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Makel Fountain

Bethlehem,PA

Summary

Seasoned Director of Operations at J.B. Hunt Transport, adept in enhancing organizational efficiencies and leading high-performing teams. Demonstrated expertise in financial planning and operational improvements, achieving significant profitability. Excels in interpersonal communication and MS Office, ensuring meticulous attention to detail and robust problem-solving capabilities.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Operations

J.B. Hunt Transport
10.2019 - Current
  • Responsible for regularly evaluating organizational efficiencies and making necessary changes to maximize employee productivity
  • Consulting with departmental leaders to develop financial plans, budgets, and operational procedures to ensure region compliance
  • Manages procurement processes, coordinating resource allocations, oversee customer/vendor relationships, and evaluate overall performance of each book of business to promote efficient profitability

Sr. Manager of Transportation

J.B. Hunt Transport
05.2018 - 10.2019
  • Responsible for an operation comprised of twelve operations supervisors, 2 Account managers, one hundred and thirty plus drivers, and a fleet of ninety tractors
  • Accountable for managing the execution, direction, and coordination of all transportation matters included but not limited to budgets, forecast, profit & loss statements and customer relations

Operations Manager II

J.B. Hunt Transport
10.2012 - 05.2018
  • Maintained an operation comprised of 6 operations supervisors,110+ drivers, and a fleet of 80 tractors
  • Sustained a multi-million-dollar monthly profit & loss statement while implementing cost reduction directives for the customer

Education

MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION -

University of Phoenix
06.2009

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

Pennsylvania State University
12.2004

Skills

  • Strong interpersonal & communication skills
  • MS Office Suite
  • WPM: 90
  • Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
  • Problem Solving
  • Leadership
  • Meticulous attention to detail
  • Excellent Organizational skills
  • Poised under pressure

Hobbies and Interests

  • Theater
  • Environmental conservation
  • Art
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
  • Travel

References

Available Upon Request

Timeline

Director of Operations

J.B. Hunt Transport
10.2019 - Current

Sr. Manager of Transportation

J.B. Hunt Transport
05.2018 - 10.2019

Operations Manager II

J.B. Hunt Transport
10.2012 - 05.2018

MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION -

University of Phoenix

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

Pennsylvania State University
Makel Fountain