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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Woodworking
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Michael Vickers

Gilbert,AZ

Summary

Spearheaded operations across multiple states, enhancing team productivity and client satisfaction. Expert in Operations Management and fostering Team Collaboration, led over 4,500 employees and contractors to manage 500k daily packages, significantly boosting efficiency. Strategic planning and mentoring skills have been pivotal in achieving organizational goals while developing future leaders.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Managing Director

FedEx
10.2006 - 08.2024

Oversaw all operations with regard to the movement of packages in and out of the district, the area encompassing all of Arizona, Southern Nevada, eastern California and western New Mexico. Operations included 20 facilities with over 4,500 employees. This area averaged 500k inbound and outbound packages daily. Responsible for all aspects of the business including Human Resources. The Director role also works closely with worldwide and field sales groups to grow and maintain customer relationshsips.

Senior Manager

FedEx
08.2000 - 10.2006
  • Provided strong leadership to enhance team productivity and morale.
  • Led cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones and deliver high-quality results.
  • Established strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, ensuring long-term partnerships and repeat business.
  • Improved team performance by providing comprehensive training and fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Collaborated closely with peers from other departments to drive organizational success jointly as one cohesive unit.
  • Managed large-scale projects and introduced new systems, tools, and processes to achieve challenging objectives.
  • Mentored junior staff members for skill development and career progression within the organization.
  • Conducted performance evaluations, compensations and hiring to maintain appropriate staffing requirements.

Pick Up & Delivery Manager

FedEx
05.1997 - 08.2000
  • Managed relationships with key stakeholders to ensure smooth project deliveries and overall satisfaction.
  • Acted as a liaison between the delivery team and upper management, effectively communicating concerns and suggestions for improvements.
  • Managed resources effectively to avoid unnecessary delivery delays.
  • Championed a customer-centric approach, consistently seeking feedback from clients to make improvements and enhance the overall delivery experience.
  • Supervised delivery staff and general productivity.
  • Implemented risk mitigation strategies to minimize potential disruptions caused by unforeseen events or issues.
  • Oversaw daily operations of the delivery team, ensuring timely completion of tasks and adherence to company policies.

Operations Manager

FedEx
03.1995 - 05.1997
  • Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
  • Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - English

California State University, Fullerton
Fullerton, CA
12.1994

Skills

  • Operations Management
  • Staff Management
  • Business Planning
  • Strategic Planning
  • Team Collaboration
  • Mentoring and training
  • Operational Analytics
  • Quality Assurance

Accomplishments

Three time district "President's Award for Safety" noting the safest district operations in the country, two time "District of the Year" denoting the top operation, three time "Sustainability Award" winner, and numerous other regional awards, three time "5 Star" award winner which is FedEx's highest annual award for employee performance.

Certification

FedEx

Executive Leadership Series- 12 week immersive program culminating in an overseas trip (India) to engage local group on problem resolution.

Senior Leadership Series- 6 week program spread over 6 month period

Business Leadership Series- 4 week program over 3 months


QDM- Quality Driven Management Certified, a quality program designed to empower employees at all levels to proactively drive change, improve the customer experience, generate cost savings opportunities or otherwise engage in problem resolution utilizing Six Sigma and the ABLE (Assess, Build, Launch, Evaluate) process.

Woodworking

I enjoy making various projects at home in a small workshop I have eked out of a portion of the garage. My projects range from larger wall art pieces, outdoor art, to various furniture items for the interiors. 

Timeline

Managing Director

FedEx
10.2006 - 08.2024

Senior Manager

FedEx
08.2000 - 10.2006

Pick Up & Delivery Manager

FedEx
05.1997 - 08.2000

Operations Manager

FedEx
03.1995 - 05.1997

Bachelor of Arts - English

California State University, Fullerton
Michael Vickers