Kelly McCarthy
Streamwood,IL
Summary
Experienced Logistics Specialist with a meticulous and dedicated approach to ensuring the smooth flow of goods. Proficient in coordinating both inbound and outbound schedules, possessing a deep understanding of logistics operations. Strong emphasis on organization and forward-thinking, excelling in collaborating with team members to achieve optimal outcomes.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Transportation Analyst
CPC Logistics
08.2017 - 08.2024
- Obtain rates from carriers for new lanes and setup lane for load tendering
- Investigate product overage, shortage and damage; complete appropriate documentation and file carrier claims as needed
- Establish and maintain carrier routing for shipments between distribution centers, manufacturing plants, customers, vendors and all nodes within the transportation network
- Work with dispatchers assigned to origin facilities (plants and distribution centers) to schedule and/or reschedule delivery appointments for all loads
- Reduced overall transportation costs with strategic planning and route optimization.
- Assisted in developing budgets for transportation activities, monitoring expenses closely to maintain financial control.
- Managed relationships with carriers, maintaining a reliable network of service providers for various shipping needs.
Fleet Planner/Driver Manager
CPC Logistics
08.2003 - 08.2024
- Planning, scheduling, and coordinating day-to-day operations of Pfizer Local Fleet trucks
- Track and adjust current daily schedule to maintain on time deliveries and to accommodate changes due to breakdowns, changes in inbound fright priorities, and other unforeseen circumstances
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align goals and ensure project success.
- Prioritized schedules to meet project goals and overall customer satisfaction.
- Presented progress reports regularly to senior management during project updates meetings.
- Coordinated with drivers to organize timely pickup and delivery.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through consistent communication and excellent service, resulting in repeat business.
Private Fleet Over the Road Planner
CPC Logistics
08.2004 - 09.2017
- Planning, scheduling, coordinating the day-to-day operations transportations over the road Fleet trucks: running out of Austin, TX, Jacksonville, FL, Rocky Mount, NC and Charlotte NC
- Build week-to-week routes for approximately 50 trucks to assure an efficient and profitable operation
- Presented progress reports regularly to senior management during project updates meetings.
- Track and schedule import and export shipments from overseas to support Abbott Dominican and Costa Rica Plants
Private Fleet Dispatcher
CPC Logistics
08.2003 - 08.2004
- On Call 24 hours for over 70 drivers
- Payroll, calculating total miles and hours spent throughout the week
- Track driver routes to assure approved routing was being followed
- Reduced fuel costs by monitoring driver performance and implementing fuel-saving strategies.
- Scheduled and tracked movements of owned and rented equipment.
- Dispatched calls for emergency and routine driver call-outs.
- Enhanced fleet efficiency by optimizing routes and schedules for timely deliveries.
Education
Bachelor - Supply Chain & Logistics
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ06.2012
Associate of Applied Business - Business
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ06-2008
Skills
- Customer Service
- Problem Solving
- Attention to detail
- Communication
- Supply Chain & Logistics
- SAP
- Warehouse Management
- Freight Experience
- Invoicing and shipping documentation
- Transportation operations
- ORACLE / TMS
Timeline
Transportation Analyst
CPC Logistics
08.2017 - 08.2024
Private Fleet Over the Road Planner
CPC Logistics
08.2004 - 09.2017
Fleet Planner/Driver Manager
CPC Logistics
08.2003 - 08.2024
Private Fleet Dispatcher
CPC Logistics
08.2003 - 08.2004
Bachelor - Supply Chain & Logistics
University of Phoenix
Associate of Applied Business - Business
University of Phoenix
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