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Matthew Simniok

Hartford

Summary

Dynamic Transportation Manager with proven success at DMD Trucking, enhancing operational efficiency through strategic route optimization and effective team leadership. Skilled in compliance and vendor management, I foster strong client relationships while resolving issues swiftly, ensuring seamless logistics and high customer satisfaction. Committed to continuous improvement and excellence in transportation operations.

Transportation Manager with 25+ 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 and DOT compliance requirements. Highly organized with strong attention to detail and accuracy with commitment to customer service and meeting deadlines.

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Transportation Manager

DMD Trucking
01.2002 - Current
  • Maintained compliance with all regulations, avoiding fines and penalties for the organization.
  • Managed a team of drivers, providing support and guidance to improve performance and productivity.
  • Researched distance, traffic patterns and other aspects to determine cost-effective and productive routes for deliveries.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients, ensuring their satisfaction and loyalty to the company.
  • Organized records of vehicles, schedules and completed orders.
  • Trained new employees on company policies and best practices, fostering a culture of excellence within the department.
  • Conducted regular evaluations of transportation procedures for continuous improvement opportunities.
  • Increased transportation efficiency by optimizing routing and scheduling processes.
  • Oversaw team of up to 30 drivers by reviewing performance to promote timely and efficient deliveries and operations.
  • Prepared and updated employees' daily work schedules and resolved delivery problems.
  • Resolved customer issues efficiently, minimizing lost business due to transportation errors or delays.
  • Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
  • Collaborated with other departments, aligning goals to improve overall company performance.

Education

High School Diploma -

Slinger Highschool
Slinger, WI
06-2002

Skills

  • Transportation regulations
  • Route planning
  • Shipment coordination
  • Load planning
  • Freight negotiation
  • Route optimization
  • Vendor management
  • Dispatch operations
  • Multitasking
  • Daily operations management

Timeline

Transportation Manager

DMD Trucking
01.2002 - Current

High School Diploma -

Slinger Highschool
Matthew Simniok