Marques Ceasar
Logistician
McDonough,GA
Summary
Transportation Manager with 28 years of experience overseeing teams of drivers to meet efficiency and performance targets. Strong understanding of effective routing and transportation cost-saving measures. Deep knowledge of retail deliveries and DOT compliance requirements. Highly organized with strong attention to detail and accuracy with commitment to customer service and meeting deadlines. Driven leader to motivate and develop employees.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Transportation Manager
US Foods
08.2023 - Current
- Oversee and develop Transportation Managers through one-on-one coaching, training on policy and procedures, assisting in problem resolution when required, and leading by example.
- Interpret and ensure compliance with company, state, and federal DOT regulations.
- Increased transportation efficiency by optimizing routing and scheduling processes.
- Improved on-time delivery rates with detailed tracking and monitoring of shipments.
- Implemented safety measures, resulting in a significant decrease in accidents and injuries among drivers.
- Conducted regular evaluations of transportation procedures for continuous improvement opportunities.
- Resolved customer issues efficiently, minimizing lost business due to transportation errors or delays.
- Supervised department personnel by assigning and directing daily tasks as well as evaluating performance to enhance productivity and resolve problems.
- Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
- Oversaw team of 90 drivers by reviewing performance to promote timely and efficient deliveries and operations.
- Communicated with customer service and sales teams to improve productivity and service ratings.
- Researched distance, traffic patterns and other aspects to determine cost-effective and productive routes for deliveries.
- Employed Six Sigma standards to save 242 overtime hours for substantial savings in labor costs.
Operations Manager
MTD Water
10.2022 - 08.2023
- In charge of the Project Managers, Field Engineers, and Warehouse staff.
- Responsible for all projects from start to finish and adhere to strict guidelines and instructions from clients.
- Provided after project evaluations of Project Managers.
- Successfully built the staff up from 10 to 38 individuals and oversaw the start-up of branches in Las Vegas, NV and Houston, TX.
- Improved operational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing cost-saving measures.
- Reduced turnaround time for project completion through effective resource allocation and team management.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors, resulting in better pricing and improved service quality.
- Implemented new inventory management system to optimize stock levels and reduce waste.
- Championed safety protocols to maintain a secure working environment, reducing workplace accidents significantly.
- Optimized supply chain operations through strategic vendor partnerships and efficient logistics planning.
- Managed budgets effectively, consistently delivering projects on-time and within financial constraints.
- Developed robust contingency plans to ensure business continuity during unforeseen disruptions.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to obtain best pricing and terms.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
Transportation Operations Manager
Starbucks, Penske Logistics
10.2014 - 10.2022
- Oversaw Transportation activities for a $150 million, 24-hour multi state distribution facility with a $4.3 million operating budget.
- Supervise retail and cross dock deliveries to 537 retail stores across 6 states
- On time rate YTD: & Current Cold Chain Compliance rating: 98.5%
- Secured top 10 in KPI's for entire network of Starbucks Distribution Centers for transportation consistently.
- Enhanced transportation efficiency by optimizing route planning and scheduling.
- Reduced operational costs through the implementation of cost-saving strategies in fuel management and vehicle maintenance.
- Led a team of dispatchers, drivers, and support staff to achieve consistent on-time delivery performance.
- Managed fleet maintenance program to minimize downtime and extend the life of vehicles while reducing overall expenses.
- Coordinated cross-functional efforts during peak seasons or emergency situations to meet business goals without compromising service quality.
- Established a positive work culture that promoted teamwork, accountability, and open communication among employees at all levels within the organization.
- Increased employee retention rate by implementing an engaging training program focused on career growth opportunities.
- Oversaw budgeting processes related to transportation costs, accurately forecasting expenses while identifying areas for cost reduction.
- Supervised department personnel by assigning and directing daily tasks as well as evaluating performance to enhance productivity and resolve problems.
- Oversaw team of 98 drivers by reviewing performance to promote timely and efficient deliveries and operations.
- Assessed and targeted customer needs to forge and cultivate productive relationships and maintain top satisfaction levels.
- Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.
Fleet Manager
Pioneer Sand
01.2007 - 06.2014
- Managed 43 Class A Drivers, ensuring an average of 206 timely deliveries per day across 4 states
- Increased fleet efficiency by implementing preventive maintenance programs and scheduling regular vehicle inspections.
- Reduced repair costs through the establishment of strategic partnerships with reliable vendors and negotiating favorable contract terms.
- Developed comprehensive tracking systems to monitor vehicle locations, ensuring prompt response to customer requests and improved service quality.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize supply chain operations, resulting in reduced lead times and increased customer satisfaction.
- Maintained accurate records of all vehicles'' registration, insurance policies, maintenance logs, and other relevant documentation for easy access during audits or inspections.
- Managed a diverse team of drivers, maintenance crews, and administrative staff which contributed to improved collaboration and efficiency in the workplace.
- Leveraged advanced vehicle telematics systems that enabled effective monitoring of driver behavior, fuel consumption, and route optimization.
- Trained drivers to manage time effectively, improving overall mileage performance.
- Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
- Divided and categorized cargo received and redirected shipments in response to customer requests.
- Maintained established levels of goods based on sales forecasts and demand to fulfill orders on time.
Education
Six Sigma Lean Professional (SSLP) - CEA081614 - Lean Six Sigma
Management & Strategy Institute
Downingtown, PA11.2014
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A) - Logistics Management
Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, CO09.2014
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Stevens-Henager College
Colorado Springs, CO06.2012
Diploma - Automated Logistics and Warehousing
United States Army Logistics University
Fort Lee, VA08.1996
Skills
- Strategic Partnership
- Vendor Management
- Materials Movement
- Project Requirements
- Contract Management
- Resolving Shipping and Delivery Problems
- Resource Management
- Continuous Improvement Projects
- Logistics Processes
- Coordinate Transportation
- Fleet Dispatching
- Route Planning
- Development Management
Timeline
Senior Transportation Manager
US Foods
08.2023 - Current
Operations Manager
MTD Water
10.2022 - 08.2023
Transportation Operations Manager
Starbucks, Penske Logistics
10.2014 - 10.2022
Fleet Manager
Pioneer Sand
01.2007 - 06.2014
Six Sigma Lean Professional (SSLP) - CEA081614 - Lean Six Sigma
Management & Strategy Institute
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A) - Logistics Management
Colorado Technical University
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Stevens-Henager College
Diploma - Automated Logistics and Warehousing
United States Army Logistics University