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Rodney Harper

Logistics
Danville,VA

Summary

My objective is, "Now that I have obtained the overall knowledge, skills and understanding (hands on) in managerial operations in the job market through years of leading and restructuring the Postal department in a major university, I am ready and willing to exert strong leadership skills with the willingness and drive to adhere to and support company and federal policies, rules and regulations in the job market." Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Overview

59
59
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Program Director And ON

  • AIR Personality.

Program Director

Supervisor

  • Josh Seamster Delivery and Repairs My job duties were to deliver industrial strength cleaning products and supplies for the company throughout all parts of North Carolina and Virginia (driving a 20ft truck), as well as complete repairs on all of the warranty cleaning machines sold.
  • Handled customer service complaints with utmost professionalism and knowledgeable responses to maintain trust and company loyalty.

Logistics Management

Averett University
Danville, VA
07.2012 - Current
  • I assessed the department as a whole by analyzing departmental spending in concordance with postal needs and verified the best options for those needs.
  • I was able to cut the postage cost for the University by 45% the first year and another 50% the following year.
  • In continuing with growth analysis, we were able to transform the "Mail room" into a fully operational "Post Office." This transformation enables the university all forwarding options in the mailing industry such as, First-Class, Priority, and International mailing (with on-site customs forming) as well as UPS and FedEx shipping options.
  • Managed day-to-day operations, including supervision and assignment delegation for 6 or more- member team.
  • Executed business strategies to foster better customer service and promote positive and engaging environment for all.
  • Improved productivity initiatives, coordinating itinerary and scheduling appointments.
  • Collaborated with Business Department to present insurance alternatives as part of comprehensive financial plans.
  • Facilitated on-site staff training and developed processes and procedures to increase accuracy.
  • Strengthened operational efficiencies and traceability, developing organizational filing systems for confidential client records and reports.
  • Drove substantial profit increases by leveraging market knowledge and natural leadership talents.
  • Set and administered annual operating budget, consistently maintaining controls and preventing overages.
  • Boosted sales volume by coordinating classes and workshops for major retailers and independent partners.
  • Warehouse Management and systems.
  • Order taking and fulfillment of orders.

Mail Processing Clerk And Carrier

Averett University
Danville, VA
05.2010 - 07.2012
  • Weighed parcels, calculating costs based on type, total weight, and final destination.
  • Obtained signatures from recipients to release registered and special delivery parcels.
  • Drove retail sales by promoting and selling stamps, envelopes, and money orders.
  • Delivered mail and packages within the assigned area.
  • Placed mail into appropriate mailboxes.
  • Loaded letters into automated processing equipment and maintained continuous flow when feeding letters to be sorted.
  • Recommended and sold services such as insurance and tracking.
  • Assisted customers in receiving oversized parcels by carrying items inside.
  • Operated mail processing equipment and manually sorted mail.
  • Checked inventory for required supplies, including stamps, boxes, envelopes, and metered machine products.
  • Warehouse Management and systems.
  • Order taking and fulfillment of orders.

Maintenance Mechanic

Averett University
Danville, VA
10.2009 - 11.2010
  • Inspected and repaired university equipment and/or fixtures to maintain effective mechanical usage.
  • Fixed building systems and structural components using professional finishes.
  • Monitored work safety by coordinating equipment fueling processes and site maintenance.
  • Oversaw onsite safety compliance to safety regulations and OSHA standards.
  • Calibrated devices to optimize performance and maintain longevity of equipment.
  • Diagnosed and repaired mechanical machinery issues.
  • Repaired and replaced worn and defective parts.
  • Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and completed repairs to restore equipment and maintain uptime.

Radio Announcer

WKBY Radio Station
Chatham, VA
06.1985 - 10.2010
  • (Personality) "Developed the first ON-AIR Morning Show for AM RADIO for specific area".

Delivery Driver And Repair Mechanic

Wilco Janitorial Supplies
Danville, VA
02.2001 - 11.2007

Spreader

Cutter And Sergeant Of Arms, Textiles Children's Clothing Manufacturing
Danville, VA
09.1985 - 10.1999
  • Spread and cut material for sewing department to enable garments to be sewn for sale in market Sergeant of Arms responsibilities are to call to and advise meetings for union representative issues and help resolve through contract agreements.

Education

Bachelor's - Business Administration

Averett University

HVAC Installation And Repair - undefined

Danville Community College

Skills

Effective leader

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Timeline

Logistics Management

Averett University
07.2012 - Current

Mail Processing Clerk And Carrier

Averett University
05.2010 - 07.2012

Maintenance Mechanic

Averett University
10.2009 - 11.2010

Delivery Driver And Repair Mechanic

Wilco Janitorial Supplies
02.2001 - 11.2007

Spreader

Cutter And Sergeant Of Arms, Textiles Children's Clothing Manufacturing
09.1985 - 10.1999

Radio Announcer

WKBY Radio Station
06.1985 - 10.2010

Bachelor's - Business Administration

Averett University

HVAC Installation And Repair - undefined

Danville Community College

Senior Program Director And ON

Program Director

Supervisor

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