Nick Williams
Elkton ,MD
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Transportation Supervisor
Medtrans LLC
Perryville, MD
05.2022 - Current
- Improved transportation efficiency by optimizing routes and implementing time-saving strategies.
- Reduced overall transportation costs with effective budget management and resource allocation.
- Enhanced safety measures by conducting regular vehicle inspections and enforcing strict adherence to regulations.
- Streamlined operations, implemented new technologies for tracking and communication purposes.
- Coordinated schedules and routes for drivers to ensure timely deliveries and customer satisfaction.
- Managed a team of drivers, providing training, guidance, and performance evaluations to maintain a high level of professionalism.
- Addressed issues swiftly, resolving conflicts between drivers, customers, or other stakeholders effectively.
- Assisted in developing company policies related to transportation procedures, ensuring alignment with industry standards and best practices.
- Evaluated fleet maintenance requirements regularly, scheduling services accordingly to minimize downtime.
- Participated in strategic planning sessions focused on scaling business growth while maintaining exceptional service quality.
- Ensured proper documentation was completed accurately for all transportation operations, including driver logs, vehicle inspection reports, and accident/incident reports.
- Closely monitored operations and performed regular safety audits for adherence to administrative policies and compliance regulations.
- Increased on-time delivery rates by closely monitoring driver performance metrics and implementing corrective actions as needed.
- Verified that drivers completed required safety training and attended quarterly driver safety meetings.
- Planned and established transportation routes, work schedules and operator assignments.
- Scheduled repair and preventive maintenance of vehicles and other equipment.
- Managed driver safety awards program, promoting safe driving and working safe initiative.
- Maintained compliance with DOT regulations and accurately documented driver qualifications, permits and equipment information.
- Demonstrated tasks to new hires and assigned to experienced workers for further training.
- Verified that drivers transported loads safely and complied with state DOT laws.
- Managed routing, driver supervision and DOT compliance.
- Monitored and maintained on-time delivery, reliability, service and performance.
Transportation Manager
Werner Enterprises
Salisbury, MD
12.2011 - 02.2020
- Increased transportation efficiency by optimizing routing and scheduling processes.
- Reduced transport costs for the company through strategic negotiations with vendors and carriers.
- Improved on-time delivery rates with detailed tracking and monitoring of shipments.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, ensuring their satisfaction and loyalty to the company.
- Implemented safety measures, resulting in a significant decrease in accidents and injuries among drivers.
- Managed a team of drivers, providing support and guidance to improve performance and productivity.
- Conducted regular evaluations of transportation procedures for continuous improvement opportunities.
- Maintained compliance with all regulations, avoiding fines and penalties for the organization.
- Resolved customer issues efficiently, minimizing lost business due to transportation errors or delays.
- Trained new employees on company policies and best practices, fostering a culture of excellence within the department.
- Enhanced equipment usage by establishing proper maintenance schedules, reducing downtime and repair costs.
- Consistently met budgetary targets through effective resource allocation and cost control measures.
- Coordinated logistics activities across multiple locations for seamless distribution operations.
- Negotiated favorable contracts with suppliers, securing competitive rates that benefited the organization''s bottom line.
- Analyzed historical trends to proactively address potential challenges within the supply chain.
- Fostered a positive work environment by promoting open communication channels between staff members.
- Supervised department personnel by assigning and directing daily tasks as well as evaluating performance to enhance productivity and resolve problems.
- Organized records of vehicles, schedules and completed orders.
- Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
- Observed staff to review compliance and safety to minimize losses due to violations or damage.
Terminal Manager
Estes Express
Salisbury, MD
03.1993 - 07.2010
- Improved terminal efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing innovative solutions.
- Reduced operational costs through effective budget management and resource allocation.
- Enhanced safety standards by conducting regular audits and implementing corrective actions.
- Increased on-time performance with proactive scheduling and efficient workforce deployment.
- Managed terminal operations to ensure smooth functioning, optimal resource utilization, and timely service delivery.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, vendors, and other stakeholders for improved communication and collaboration.
