Lameka Taylor
Mcdonough,United States
Summary
Highly driven and accomplished logistic company owner with a successful track record of managing multiple businesses. Proven expertise in logistics, supply chain management, and strategic planning. Adept at identifying opportunities for growth and implementing effective strategies to expand business operations. Skilled in building and nurturing strong relationships with clients, vendors, and stakeholders. Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire teams to achieve exceptional results. Committed to delivering superior customer service, optimizing processes, and driving profitability. Seeking new challenges and opportunities to apply my entrepreneurial spirit and drive for success in building a thriving logistics enterprise.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Logistics Executive
2 Girlz Trucking
McDonough, GA
09.2020 - Current
- Provided training for new dispatchers on company policies and procedures as well as best practices for scheduling routes.
- Conducted weekly meetings with staff to discuss current issues or changes in policy or procedure.
- Created reports detailing fleet utilization, costs per mile, hour, load, employee productivity metrics.
- Ensured all vehicles were equipped with necessary tools prior to departure from warehouse.
- Oversaw the onboarding process for new drivers; conducted interviews, reviewed background checks and ensured completion of required documents prior to hire date.
- Evaluated existing processes related to routing systems software upgrades and implementations.
- Served as primary contact for external vendors providing transportation services.
- Established and maintained positive relations with drivers, creating work environment to embrace, promote and lead continuous improvement efforts.
- Tracked and scheduled preventive maintenance services for trucks and heavy equipment statewide through inside company mechanics and outside vendors.
- Completed human resources duties by hiring, terminating and conducting performance reviews and onboarding classes.
- Analyzed and reported on GPS tracking reports in effort to create efficiencies regarding conserving fuel, reducing idle time.
- Processed accounts receivable, accounts payable and payroll, utilizing in-house software.
Business Owner
Studio Hair’Tique
Los Angeles, CA
05.2001 - 08.2020
- Maintained salon finances, including budgeting, payroll and bookkeeping.
- Organized and scheduled appointments for clients using software systems.
- Created marketing strategies to increase clientele and expand the business.
- Managed staff by recruiting, training and coaching employees.
- Developed service packages for customers seeking a variety of treatments.
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure repeat business from satisfied clients.
- Ordered supplies and equipment needed for daily operations.
- Resolved customer complaints quickly and efficiently while maintaining professionalism.
- Analyzed financial reports on a monthly basis to identify areas of improvement in the business.
- Adhered to state laws and regulations regarding licensure, sanitation standards.
Design Consultant
Office Design Group
Culver City, CA
09.1994 - 01.1997
- Developed innovative design concepts for a variety of clients.
- Collaborated with clients to identify design needs and develop creative solutions.
- Researched industry trends and competitors' designs to inform strategies and decisions.
- Produced detailed mock-ups of proposed designs for client approval.
- Provided feedback on the functionality, usability, and aesthetics of existing products.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.
- Attended meetings and provided input on ideas for upcoming projects.
- Kept clients' budget in mind while preparing projects and consistently stayed under budget.
- Made sure all ideas were unique and proposed several options to clients suitable to unique needs and requirements.
Education
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Los Angeles Trade Technical College
Los Angeles, CA06-1995
Skills
- Transportation Management
- Operations Management
- Transportation Logistics
- Expense reduction
Timeline
Logistics Executive
2 Girlz Trucking
09.2020 - Current
Business Owner
Studio Hair’Tique
05.2001 - 08.2020
Design Consultant
Office Design Group
09.1994 - 01.1997
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Los Angeles Trade Technical College
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