Patrick C. Edwards Jr.

• Collaboratively developed processes for customers that improved service for multiple problematic areas of operation
• Partnered with transportation partners (brokers/ OO) to provide service at a lower cost to positively reflect on annual finance reporting
• Reviewed routing of asset -based trucks to optimize tasks for weekly gains which reflected on P&L quarterly reporting
• Created a culture that encouraged optimal performance with effective results
• Communicate clearly, concisely, and professionally both verbally, non-verbally and in writing to members of leadership
• Successfully execute over 1700 critical time sensitive shipments (one location)
• Around the clock support with solutions to problems
• Effective communication with carriers throughout the UFP organization.

· Effectively managed the relationship between 100+ union and Penske staff

· Daily risk assessments with drivers

· Post incident calls and timely follow-up

· Strategic service planning and execution

· Coached drivers on DOT rules and regulations

· Managed and promoted company and driver CSA performance.

· Daily metrics reporting to reflect prior day performance before deadline.

· Routine communication regarding expectation and praises to staff.

· Researched relevant resources to assist drivers as needed and troubleshoot when needed to provide optimal support,

· Demonstrated knowledge of company’s mission, purpose, goals,

· Developed and executed annual financial and operating plans to positively reflect on KPI reporting.

· Promoted a positive safety culture which recognized and rewarded safe behaviors and safe work practices,

• P&D Planning/Dispatching
• Driver training and onboarding
• Corrective counseling for driver behavior and inconsistencies

• Oversaw daily shipping operations, including loading and unloading of outbound trailers, replenishing of pallets, inventory management and supervision of 20 team members
• Reviewed and assessed ongoing operations, developing initiatives for continuous process improvement

• Developed plans for distribution break loads to achieve cut times and goals that were required
• Conducted pre-shift meetings and provided education/coaching to employees as needed
• Enforced regulatory and company policy compliance to improve workplace and employee safety and readiness
• Reviewed performance data to monitor and measure productivity, goal progress and activity levels