Manuela Felix
El Paso
Summary
I have over 10 years in the trucking business, I started my career as traffic controller, to later get involved in administrative management. April of 2016 after years of knowledge, I focused on building my own company Villalba Trucking LLC alongside my ex-husband. I started as the only employee taking over traffic, accounting, safety management and getting all certifications needed. We started with two trucks up to 19 by May 2025. Along the years I’ve created relationships with brokers in the USA and Mexico. I decided to take upon my aunt Cristina job offer to manage her new trucking company and guide her throughout the process in order to continue providing for my family after filling for divorce.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
Villalba Trucking LLC
04.2014 - 05.2025
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Provided ongoing support to drivers during shifts, addressing any issues or concerns promptly and professionally.
- Built strong relationships with clients through effective communication and problem-solving skills, contributing to increased business opportunities.
- Negotiated rates with carriers for cost-effective shipping options without sacrificing quality or timeliness of deliveries.
- Developed strong working relationships with external partners such as carriers and shipping companies to ensure efficient collaboration in the transportation process.
- Coordinated with maintenance department to schedule routine vehicle inspections, minimizing downtime and ensuring operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with warehouse staff to prioritize shipments based on delivery deadlines, maximizing efficiency in the supply chain process.
- Maintained accurate records of pick-ups and deliveries, ensuring proper documentation and adherence to DOT regulations.
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
Administrative Manager
Tresguerras
06.2013 - 03.2016
- Ensured smooth daily operations with timely completion of all essential administrative tasks and responsibilities.
- Updated reports, managed accounts, and generated reports for company database.
- Supervised staff and delegated tasks to maintain positive, productive administrative operations.
- Maintained accurate record-keeping systems to ensure easy access to critical information for decision-making purposes.
- Streamlined shipping processes for increased timeliness, consistently meeting delivery deadlines.
- Ensured compliance with all regulatory requirements pertaining to domestic and international shipments, avoiding costly fines or delays.
- Enhanced overall transportation efficiency with diligent tracking and documentation of shipment details.
- Resolved shipping discrepancies swiftly, ensuring prompt resolution and minimal disruptions to operations.
Traffic Coordinator
TSE
01.2010 - 05.2013
- Contributed to ongoing process improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall operational efficiency within the traffic department.
- Improved traffic flow by effectively coordinating and routing shipments.
- Reduced overall transportation costs through careful evaluation and negotiation of carrier contracts.
- Maintained a safe working environment by following established safety protocols and promoting best practices among team members.
- Facilitated driver training programs designed to improve safety standards as well as fuel efficiency levels across the fleet.
- Leveraged strong communication skills for effective coordination with carriers, drivers, vendors, and customers.
- Maintained accurate inventory records to ensure seamless order fulfillment and customer satisfaction.
Education
Lawer
Universidad Guanajuato
Guanajuato, MX08-2014
Skills
- Customer relations
- Attention to detail
- Driven and determined
- Entrepreneurial personality
- Relationship building
- Business planning
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Employee training
- Team collaboration and leadership
- Business management
- Marketing
- Staff hiring
- Business development
- Financial planning
Timeline
Owner
Villalba Trucking LLC
04.2014 - 05.2025
Administrative Manager
Tresguerras
06.2013 - 03.2016
Traffic Coordinator
TSE
01.2010 - 05.2013
Lawer
Universidad Guanajuato
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