Keith Schroeder
St Charles,MO
Summary
Proven leader in freight logistics, enhancing operational efficiency and ensuring safety compliance. Expertise in contract negotiation, budget management, and customer relationship development drives superior service delivery.
Overview
1
1
Certification
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
Midwest Freight, LLC
Saint Charles, Missouri
03.2007 - 03.2024
- Managed daily operations of business, including hiring and training staff.
- Managed daily operations of freight logistics and transportation services, improving service delivery.
- Oversaw budgeting and financial management.
- Oversaw staff scheduling and coordinated training programs for new employees.
- Implemented safety protocols and compliance measures across all operational aspects.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Cultivated client relationships, resulting in increased satisfaction and loyalty.
- Maintained relationships with existing clients by providing superior customer service.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers, optimizing cost efficiency and resource allocation.
- Conducted regular assessments of transportation routes for efficiency improvements.
- Identified new opportunities for growth and expansion, contributing to business diversification.
- Provided direction and guidance to employees.
- Possessed a Class A driver's license, enabling operation of heavy trucks and vehicles.
Education
Bachelor of Communications - Business
Maryville University of Saint Louis
St. Louis, MO05-1993
Skills
- Freight logistics
- Safety compliance
- Operations management
- Budget management
- Contract negotiation
- Client relationship management
- Customer relations
- Team management
- Team oversight
- Staff training
- Business management
- Crisis management
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Effective communication
- Dispute resolution
- Relationship building
Certification
- Class A License
Affiliations
- Hunting, Fishing, Auto Racing
Timeline
Owner
Midwest Freight, LLC
03.2007 - 03.2024
Bachelor of Communications - Business
Maryville University of Saint Louis