Vice President of Operations
Joshua Daniel
Florida Rock & Tank Lines
Williamson,GA
20
years of professional experience
Executive Leader experienced in driving operational success within transportation organizations across North America. Achieved sustainable business growth by stabilizing underperforming operations, enhancing profitability, and fostering cultures of accountability and continuous improvement. Focused on developing talent, strengthening customer relationships, and executing impactful strategies that deliver measurable financial and operational results.
Work History
Vice President of Operations
1 Year 9 Months- Received 2025 Florida Trucking Association Fleet Safety Award.
- Improved profitability by 13% last year through cost reduction, efficiency gains, rate increases, and profitable growth.
- Helped reduce incident ratio by 30% year over year through safety initiatives.
- Coordinated technology upgrades for drivers and back-office operations, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Guided area managers in setting clear goals and implementing measurement systems to improve decision-making.
- Streamlined interdepartmental communication, aligning teams with company objectives. to keep teams aligned with company goals.
- Set performance goals and shared tactics to support milestone completion.
- Diversified business offerings to counter seasonality in key markets.
- Supported fleet of owner operators and company drivers.
Director of Bulk Transportation
3 Years 1 Month- Coordinated transportation and transloading operations across Trimac's freight network to enhance service delivery.
- Closed and onboarded $35M in new business in 2024.
- Managed full P&L and improved OR by 15% over 24 months.
- Contributed to budget reviews, forecasts, and resource planning for departmental functions to ensure financial alignment.
- Managed relationships with fleet of Owner Operators and Company Drivers to optimize operational performance.
- Completed rail yard improvements in Fairburn that increased rail car capacity by more than 25%.
- Earned J.R. Bud McCaig Safety Award for safest, most accident-free miles in company in 2024.
Atlanta Bulk Terminal Manager
11 Months- Received recognition for outstanding contributions as a newcomer in 2021.
- Supported freight and fleet operations for second-largest bulk carrier in North America.
- Grew new business revenue by 35% during COVID freight recession.
- Achieved 99.78% on-time delivery rate.
- Developed and implemented division strategies that maximized productivity and profitability.
- Supported Lease Purchase, Owner Operators, and Company Drivers.
Director of Transportation
1 Year 5 Months- Ensured DOT compliance, safety standards, and accurate transportation paperwork.
- Developed and implemented SOPs and guidelines for the transportation department.
- Monitored fleet readiness and coordinated maintenance scheduling for optimal equipment availability.
- Analyzed corporate logistics to identify cost-effective and efficient product transport methods.
- Prepared detailed reports on fleet performance, fuel use, maintenance costs, and related topics.
Transportation Manager
5 Years 5 Months- Oversaw startup and management of two new terminal locations, enhancing service capacity and regional coverage.
- Supervised operations across multiple locations in the Southeast region.
- Improved safety culture and improved DOT recordable accident ratio 25%
- Reduced operating costs by 15% by negotiating new contracts with key suppliers.
- Expanded business reach by developing new market opportunities, contributing to overall growth strategy.
Operations Manager
11 Months- Managed daily operations through strategic planning, aligning short- and long-term goals with business plan and profitability objectives.
- Reduced turnover and increased driver count 30% over 12 months through recruiting support and onboarding follow-up.
- Analyzed operational reports to pinpoint delays, service gaps, and process inefficiencies, facilitating targeted improvements.
- Brought in $5M in new business through client outreach and account support.
Staff Sergeant
6 Years 9 Months- Deployed with Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC) in support of War on Terror.
- Supported successful deployments to Iraq, Afghanistan, and South Korea, enhancing operational readiness.
- Managed motorpool assets valued at $250M in vehicles and equipment.
- Coordinated VIP movements during combat operations, ensuring safety and efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Logistics And Supply Chain Management
Associate of Science - Logistics And Supply Chain Management
Skills
Fleet operations management
Profit and loss management
DOT compliance
Operational analytics
Safety management
Process optimization
Market expansion
Team leadership
Performance management
Timeline
Vice President of Operations
Florida Rock & Tank Lines
02.2025 - CurrentRead More
Director of Bulk Transportation
Trimac Transportation
01.2022 - 02.2025Read More
Atlanta Bulk Terminal Manager
Quality Carriers
02.2021 - 01.2022Read More
Director of Transportation
Liquid Services and Logistics
09.2019 - 02.2021Read More
Transportation Manager
Birmingham Hide &Tallow
04.2014 - 09.2019Read More
Operations Manager
Weaver Transportation
05.2013 - 04.2014Read More
Staff Sergeant
United States Army
08.2006 - 05.2013Read More
Kennesaw State University
Bachelor of Science from Logistics And Supply Chain Management
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West Georgia Technical College
Associate of Science from Logistics And Supply Chain Management
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