Logistics and supply chain professional skilled in the improvement of supply chain operations to increase efficiency. Extensive background in logistics by car, rail and air travel. cost negotiations and building relationships with vendors. Strong communication skills and understanding of compliance and regulation. Accustomed to high volume material management across multimodal transportation systems. Organized and efficient with outstanding interpersonal skills.
Logistics Director translates audit findings, assessments and gap analysis into recommendable actions to improve operations. Thrives in team environment while demonstrating advanced-level skills in [TC-AMIS] and [DPS/TOPS] systems. Excellent communicator and problem-solver with over 25 years of Transportation and Logistical expertise.
Highly accomplished, versatile Transportation Senior Manager with extensive background supporting transportation operations, including logistics, supply chain management and training of high-impact teams within everchanging environments. Dynamic leader,consistently achieves outstanding results while building and maintaining strong, loyal relations with both clients and colleagues. Moves and relates effortlessly across all levels of management.
Efficient Transportation Manager commended as technologically proficient professional adept at planning, dispatching and routing packages by maintaining strong relations with transport carrier services. Solid 25 years background in handling logistics to achieve timely delivery. Prioritizes tasks and distributes operations to provide maximum output.
Competent Logistics Manager offering wealth of experience in maintaining proper product rotations and ensuring compliance with government regulations. Background in business management with additional training in distribution and team building. Works well within union or nonunion environments.
Resourceful Owner Opterator achieved customer fulfillment goals through effective management of cost and logistics determinants. Implemented plan to maximize company revenues with minimal additional resource investment. Worked closely with internal partners, and adopted new functional technology to meet preset goals and objectives.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Semper Fi Trucking LLC.
04.2003 - Current
Completed quality assurance reviews to assess accuracy of data and validate results.
Created reports detailing findings and recommendations.
Utilized knowledge of data modeling and statistical analysis to note trends and draw conclusions.
Assessed program risks with reviews of plans and analysis of available data.
Assisted fellow planning staff members with tasks to maintain proper workflows.
Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
Over 2.5 million miles driven "Regional, Locally and Long-Haul
Decreased work flow stoppage by monitoring member certifications, developing crew lines and training staff on preferential bidding systems.
Coordinates daily delivery schedules based on customer schedules, peak delivery times and alternate routes.
Monitored output versus production plan and made changes to scheduling.
Collaborated with engineering and manufacturing teams to increase efficiency.
Retains valid proof of insurance and registration in all vehicles at all times.
Conducts daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to Department of Transportation
Maintains Records, Tax information as required for compliance with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration "FMCSA"
Transports freight from origin to destination in a safe and timely manner in accordance with OSHA and Hazmat regulations.
Training Instructor
All State Career
05.2019 - 03.2022
Initiated open lines of communication with participants throughout the duration of the course, fostering an atmosphere conducive to learning and collaboration.
Maintained detailed records of training sessions, enabling accurate tracking of participant progress and overall program effectiveness.
Partnered with organizational leaders to identify skill gaps within the workforce, developing targeted training programs to address identified needs.
Conducted regular assessments to monitor trainee progress and adjust instructional strategies accordingly for optimal results.
30 to 40 students in classroom environment educating them on all FMCSA & DOT regulations to pass classroom portion with at least 90% accuracy
30 to 40 students in a range environment educating them on: Straight Line Backing, Site side and Blind side backing. Alloy docking and complete DOT Pre-Trip Inspections with maintaining at least 90% accuracy completing all assignments.
4 to 5 students at a time on the road teaching each of the students fundamentals of driving a Tractor Trailer. Each student is required to complete each test while maintaining 80% accuracy.
Regional Safety Manager
Cowan Systems
04.2019 - 12.2021
Perform safety data analysis and create benchmarking
Perform health and safety data analysis and create benchmarking
Assist in the development and implementation of risk assessments, SOP's and MOP''s for on-site emergencies, special events and other unique tasks
Develop and implement solutions to eliminate exposure to these risks and prevent injury
Ensure safety recordkeeping and data integrity and provides Cowan Systems with accurate reporting and metrics to support business safety initiatives
Maintaining a region with 462 drivers that required me to conduct coaching and safety reports on for Speed-Guage, and the Benidex. Ensuring that at least 80% safety accuracy was maintained weekly
Performing road test and other remedial training if a driver fail below safety standards
Provided transport communication and details of status with notifications in real time using various equipment while adhering to all safety protocols.
Logistics Operations Manager
United States Marine Corps
08.1998 - 09.2007
Offered exemplary customer service to new and existing clients, which helped build lasting relationships and secure new transport assignments.
Maintained updated knowledge of airline regulatory requirements and industry standards for domestic and international client support.
Responded immediately to clients' questions, issues, and complaints and resolved or found effective solutions to when required.
Cultivated strong value-added relationships with clients and vendors daily by delivering accurate travel itineraries and industry knowledge to drive business development.
Reviewed inquiries and itineraries to verify compliance with safety procedures, travel regulations and internal company policies to detect and eliminate safety hazards during travel.
Frequently create presentations and briefs: status operational issues to stakeholders and various levels of contractor and government leadership with transparency and integrity
Delivered quality, confidential services to celebrities, politicians, athletes and royalty.
Ensure timely and proactive customer communication and notification minimizing unauthorized customer impacts
Consistently improved and optimized internal processes and workflows
Coordinated transportation schedules to meet tight delivery deadlines while minimizing costs.
Reduced transportation costs through strategic route planning and carrier negotiations.
Increased order fulfillment accuracy by developing a comprehensive tracking system.
Education
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
The Community College of Baltimore County
Catonsville, MD
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Science
University of Baltimore
Baltimore, MD
Bachelor of Arts - Pre-Law
University of Maryland Global Campus
Laurel, United States
05.2025
Skills
Customs compliance
Transportation management systems
Logistics management
Safety standards
Vendor management
Project planning and scheduling
Resource planning
Staff training and development
Microsoft Office
International Logistics Planning
Regulations and compliance
Logistics Analysis
Shipping Documentation
Route Optimization
Skilled in Electronic logging device "ELD"
Timeline
Training Instructor
All State Career
05.2019 - 03.2022
Regional Safety Manager
Cowan Systems
04.2019 - 12.2021
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Semper Fi Trucking LLC.
04.2003 - Current
Logistics Operations Manager
United States Marine Corps
08.1998 - 09.2007
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
The Community College of Baltimore County
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Science
University of Baltimore
Bachelor of Arts - Pre-Law
University of Maryland Global Campus
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