Keith Styles
Lincoln Park,Michigan
Summary
Solutions-driven logistics and operations management specialist leveraging comprehensive shipping logistics expertise and end-to-end supply chain ready, scalable warehouse solutions to support a portfolio of the world’s leading logistics firms, retailers, suppliers, and manufacturers.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager
Ficel Transport
Flat Rock, MI
08.2024 - 03.2026
- Streamlined operational processes, enhancing efficiency and reducing turnaround times.
- Developed and implemented safety protocols, ensuring compliance across all transportation activities.
- Managed logistics scheduling, optimizing resource allocation for timely deliveries.
- Led cross-functional teams to improve service delivery and customer satisfaction ratings.
- Analyzed performance metrics, identifying areas for process improvements and cost reductions.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
Terminal Manager
SHARP TRANSIT, LLC.
Webberville, MI
07.2015 - 08.2024
- Oversee trucking operations for cost-effectiveness, compliance with standard operating procedures (SOPs), and occupational health and safety (OH&S) regulations; all while resolving daily logistics complications. Supervise 85 site operatives, serve as point of contact (POC) and arbitrator for dispute resolution. Train new hires and drivers regarding administrative obligations and how to interpret route schedules.
- Select Contributions:
- Increased first-year revenues by over 35%.
- Awarded 2019’s “Safety Terminal of the Year.”
- Boasted zero safety-related incidents in 2019.
- Established Aldi’s new countrywide record for on-time service delivery.
Part-time Firefighter
MILLERS FERRY FIRE DEPARTMENT
Salisbury, NC
01.2012 - 05.2018
- Contributed to firefighting and rescue operations by responding to hazardous material emergencies and—when prompted by the call of duty—entered buildings/vehicles to fight fires, rescue, and tend the injured through application of EMT (emergency medical technician) first aid techniques. Participated in numerous training drills and earned qualifications in firefighting (apparatus, tools, and equipment); hydraulics; first aid; and emergency medicine to EMT standards.
- Facilitated facilities and equipment upkeep through participation in daily preventative maintenance programs; these entailed executing scheduled inspections and repairs; troubleshooting malfunctions, as per manufacturer guidelines; escalating requests for repairs to superiors, when required; and monitoring the fire station’s overall infrastructure—building and grounds—for improvement opportunities.
- Ensured access to water at fire scenes by testing hydrants and regulating water pressure, alongside requesting, expediting, and verifying hydrant repairs. Mitigated fire-related expense by promptly responding to alarms and operating firefighting vehicles and equipment, such as fire hoses and extinguishers.
- Select Contributions:
- Honored as Firefighter of the Year in 2013 and 2015.
- Battalion chief-nominated and community-elected to assume an executive seat on the board of directors.
Production Manager
WALK-ON PRODUCTS, Inc.
Salisbury, NC
09.2013 - 06.2015
- Coordinated full production life cycles for a carpet padding manufacturer. Provided strategic planning, budgeting, production scheduling, and daily performance management of personnel and facilities. Monitored plant safety, quality assurance (QA), the achievement of production quotas, and consistent on-time delivery. Managed the maintenance schedule and drafted daily performance reports.
- Select Contribution:
- Documented zero reportable, or lost-time, injuries for the full duration of a 4-year tenure.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
American Military University
Charles Town, WVSkills
- Strategic Business Planning
- Cross-functional Leadership
- Tracking Revenue Drivers
- Supply Chain Management
- Cross-border Transactions
- Actionable Recommendation
- Contract Negotiations
- Insurance Claim Resolution
Additional Experience
Retired Master Sergeant (MSG) (E-8), United States Army, Senior Transportation Manager: Hand-selected by top brass to instruct leadership development courses. Participated in several deployments abroad and was awarded more than 20 medals including a Bronze Star, six Army Commendation Medals, Non-commissioned Officer (NCO) of the Year, and many other military decorations.
Leadership Schools
Primary Leadership Development Course; Basic Non-commissioned Officers Course; Senior Leaders Course; Battle Staff Non-commissioned Officers Course; Total Army Instructor Course; Small Group Instructor Course; Instructor Trainer Course; Structured Self-development Course, Levels 1, 2, 3 & 4
Military Specialty Schools
Railway Crewmember (MOS: 88U); Motor Transport Operator (MOS: 88M); Railway Equipment Repairer (MOS: 88P); Modern Army Combatives Program (MACP) Instructor, Levels 1 & 2
Timeline
Operations Manager
Ficel Transport
08.2024 - 03.2026
Terminal Manager
SHARP TRANSIT, LLC.
07.2015 - 08.2024
Production Manager
WALK-ON PRODUCTS, Inc.
09.2013 - 06.2015
Part-time Firefighter
MILLERS FERRY FIRE DEPARTMENT
01.2012 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
American Military University