Michael Farrell
Baytown,TX
Summary
Experienced logistics and terminal operations leader with strengths in CSA compliance, driver retention, rate quoting, and P&L management. Proven ability to streamline dispatch, improve retention, and support profitable fleet performance.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Equipment Coordinator
Transwood
Baytown, Texas
07.2026 - 09.2026
- Backhauled 30 trucks across lower 48, enhancing driver retention and ensuring compliance.
Logistics Coordinator / Dispatch
TransChem USA
Baytown, Texas
03.2026 - 07.2026
- Supported logistics coordination and dispatch by relaying shipment updates to drivers, suppliers, and customers.
- Managed shipment communication between drivers, suppliers, and customers to keep delivery details clear.
- Ensured drivers, suppliers, and customers received accurate shipment status updates, facilitating seamless logistics operations.
Central Supply Coordinator / Recruiter
RJ's Transportation
La Porte, Texas
03.2020 - 06.2023
- Supported OTR fleet reloading efforts and improved loaded mileage percentage for company.
- Developed new sales opportunities, contributing to revenue growth.
- Coordinated Texas driver recruiting efforts, serving as primary contact for recruitment.
Terminal Manager
MC Tank Transport, Inc.
Dalton, Georgia
10.2019 - 02.2020
- Managed terminal operations for a fleet of 7 tractor-trailer units transporting liquid bulk commodities.
- Supported merger activities for Dalton and Chattanooga terminals.
Corporate Trainer
Fort Transfer Co.
Morton, Illinois
04.2018 - 02.2019
- Supported company orientation classes for all new drivers.
- Supported director of safety in completing compliance tasks.
- Remained on call after business hours for companywide safety issues and provided support as needed.
Terminal Manager
Fort Transfer Co.
Beaumont, Texas
10.2014 - 03.2018
- Launched terminal operations.
- By 2018, the terminal supported 27 drivers and generated $8MM revenue.
- Managed P&L for terminal.
Terminal Manager
Transport Service Co
Winder, Georgia
07.2014 - 10.2014
- Supported terminal rebuild by improving client and driver retention.
- Took over failing terminal and eased client concerns during transition.
Operations Manager
Transport Service Co
Freeport, Texas
10.2013 - 06.2014
- Supported 9 wash rack employees through daily task assignment and oversight.
- Assisted 8 mechanics with work coordination and shop support.
- Monitored eLog entries for practical and compliance accuracy.
Site Transportation Project Manager
NFI Industries, Inc.
Adairsville, Georgia
03.2012 - 09.2013
- - Supports P&L tracking by controlling expenses and coordinating truck maintenance.
- - Builds customer and account relationships while bringing in new business and supporting current accounts.
- - Maintains 98.6% on-time delivery rate through daily route oversight.
- - Monitor Elogs for practical use and compliance requirements.
Transportation Project Manager
NFI Industries, Inc.
Zephyrhills, Florida
02.2009 - 02.2012
- Supported management of 40 drivers.
- Processed payroll records.
- Coordinated dispatch assignments.
- Assisted with safety meetings.
- Evaluated Elogs for proper application and adherence to compliance standards.
Senior Load Planner
CTL Transportation, LLC
Mulberry, Florida
09.2005 - 08.2008
- - scheduling of over 1000 loads per day for a fleet of over 250 drivers in the phosphate-fertilizer industry.
- - Supported 6 driver managers while running 24/7 dispatch operations.
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Logistics -
University of Alberta
Edmonton, Alberta 06-1992
Skills
- Compliance, safety and accountable (CSA)
- High driver retention rate
- Rate quoting expertise
- TMW superuser
- Quarterly safety meetings
- Financial P&L proficiency
Timeline
Equipment Coordinator
Transwood
07.2026 - 09.2026
Logistics Coordinator / Dispatch
TransChem USA
03.2026 - 07.2026
Central Supply Coordinator / Recruiter
RJ's Transportation
03.2020 - 06.2023
Terminal Manager
MC Tank Transport, Inc.
10.2019 - 02.2020
Corporate Trainer
Fort Transfer Co.
04.2018 - 02.2019
Terminal Manager
Fort Transfer Co.
10.2014 - 03.2018
Terminal Manager
Transport Service Co
07.2014 - 10.2014
Operations Manager
Transport Service Co
10.2013 - 06.2014
Site Transportation Project Manager
NFI Industries, Inc.
03.2012 - 09.2013
Transportation Project Manager
NFI Industries, Inc.
02.2009 - 02.2012
Senior Load Planner
CTL Transportation, LLC
09.2005 - 08.2008
Bachelor's Degree in Logistics -
University of Alberta