KELLY LAMSON
Transportation/Logistics
Stuart,FL
Summary
Successful Management professional with a demonstrated history of working in the transportation/trucking/warehousing industry. Skilled in Transportation Strategies, Operations Management, Logistics Management, Project Management and Distribution Systems.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Driver Manager
Walpole Inc
Okeechobee, FL
10.2022 - Current
- Addressed driver communications and provided required data to drivers.
- Developed and maintained long-term, positive relationships with assigned drivers to enhance morale and productivity.
- Counseled drivers on violations of company policy or service standards to improve performance.
- Directed activities of staff performing repairs and maintenance to equipment, vehicles, and facilities.
- Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
- Collaborated with manufacturing and supply chain management.
- Communicate, plan, negotiate and problem solve with customers striving for 100% customer satisfaction.
- Aid in cost cutting measures company wide.
- Identified process breakdowns and developed improvement plans to resolve
Class A CDL Driver
Walpole Inc
Okeechobee, FL
09.2021 - 10.2022
- Utilized a semi tractor trailer truck in the state of Florida.
- Kept in close contact with dispatch team to make quick route adjustments and add new stops.
- Met DOT requirements by maintaining current records and documenting reportable incidents.
- Completed deliveries on-schedule by planning good routes and efficiently completing transfers.
General Manager
Alpha-Zeta Enterprises,Inc
Stuart, FL
01.2021 - 07.2021
- Directed all aspects of day to day operations including but not limited to all external operational functions and assisted ownership as required.
- Engaged and managed all aspects of operations, personnel, and customer service.
- Developed, implemented and managed budgets, P&L's, company policies and procedures.
- Maintained managerial oversight off all operating systems and infrastructure to provide most effectual use of labor and delivery of company's quality mantra.
- Promoted culture of high performance and continuous improvement that values learning and commitment.
- Responsibilities included identify, interviewing, hiring, training and retaining employees, planning, organizing work schedules, problem solving and appraising performance in honest and respectful manner.
Transportation Manager
Treasure Coast Food Bank
Ft. Pierce, FL
05.2020 - 01.2021
- Monitored and evaluated Transportation Departments team performance ensuring timely and accurate completion of tasks.
- Developed and maintained strong transportation metrics to ensure ongoing, continuous improvement.
- Utilized fleet management software.
- Coached staff members to develop, train, motivate, and encourage staff for continued process improvement.
- Ensured department was staffed appropriately by hiring strong team members and developing existing staff.
- Conducted transportation safety training and workplace practices complaint with DOT and OSHA regulations.
- Managed all fleet maintenance practices.
Director of Transportation
Lancer Transportation & Logistics Inc
Springfield, MA
03.2014 - 11.2019
- Lead, directed and managed operations staff and drivers including hiring, training, evaluating, coaching and counseling towards continuous improvement.
- Developed and executed operations strategic direction.(i.e. Short and long term range plans, objectives, and projections).
- Interpret and comply with DOT and FMCSA regulations and standards.
- Oversee management of physical assets and maintenance schedules.
- Manage relationships with direct customers, freight brokers and cultivate new business opportunities. Negotiate rates with brokers.
Transportation Operations Manager
Winding Brook Transportation Services
Milford, VA
12.1996 - 03.2014
- Developed company procedures and ensured company, DOT, and FMCSA regulations and procedures were followed.
- Responsibilities encompassed direct daily delivery operations, staffing and resources to accomplish delivery schedules.
- Managed daily Warehouse Operations including operations management, facility operations, and shipping and receiving logistics.
- Directed all AP/AR functions including P&L. Managed operational and fleet expenses.
- Trained and coached new and current employees on understanding and managing DOT and FMSCA regulations.
- Made frequent vehicle inspections for quality assurance.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness
Education
Computer Science
Asnuntuck Community College
Enfield, CTBusiness Administration And Management
Westfield State University
Westfield, MASkills
Distribution and warehousing
Logistics Management
Staff Management
Carrier negotiations
Continuous Improvement
Shipping and receiving
Warehouse Logistics
Materials management
Transportation activity management
Staff supervision
Performance maximization
Budget control
Timeline
Driver Manager
Walpole Inc
10.2022 - Current
Class A CDL Driver
Walpole Inc
09.2021 - 10.2022
General Manager
Alpha-Zeta Enterprises,Inc
01.2021 - 07.2021
Transportation Manager
Treasure Coast Food Bank
05.2020 - 01.2021
Director of Transportation
Lancer Transportation & Logistics Inc
03.2014 - 11.2019
Transportation Operations Manager
Winding Brook Transportation Services
12.1996 - 03.2014
Computer Science
Asnuntuck Community College
Business Administration And Management
Westfield State University