationships with customer's key personnel involved in logistics activities
- Reported project plans, progress and results
- Resolved and communicated transit delays to maximize satisfaction.
Education
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE - LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT -
Arkansas Tech University
Russellville, AR05.2019
Skills
- Performance optimization
- Operations oversight
- Team building and leadership
- Fleet oversight
- Transportation coordination
- Logistics planning
- Rate Negotiation
- Problem-solving
Timeline
MANAGER of Train Operations
CSX Transportation
07.2023 - 07.2024
OPERATIONS MANAGER
TFSL Trucking
08.2021 - 07.2023
OPERATIONS MANAGER
Dancor Transit
07.2020 - 07.2021
PRODUCTION OPERATOR
Owens Corning
01.2020 - 07.2020
OPERATIONS MANAGER
Central Arkansas Recycling and Disposal
09.2019 - 01.2020
LOAD PLANNER
USA Truck
07.2018 - 09.2019
CUSTOMER SOLUTIONS COORDINATOR
ArcBest
04.2017 - 05.2019
TRUCKLOAD FULFILLMENT COORDINATOR
ABF Logistics (ArcBest Subsidiary)
10.2015 - 04.2017
LOGISTICS COORDINATOR
Arkoma Energy Services
12.2012 - 10.2015
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE - LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT -
Arkansas Tech University