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Reginald Ross

Kissimmee,FL

Summary

Dynamic Transportation Manager with proven success at Averitt Trucking, enhancing operational efficiency through strategic route optimization and effective team leadership. Skilled in budget control and relationship building, I implemented safety regulations that significantly reduced accidents, while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and achieving cost reductions in transportation operations.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Transportation Manager

Averitt Trucking
04.2001 - 05.2024

Ran the day to day operation of the site

Over sae 13 drivers

Over saw the dock operation with including 2 forklift operator

Over saw the office staff witch include my assistant manager and office clerk

over saw training 0f new staff and driver

Did payroll for drivers and staff

Did invoices for our customer

Ran all report's needed buy or corporate office

  • Maintained compliance with all regulations, avoiding fines and penalties for the organization.
  • Managed a team of drivers, providing support and guidance to improve performance and productivity.
  • Supervised department personnel by assigning and directing daily tasks as well as evaluating performance to enhance productivity and resolve problems.
  • Researched distance, traffic patterns and other aspects to determine cost-effective and productive routes for deliveries.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients, ensuring their satisfaction and loyalty to the company.
  • Organized records of vehicles, schedules and completed orders.
  • Conducted regular evaluations of transportation procedures for continuous improvement opportunities.
  • 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.
  • Increased transportation efficiency by optimizing routing and scheduling processes.
  • Observed staff to review compliance and safety to minimize losses due to violations or damage.
  • Oversaw team of Number drivers by reviewing performance to promote timely and efficient deliveries and operations.
  • Prepared and updated employees' daily work schedules and resolved delivery problems.
  • Resolved customer issues efficiently, minimizing lost business due to transportation errors or delays.
  • Analyzed historical trends to proactively address potential challenges within the supply chain.
  • Collaborated with other departments, aligning goals to improve overall company performance.
  • Coordinated logistics activities across multiple locations for seamless distribution operations.
  • Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
  • Communicated with customer service and sales teams to improve productivity and service ratings.
  • Collaborated with planner to schedule and implement backhaul processes to meet third-party backhaul goals.
  • Implemented safety measures, resulting in a significant decrease in accidents and injuries among drivers.
  • Fostered a positive work environment by promoting open communication channels between staff members.
  • Reduced transport costs for the company through strategic negotiations with vendors and carriers.
  • Negotiated favorable contracts with suppliers, securing competitive rates that benefited the organization''s bottom line.
  • Oversaw inventory management, ensuring accurate records were maintained for timely deliveries and stock replenishment.
  • Streamlined operations by implementing new technologies for better communication and data management.
  • Streamlined route planning for reduced fuel consumption, implementing advanced software tools.
  • Coordinated with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of goods, maintaining inventory levels for peak efficiency.
  • Optimized shipment schedules for impact, employing strategic planning and forecasting.
  • Enhanced team productivity by introducing comprehensive training programs for new hires.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction, providing timely and accurate shipment tracking information.
  • Increased efficiency in load planning, utilizing advanced logistics software.
  • Managed budgeting for transportation department, achieving significant cost reductions without compromising service quality.
  • Improved safety records, conducting regular vehicle maintenance checks and driver training sessions.
  • Reduced delivery times through meticulous route analysis and optimization.
  • Improved driver retention rates with focus on professional development and positive work environment.
  • Created and enforced detailed organization processes to increase quality and service standards.
  • Reduced worker accidents by implementing improved safety standards and monitoring procedures.
  • Led improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies and increase revenue.
  • Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
  • Developed and maintained knowledgeable and productive team of employees.
  • Reviewed established business practices and improved processes to reduce expenses.
  • Integrated warehouse operations with existing and new business processes.
  • Tracked production and quality control systems to proactively identify deficiencies.
  • Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.

Education

Associate In Science - Management & Marketing

Southwest Florida College
Fort Myers, FL

Skills

  • Internal loss prevention
  • Carrier selection
  • Warehouse operations
  • Transportation regulations
  • Safety management
  • Route planning
  • Materials management
  • Shipment coordination
  • Load planning
  • Continuous improvement
  • Safety regulations implementation
  • Fleet management
  • Budget control
  • Route optimization
  • Cost control and tracking
  • Cost control
  • Policy development
  • Contract management
  • Staff recruitment
  • Schedule control
  • Shipping cost reduction
  • Dispatch operations
  • Hazardous material tracking
  • Transportation coordination
  • Relationship building
  • Cost reduction

Timeline

Transportation Manager

Averitt Trucking
04.2001 - 05.2024

Associate In Science - Management & Marketing

Southwest Florida College
Reginald Ross