Michael Bess
Loganville
Summary
Dynamic Shipping Manager with a proven track record at Habasit America, adept in international shipping and enhancing team leadership. Excelled in negotiating contracts and optimizing shipping costs, leading to significant savings. Skilled in shipment reconciliation and interactive communication, successfully managed high-volume shipments and fostered strong carrier relationships.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Shipping Manager
Habasit America
04.1999 - Current
- Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
- Lead team of 20 employees packaging, palletizing and shipping up to 300 boxes per day.
- Prepared shipping documents and invoices, processed payments, and fielded client questions.
- Maintained positive relationships with representatives of UPS, FedEX, USPS, and DHL shipping companies.
- Set up local, domestic and international shipments according to postal, shipper and foreign regulations.
- Negotiated contracts with outside providers and rates for facility leases to minimize costs to company.
- Reviewed and negotiated contracts with carriers to optimize shipping costs.
Education
High School Diploma -
St. Augustine High School
St. Augustine FloridaNo Degree - General Studies
Daytona Beach Community College
Daytona Beach, FLSkills
- Shipment reconciliation
- International shipping
- Interactive communication skills
- ERP reporting
- Verbal and written communication
- Team leadership
- Warehouse operations
- Customs compliance
- Documentation management
- Transportation planning
Certification
- Forklift Operator Certification - Various accredited bodies.
- Lean Six Sigma Certification - Various Providers.
Work Availability
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Timeline
Shipping Manager
Habasit America
04.1999 - Current
High School Diploma -
St. Augustine High School
No Degree - General Studies
Daytona Beach Community College
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