Sammie Tyra
London,KY
Summary
At Ryder Supply Chain Solutions, I spearheaded logistics operations, achieving significant cost reductions and enhancing on-time delivery rates through strategic route optimization and team management. My expertise in supply chain management and fostering team collaboration led to a high-performing logistics department, underpinned by continuous improvement and safety standards. Experienced Logistics Manager proficient at monitoring operational pulse to deliver relevant information to all major internal customers and stakeholders. Accustomed to working with multiple entities to achieve business goals for logistics efficiency, cost containment and contract integrity. Works quickly and maintains focus while providing top-notch customer service.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Group Logistics Manager
Ryder Supply Chain Solutions
01.2019 - Current
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by closely monitoring order fulfillment and addressing issues promptly.
- Ensured regulatory compliance in all aspects of logistics operations, including transportation safety standards and customs requirements.
- Directed shipping and receiving of wide range of products daily.
- Improved on-time delivery rates by optimizing transportation routes and scheduling.
- Managed a team of logistics professionals, providing coaching and guidance for career development and skill enhancement.
- Conducted regular audits of logistics practices to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions accordingly.
- Monitored logistics performance and identified improvement opportunities.
- Efficiently managed budgets, ensuring optimal allocation of resources towards critical projects while minimizing unnecessary expenditures.
- Selected, trained and developed logistics personnel to achieve high-performing teams.
- Established contingency plans for potential disruptions in the supply chain, ensuring business continuity during unforeseen circumstances.
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
- Reduced worker accidents by implementing improved safety standards and monitoring procedures.
Senior Logistics Manager
Ryder Supply Chain Solutions
07.2015 - 01.2019
- Reduced transportation costs through strategic route planning and carrier negotiations.
- Established reverse logistics procedures that streamlined returns processing while minimizing waste generation.
- Conducted regular audits of logistics operations to identify areas of inefficiency or non-compliance requiring corrective action.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement within the logistics team by encouraging open feedback and collaboration on innovative solutions to operational challenges.
- Organized employee training programs focused on safety protocols adherence within the workplace environment leading to reduced accidents/incidents rate.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations and company policies by establishing clear guidelines for all logistics processes.
- Managed a team of logistics professionals, providing coaching and guidance to foster professional growth and high-performance culture.
- Led process improvement initiatives, resulting in significant cost savings and increased operational efficiency.
- Managed annual budgets allocated for logistics operations diligently optimizing available resources without compromising service quality.
- Monitored logistics performance and identified improvement opportunities.
- Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
- Managed logistics budgets and forecasting to achieve cost-effective operations.
- Selected, trained and developed logistics personnel to achieve high-performing teams.
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
- Developed and maintained knowledgeable and productive team of employees.
- Reduced worker accidents by implementing improved safety standards and monitoring procedures.
Logistics Manager
Ryder Supply Chain Solutions
02.2014 - 07.2015
- Ensured regulatory compliance in all aspects of logistics operations, including transportation safety standards and customs requirements.
- Improved on-time delivery rates by optimizing transportation routes and scheduling.
- Managed a team of logistics professionals, providing coaching and guidance for career development and skill enhancement.
- Conducted regular audits of logistics practices to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions accordingly.
- Meticulously tracked shipments from origin to destination, proactively addressing any delays or issues that arose during transit.
- Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
- Resolved shipping discrepancies by coordinating customer and courier communications.
- Monitored logistics performance and identified improvement opportunities.
- Coordinated dispatching of 120 drivers to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
- Selected, trained and developed logistics personnel to achieve high-performing teams.
- Increased team productivity by leading training sessions on best practices in logistics and supply chain management.
- Strengthened relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring alignment of logistics operations with overall business goals.
- Enhanced team collaboration and communication, leading to more efficient problem-solving during peak operational periods.
- Managed cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of products, maintaining high customer satisfaction levels.
- Drove continuous improvement initiatives in logistics department, fostering culture of innovation and efficiency.
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
- Developed and maintained knowledgeable and productive team of employees.
- Led improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies and increase revenue.
- Reduced worker accidents by implementing improved safety standards and monitoring procedures.
- Reviewed established business practices and improved processes to reduce expenses.
Education
Jackson County High School
McKee, KY05.1976
Skills
- Distribution Management
- Supply Chain Management
- Operational management
- Team Management
- Logistics Management
- Work Delegation
- Logistics Oversight
- Logistics Analysis
- Transportation Management
- Mentoring and training
- Strategic Sourcing
- Transportation management systems
- Route Optimization
- Continuous Improvement
- Safety standards
- Budget Planning
- Relationship Building
- Team Collaboration
- Customer Service
- Decision-Making
- Logistics Processes
- Schedule Management
- Supply Chain Solutions
- Staff Supervision
- Staff Management
- Daily Operations Management
- Transportation Coordination
- Safety Management
- Cost Reduction
- Fleet Management
Training and showing horses
We own, train, and show Tennessee Walking Horse as a hobby and family project.
Timeline
Group Logistics Manager
Ryder Supply Chain Solutions
01.2019 - Current
Senior Logistics Manager
Ryder Supply Chain Solutions
07.2015 - 01.2019
Logistics Manager
Ryder Supply Chain Solutions
02.2014 - 07.2015
Jackson County High School
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