MERRITT MATTHEW RUPERT
International Logistics
Lewisville,Texas
Summary
Results-oriented International Logistics Coordinator quickly gaining experience in global transportation & supply chain optimization. Proficient in coordinating end-to-end logistics operations, from procurement and inventory management to transportation and customs compliance. Committed to continuous learning in an unpredictable and ever-changing industry.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
International Air & Ocean Freight Team Lead
Scan Global Logistics
01.2024 - Current
- Led cross-functional teams in executing and deploying DFW pharmaceutical vertical. Identified pharma suppliers, performed GDP compliance carrier audits, trained and certified operations staff.
- Established new performance metrics with managerial and directing staff to meet corporate KPI indicators within air export department. Raised monthly KPI percentage at DFW branch from 81 - 96% as a result.
- Negotiated contract lane pricing (on behalf of sales team) with major airline carrier to 14 different LATAM destinations to secure 2000+ kilogram weekly volume projections with new EC industry client.
International Logistics Coordinator
Scan Global Logistics
8 2022 - 12.2023
- Managed the door-to-door delivery of approximately 300 international commercial & aerospace shipments during a 12-month period, resulting in over $500,000 in gross company profit.
- Established & maintained strong rapport with key global aerospace accounts (Safran, Boeing, GE Aviation), delivering over $15 million in client products with 92% on-time and in-full success rate.
- Negotiated favorable & client-driven pricing options with global ocean carrier network to recoup 10-15% in total freight cost per LCL / FCL shipment, saving an estimated $10,000 in variable expenses over 7 months.
Intern—Fleet Specialist
Reddy Ice Corporate
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Managed the acquisition, inventorying, and return of over 500 Verizon fleet management devices across regional locations resulting in $50,000 in recouped revenue to Reddy Ice
- Used Microsoft Excel to renovate and remodel Reddy Ice’s Fleet Database containing approximately 800 domestic vehicles, resulting in a 20% reduction in fleet vehicles that were no longer in service or unaccounted for
- Worked with Regional Managers across the country to liquidate approximately 25 vehicles in Reddy Ice’s fleet, including tasks such as title sourcing, title distribution, and fleet auctioning to recoup over $10,000 in revenue.
Project Management Intern
Kalterra Construction & Capital Partners
06.2020 - 08.2020
- Assisted Lead Acquisitions personnel in gathering data on over 25 commercial properties in the state of Texas for multi-family development through the use of Costar CRE software and Microsoft Excel
- Worked exclusively with the VP of Construction to draft project schedules, contracts between subcontracting companies, and accurately track invoice payments for onsite resources
- Modeled prospective commercial properties through Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel, highlighting proximal businesses and places of interest as leverage for potential investment opportunities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Logistics And Supply Chain Management
University of North Texas
Denton, TX 08.2018 - 05.2022
Skills
Logistics Management
Multimodal Transportation
Shipping Documentation
Import-Export Operations
International Trade Compliance
Dangerous Goods Specialist
Route Optimization
Carrier Negotiations
Transportation Planning
Staff Development
Operational Efficiency
Timeline
International Air & Ocean Freight Team Lead
Scan Global Logistics
01.2024 - Current
Intern—Fleet Specialist
Reddy Ice Corporate
05.2021 - 08.2021
Project Management Intern
Kalterra Construction & Capital Partners
06.2020 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Science - Logistics And Supply Chain Management
University of North Texas
08.2018 - 05.2022
International Logistics Coordinator
Scan Global Logistics
8 2022 - 12.2023