RONALD ROBERTS
JDR Transportation
Wichita
1
Language
14
years of professional experience
Professional with deep expertise and readiness for leadership. Proven track record in driving business growth and operational efficiency. Strong focus on team collaboration and delivering impactful results. Known for reliability, adaptability, strategic vision, and effective problem-solving. Skilled in business management, financial planning, and customer relations.
Work History
Owner
1 Year 11 Months- Developed and implemented effective business strategies to drive growth and profit.
- Directed shipping and receiving of wide range of products daily.
- Managed a team of logistics professionals, providing coaching and guidance for career development and skill enhancement.
- Meticulously tracked shipments from origin to destination, proactively addressing any delays or issues that arose during transit.
- Negotiated transportation and logistics contracts to reduce shipping costs.
- Oversaw financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting to ensure sustainable business practices.
- Established strong customer relationships through excellent communication and attentive service.
Leasing Manager
2 Years- Created and submitted daily reports on leasing activities.
- Established performance goals and targets motivating team members to achieve higher leasing volumes and profitability for the company.
- Coordinated lease renewals and negotiations, optimizing terms for both lessees and the organization.
- Promoted a culture of accountability within the team, driving individual ownership for delivering results on time and within budget constraints.
- Built strong relationships with clients through exceptional customer service, resulting in increased lease renewals.
- Managed company budgets, ensuring financial stability and long-term profitability.
Driver
2 Years 9 Months- Operated commercial vehicles to transport freight efficiently and safely across designated routes.
- Adhered to all safety regulations and company protocols, ensuring compliance during all deliveries.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections to maintain vehicle safety and performance standards.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers to coordinate timely pickups and deliveries of goods
- Collaborated with warehouse staff for efficient loading and unloading of cargo, minimizing delays in the supply chain process.
- Managed inventory by accurately loading and unloading shipments.
Rental Sales Representative
2 Years 5 Months- Compiled weekly reports to track light and heavy duty truck revenue trends and identify growth opportunities.
- Balanced the needs of multiple customers simultaneously in a fast-paced retail environment.
- Landed new customer accounts through a consistent combination of perseverance, dedicated cold calling and exceptional service.
- Led training programs for staff on best practices in logistics management and safety compliance.
- Managed employee relations, investigating and resolving conflicts to maintain a positive work environment.
- Enhanced employee retention by implementing effective onboarding and training programs.
- Worked with managers to achieve compliance with organizational policies, providing clarifying information and recommending necessary changes.
Owner
2 Years 1 Month- Negotiated contracts with outside providers, achieving cost savings for the company.
- Called customers to confirm details about their deliveries. prior to delivery to confirm and coordinate delivery times.
- Picked up customer loads in a timely and accurate manner.
- Provided cross training to all staff members.
- Loaded vehicles weighing up to 10,000 pounds onto trucks for delivery.
- Installed protective bracing, padding and strapping to prevent shifting and damage to items during transport.
- Coordinated daily schedules for transportation staff to optimize operations. for the day-to-day activities of the transportation employees.
- Drafted budgets and monitored expenses, maintaining financial oversight for departmental costs.
Owner
5 Years 2 Months- Managed the day-to-day tactical and long-term strategic activities within the business.
- Assisted customers in selecting merchandise tailored to their needs, enhancing satisfaction and loyalty.
- Offered exceptional customer service to differentiate and promote the company.
- Ensured positive customer experiences by promptly resolving complaints and addressing concerns.
- Placed special merchandise orders for customers.
- Maintained accurate account books and accounting systems through precise data entry and thorough proofreading.
- Maintained account books and accounting systems with accuracy by entering data precisely and proofreading.
- Maintained a strong understanding of competitors, their offerings and their presence in assigned territory.
- Provided an exemplary level of service to clients to both maintain and extend the relationships for future business opportunities.
Education
High School Diploma - Business management
Business management
WATC Wichita, KS, USA - Aircraft
No Degree - Business Management
Skills
Operations management
Recruitment strategies
Profit and loss analysis
Startup management
Business launch
Market trend awareness
Staff hiring
Talent development
Decision-making
Attention to accuracy
Teamwork and collaboration
Effective leader
Relationship building
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Owner
JDR Transportation
09.2024 - CurrentRead More
Leasing Manager
GTG Peterbilt
01.2024 - 01.2026Read More
Driver
Fedex Freight
03.2021 - 12.2023Read More
Rental Sales Representative
Penske Truck Leasing
08.2017 - 01.2020Read More
Owner
Delano Towing
04.2015 - 05.2017Read More
Owner
Delano Autos
03.2012 - 05.2017Read More
WATC Wichita, KS, USA from Aircraft
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Wichita East High School
High School Diploma from Business management
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Butler County Community College
No Degree from Business Management
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