Serviced-focused General Manager dedicated to delivering positive customer experiences to promote loyalty and repeat business. Orchestrates optimal resource utilization to handle expected operational needs. Sales leader with sound judgment, good planning abilities and interpersonal communication strengths.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
CRST, International, Inc.
07.2008 - Current
Oversee the successful and profitable operation of three different divisions within the company, Southwest, Texas, and Bale division, generating approximately $6 million per month in revenue
Responsible for oversight and leadership of 350 employees, which includes operations staff, admin staff and drivers
Review monthly P&L statements for each region to measure each regions profitability and to determine where improvements can be made
Review weekly revenue per truck to ensure all equipment is being used to its full capacity and reaching the revenue goal that is set
Review, manage and improve load efficiencies and driver work hours
Maintain customer relationships ensuring we are providing the best service possible in all aspects of the business to include rates, on time delivery and pick up
Manage the assigned drivers having direct interaction with HR and recruiting to hire new drivers, improve safety, employee engagement, regulatory compliance, and driver retention management
Manage driver and equipment utilization
Evaluate employee performance, set goals, and develop improvement plans.
Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
CDL Truck Driver
Dirksen Transportation
08.2006 - 06.2008
Operated tractor-trailers hauling loads throughout California, Arizona, and Texas
Planned travel routes according to traffic, transportation laws, regulations, standards, and guidelines
Ensured timely delivery of all goods, establishing good working relationships with customer accounts
Inspected equipment before and after trips, logging and reporting mechanical problems.
Assisted with training new drivers on company policies, safety protocols, and best practices for CDL truck driving.
Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.
Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
Achieved timely deliveries by planning efficient routes and adhering to schedules.
Yard Hostler
Classic Sales, Inc
06.2003 - 08.2006
Operated a yard goat to move trailers around the truck yard
Moved trailers from dock to dock witching out empty trailers with full trailers
Performed pre and post trips daily to ensure safety of all trailers
Maintained and contributed to a safe work environment, adhering to all safety procedures.
Education
General education -
Jurupa Valley High School
Jurupa Valley, CA
06.2003
Skills
Strong work ethic
Strong communication skills
Conflict resolution
Attention to detail and prioritizing workload
Well organized
Team player
Computer skills to include Truckmate, Omnitracs, Fleetlocate, Kronos, Microsoft Office proficiency