Skip Wilson
Republic,MO
Summary
Seasoned transportation leader with over 15 years of experience in the industry. Proven in improving safety, service, and fleet performance through strategic leadership and data-driven decisions. Key contributor to acquisitions, successfully integrating new operations and optimizing existing processes. Skilled in managing diverse teams, fostering a safety-first culture, and leveraging technology to maximize revenue and efficiencies, with continued focus on cost reduction. Passionate about advancing safety standards and driving positive change in the trucking industry while balancing profitability and driver satisfaction.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager
Wilson Logistics
05.2022 - Current
- Lead a 24/7 driver support team to achieve premium safety, service, and profitability of OTR, Regional, and Dedicated fleets
- Work directly with new and existing customers to increase customer satisfaction, new freight opportunities, and maintain relationships to grow as partners.
Senior Area Manager
Wilson Logistics
06.2021 - 05.2022
- Lead a customer service and planning team over the Rocky Mountain region to maximize fleet revenue while operating at a top level service performance.
- Communicated directly with customers via phone, email, customer portals, and in person site visits.
Terminal Manager
Wilson Logistics
07.2019 - 06.2021
- Provided on site leadership for Operations, Training, Safety, Compliance, Recruiting, and Maintenance while maintaining overall site efficiencies to provide a great place for driving and non driving associates to work.
- Direct supervision of operations in 3 other locations in the Pacific Northwest.
Director of Fleet Operations
Wilson Logistics
10.2017 - 07.2019
- Lead 24/7 driver support teams in Missoula MT, Yakima WA, Pacific WA, and Portland OR.
- Directly supervised the OTR driver training program.
Fleet Manager
Wilson Logistics
01.2012 - 10.2017
- Directly manage a fleet of 60 OTR drivers to maximize safety, service, profitability, and overall efficiencies.
- Moved to Missoula MT in April of 2014 during an acquisition of Jim Palmer Trucking to convert driving and non driving associates to new ownership and merge fleet operations into parent company.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Logistics And Supply Chain Management
Missouri State University
Springfield, MO12-2011
Skills
- Ability to build relationships and lead towards constant progress
- Understanding how to reduce cost and maximize revenue, while making the drivers job more enjoyable
- Employee relations and conflict resolution
- Construct and implement processes and policies to achieve company goals
Timeline
Operations Manager
Wilson Logistics
05.2022 - Current
Senior Area Manager
Wilson Logistics
06.2021 - 05.2022
Terminal Manager
Wilson Logistics
07.2019 - 06.2021
Director of Fleet Operations
Wilson Logistics
10.2017 - 07.2019
Fleet Manager
Wilson Logistics
01.2012 - 10.2017
Bachelor of Science - Logistics And Supply Chain Management
Missouri State University
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