- Implemented staff training programs to enhance employee skills, productivity, and overall job satisfaction.
- Oversaw maintenance activities, ensuring equipment reliability and minimal downtime due to repairs or malfunctions.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement within the team, leading to enhanced performance levels across various functions.
- Optimized inventory management practices for better stock control, reduced wastage, and increased cost savings.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams for seamless execution of projects and tasks within the terminal environment.
- Achieved high customer satisfaction ratings by addressing concerns promptly and providing exceptional service at all times.
- Collaborated with transportation partners to develop efficient routing plans that maximized capacity while minimizing transit times.
- Spearheaded initiatives to improve terminal security measures, protecting both personnel and assets from potential threats or incidents.
- Drove employee engagement through open communication channels, frequent feedback sessions, and recognition of outstanding efforts.
- Facilitated change management processes during organizational restructures or strategic shifts in business direction without compromising operational excellence.
- Evaluated risks associated with terminal operations regularly; implemented preventive strategies to mitigate potential negative impacts on business continuity.
- Managed complex terminal projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and stakeholder satisfaction throughout the process.
- Facilitated delivery of dispatched loads by assigning boards and developing contingency plans.
- Fielded customer complaints and comments and rectified issues.
- Directed and monitored tracking, routing and dispatching transportation vehicles.
- Hired, trained and educated new employees to improve company performance and efficiency.
- Performed human resource-related tasks by interviewing and hiring employees, performing payroll functions and evaluating drivers.
- Planned freight loads and coordinated with drivers to achieve accurate, timely delivery of products.
- Coordinated and monitored maintenance and repair of company vehicles to provide timely servicing.
- Monitored employee performance and productivity.
- Promoted safety programs throughout terminal by conducting meetings and communicating safety program messages.
- Collaborated with 75 member team to create, modify and implement goals, procedures and policies.
- Set terminal budgets and set goals to adhere to plans.
- Generated profit and loss statements and financial overviews of store.
- Maintained flexibility to work variety of shifts and days of week consistent with demands of retail environment.
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
- Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
- Developed and maintained knowledgeable and productive team of employees.
Education
High School Diploma -
Elkton High School
Elkton, MDSkills
- Budget Analysis
- Routing
- On-Time Delivery
- Systems Evaluation
- Operations Support
- Schedule development
- Driver Safety Programs
- Accident / Incident Reports
- Fleet Management & Logistics
- Logical reasoning
- DOT Regulatory Compliance
- Coordination
- Fleet Management
- Route Planning
- Safety Compliance
- Transportation Management
- Route Navigation
- Scheduling
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Cost Control
- Transportation Regulations
- Load Optimization
- Driver supervision
- Coordinating schedules
- Handheld Scanners
- Negotiating rates
- Documentation skills
- Securing loads
- Inspecting vehicles
- Documentation Management
- Supply Chain Coordination
- Logistics Management
- Dispatching procedures
- International shipping
- Managing schedules
- DOT Compliance
- Transportation Planning
- Route Optimization
- Incident Reporting
- Load Planning
- Assisting customers
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Problem-Solving
- Material Handling
- Continuous Improvement
- Self Motivation
- Equipment Operation
- Excellent Communication
- Professionalism
- Decision-Making
- Effective Communication
- Shift planning
- Problem-solving abilities
- Quality Assurance
- Relationship Building
- Goal Setting
- Reliability
- Team Collaboration
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Multitasking Abilities
- Team Leadership
- Time Management
- Analytical Thinking
- Time management abilities
- Interpersonal Communication
- Performance monitoring
- Staff Training
- Professional Demeanor
- Safety Procedures
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Timeline
Transportation Supervisor
Medtrans LLC
05.2022 - Current
Transportation Manager
Werner Enterprises
12.2011 - 02.2020
Terminal Manager
Estes Express
03.1993 - 07.2010
High School Diploma -
Elkton High School