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Lorraine T Smith
Paralegal, Business Management, Entrepreneur, Transportation Driver,
Romeoville ,IL
Summary
Punctual Driver with unprecedented talents in truck operations, loading and unloading and route coordination. Experience in operating and driving various trucks to transport goods and materials. Committed to ensuring delivery within specified timeframes. Safety-focused individual possessing outstanding driving record. Proactive, reliable and dedicated to cost-effective transportation of goods and materials. Excellent record of punctuality and work ethic. Hardworking employee enthusiastic about learning logistics field inside and out. Pursues opportunities to learn new skills and contribute to group success. Offers strong administrative, relationship-building and problem-solving abilities. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Transportation Driver
Amazon
Romeoville, IL
09.2018 - Current
- Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
- Achieved consistent safety targets by adjusting driving to different road and traffic conditions, balancing loads and avoiding dangerous driving actions.
- Answered, scheduled and responded to reservation calls at specific times and locations.
- Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
- Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
- Upheld high standards of professionalism and discretion when working with high-value clients.
Business Owner/Operator
Dolls 1 Hair And Nails
Chicago, IL
02.2008 - 08.2019
- Devised and deployed sales and marketing tactics to drive strategic growth and support achievement of revenue goals.
- Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
- Served as primary point-of-contact with suppliers and contractors to achieve inventory expectations.
- Spearheaded business-related aims to meet tactical planning initiatives.
- Oversaw end-to-end business processes to maintain proficiency and profitability.
- Led screening, hiring and staff scheduling to maintain compliance with group goals.
- Fostered CRM initiatives by promoting environment of interpersonal communication and customer service.
- Entered income and expense details into business databases to track purchases and address variances.
- Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns and transaction reports.
- Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
Warehouse Associate
Amazon
Crest Hill, IL
02.2017 - 09.2018
- Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to verify accuracy and prevent errors.
- Alternated goods in inventory by observing first-in and first-out approach to keep shelves organized and properly stocked.
- Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies.
- Streamlined material delivery processes which increased efficiency and reduced downtime.
- Maintained warehouse accessibility and safety for customer traffic by discarding empty boxes and removing obstacles from aisles.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
South Suburban College of Cook County
South Holland, IL 04.1999 - 04.1999
Certification - Paralegal Studies
Stratford Career Institute
Virgilina, VA 08.2014 - 11.2016
Skills
Sap
Route logs
Order picking and processing
GPS and route planning
Vehicle inspections
Equipment operation
Shipping and packaging
Database Management
Processes and procedures
Materials transport
Equipment monitoring
Transportation
Safe driver training
Effective communication skills
Dependable and reliable
Customer rapport
City and non-city driving
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised team of 38 staff members.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
Affiliations
- Freemason
Software
SAP
Yardi
Interests
Real Estate
Travel
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
Business opportunities are like buses, there’s always another one coming.
Richard Branson
Timeline
Transportation Driver
Amazon
09.2018 - Current
Warehouse Associate
Amazon
02.2017 - 09.2018
Certification - Paralegal Studies
Stratford Career Institute
08.2014 - 11.2016
Business Owner/Operator
Dolls 1 Hair And Nails
02.2008 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
South Suburban College of Cook County
04.1999 - 04.1999