Paul Vandenbush
Chesterfield
Summary
Strategic and forward-thinking Senior Vice President with a deep understanding of dedicated operations in the trucking industry. Proven ability to analyze market trends and adapt strategies to optimize fleet performance and service quality. Dedicated to building strong partnerships and driving continuous improvement across all operational facets.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Operations
Southwest Expedited
01.2025 - Current
- Directed daily operations for a leading trucking company, optimizing logistics and fleet management to enhance delivery efficiency by 25%.
- Implemented strategic initiatives that reduced operational costs by 15% while maintaining high service quality and compliance with industry regulations.
- Led cross-functional teams to streamline supply chain processes, resulting in improved on-time delivery rates and customer satisfaction.
Director of Logistics
Big Leap Transport Solutions
04.2020 - 10.2024
- Directed comprehensive logistics operations for a leading commodities broker and logistics company, optimizing supply chain efficiency and reducing transportation costs by 15% year over year.
- Developed and executed strategic logistics plans that aligned with corporate goals, resulting in improved customer satisfaction and retention rates.
- Oversaw compliance with industry regulations and safety standards, ensuring zero violations during tenure and promoting a culture of safety.
Director of Transportation & Supply Chain
Woods Distribution
09.2018 - 09.2018
- Managed transportation operations for top-grade commodities.
- Streamlined warehouse and transport synchronization to reduce dwell time and improve delivery performance.
- Developed SOPs for specialty freight handling and led fleet allocation planning for high-volume clients.
- Conducted regular driver meetings reinforcing DOT compliance, safety, and operational consistency.
Director of Transportation
Texpac Hide & Skin
03.2014 - 06.2018
- Directed nationwide transportation operations for regulated, temperature-controlled freight.
- Supervised 150+ vehicles and coordinated maintenance to achieve top-tier safety metrics.
- Led DOT and OSHA compliance initiatives resulting in flawless safety audits.
- Integrated TMS technology to enhance dispatching efficiency, KPI visibility, and reporting accuracy.
Education
Business Management -
Waukesha County Technical College
05.1989
Skills
- Fleet Operations & Driver Management
- Transportation Budget & P&L Oversight
- Equipment Lifecycle & Maintenance Programs
- Risk Mitigation & Safety Leadership
- Process Automation & TMS Integration
- Team Leadership & Staff Development
- DOT / OSHA Regulatory Compliance
- Recruitment & Retention Strategies
- Contract & Policy Development
Timeline
Director of Operations
Southwest Expedited
01.2025 - Current
Director of Logistics
Big Leap Transport Solutions
04.2020 - 10.2024
Director of Transportation & Supply Chain
Woods Distribution
09.2018 - 09.2018
Director of Transportation
Texpac Hide & Skin
03.2014 - 06.2018
Business Management -
Waukesha County Technical College