Stefan Alger
Verdi,NV
Summary
Driven entrepreneur with a proven track record in small business operations and personnel management, notably at KWAW Logistics, Inc. Excelled in scaling operations, enhancing financial performance through strategic cost management, and spearheading contract negotiations. Demonstrated expertise in operations management, fleet maintenance and human resources, achieving significant growth and operational efficiency.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Owner/Operator
ESA, LLC
06.2022 - Current
- Launched successful product lines or services that met consumer demands while adhering to strict quality guidelines.
- Improved financial stability by closely monitoring expenses, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and implementing budget controls.
- Negotiated contracts with customers and vendors to secure favorable terms of service.
Logistics Business Owner
KWAW Logistics, Inc
06.2008 - 06.2022
- Started and operated a logistics company and built it from 1 truck and employee to over 60 vehicles and 90 employees before the company sold.
- Recruited drivers and other employees, trained all new employees and focused on employee retention.
- Researched, financed and purchased all vehicles in the fleet. This included fleet maintenance, parts procurement and inventory for the fleet and maintaining a maintenance schedule for all vehicles.
- Negotiated with vendors to keep all parts and maintenance withing budget.
- Ensured compliance with all relevant regulations by staying current on industry requirements and implementing necessary changes in operations.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
- Implemented efficient systems for inventory management, order processing, and shipping logistics.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Communications
University of Nevada, Reno
Reno, NVSkills
- Small business operations
- Sales tactics
- Operations Management
- Sales strategy
- Inventory Control
- Financial Reporting
- Contract Management
- Personnel Management
- Human Resources
- Contractor negotiations
- Employee Training
- Vendor Relationship Management
Accomplishments
4-time Safety Excellence annual award recipient for contract work through FedEx.
Affiliations
- Nevada FFA Foundation President
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Business Owner/Operator
ESA, LLC
06.2022 - Current
Logistics Business Owner
KWAW Logistics, Inc
06.2008 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Business Communications
University of Nevada, Reno
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