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Nathan Olowojolu

Avon,IN

Summary

Focused professional successful at devising innovative solutions to diverse business concerns and goals. Organized, Strategic, forward-thinking and dependable leader with self-motivated and tactical mindset ready to help the team achieve company goals.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Logistics Coordinator

TTC
03.2023 - Current
  • Updated and maintained databases to track shipments and inventory
  • Adapted quickly to unexpected disruptions in the supply chain, developing contingency plans to minimize negative impacts on business operations
  • Developed relationships with key vendors, securing preferential treatment in pricing and terms negotiation
  • Devised routing plans and schedules to facilitate safe and timely delivery of goods
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.

Transportation/Logistics Coordinator

Calumet
02.2022 - 03.2023
  • Coordinated dispatching of 25 drivers to accomplish daily delivery requirements
  • Ensured timely DTC order fulfillment and delivery
  • Identified appropriate travel routes in accordance with applicable traffic and bulk cargo transportation laws, regulations, protocols, and guidelines
  • Determined most effective mode and routing of materials to customer locations and company facilities
  • Planned and oversaw third-party shipments, managing stakeholder relationships and contracted rates
  • SME for order management, PIM, DAM, product content setup and publishing process
  • Researched affordable transportation methods and performed safety audits on equipment
  • Trained new staff on job duties, company policies and safety procedures for rapid onboarding
  • Divided and categorized cargo received and redirected shipments in response to customer requests
  • Performed freight processing functions, assisting associates with irregularities in freight.

Logistics Specialist

B2S Life Sciences
03.2021 - 04.2022
  • Coordinated incoming and outgoing shipments to maintain schedules
  • Tracked supply, equipment, and product inventory quantities to maintain necessary levels
  • Issued timely and accurate responses to both internal and external inquiries
  • Managed and tracked package transfers such as bills of lading, delivery receipts, packing lists and load tags
  • Coordinated with freight forwarder to provide vendor shipping details and obtain shipping updates
  • Provided customers with status updates for tracked packages
  • Oversaw every phase of the supply chain, from purchase order to delivery to invoicing, targeting 100% end-user satisfaction
  • Minimized process discrepancies by spearheading budget, supervising staff, and controlling inventory and supply management.

Trainer

XPO Logistics
05.2018 - 03.2021

● Mentored new hires, resulting in stronger staff development and increased productivity.

● Monitored participant workflow and behaviors throughout the training process.

● Scheduled and taught in class and online courses to increase learning opportunities.

● Performed continuous evaluations of content and plans to enhance delivery and improve effectiveness.

● Tracked attendance and progress against goals for each participant.

● Gathered and organized supplementary material to support structured lessons.

● Identified and solved internal problems related to employee turnover by revamping training approaches.

● Eliminated process gaps by implementing new methods of standardized training

Team Lead

DHL Supply Chain
Mooresville, IN
02.2017 - 05.2018

● Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.

● Worked different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.

● Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training, and mentoring individuals with lagging skills.

● Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.

● Mentored newly hired employees on operating equipment and safety and developed training manuals to use for reference.

● Took on additional job duties during unexpected backlog, resulting in meeting project target date.

● Prepared detailed reports on updates to project specifications, progress, identified conflicts and team activities.

● Operated material moving equipment to move heavy loads and maintain production levels. ● Managed schedules accepted time off requests and found coverage for short shifts.

Operations Coordinator

Blindcrafters Nig. Ltd
Lagos, Nigeria.
08.2010 - 12.2016

● Scheduled employees for each shift, considering customer traffic and employee strengths.

● Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.

● Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.

Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards. Assisted in recruiting, hiring, and training of team members.

● Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.

● Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.

● Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.

● Managed purchasing, sales, marketing, and customer account operations efficiently.

● Delivered business strategy and developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.

● Recruited, hired and trained initial personnel, working to establish key

Education

Associate of Science - Library And Information Science

Bayero University
Kano
06.1998

Skills

  • Safety Standards
  • Shipping and Receiving Understanding
  • Fleet Dispatching
  • Delivery Issues Resolution
  • Complex Negotiations
  • Planning Efficient Routing and Assignment
  • Production Coordination
  • Loading and Shipping Schedules
  • Workflow Coordination
  • Transportation and Logistics Coordination

Timeline

Logistics Coordinator

TTC
03.2023 - Current

Transportation/Logistics Coordinator

Calumet
02.2022 - 03.2023

Logistics Specialist

B2S Life Sciences
03.2021 - 04.2022

Trainer

XPO Logistics
05.2018 - 03.2021

Team Lead

DHL Supply Chain
02.2017 - 05.2018

Operations Coordinator

Blindcrafters Nig. Ltd
08.2010 - 12.2016

Associate of Science - Library And Information Science

Bayero University
Nathan Olowojolu