Thomas Luigs
Southaven,MS
Summary
Adept at driving cost reductions and enhancing supply chain efficiency, I leveraged technology and negotiation skills at RXO / XPO Logistics to optimize transportation management. Demonstrated expertise in logistics management and cold calling, achieving significant improvements in freight rate negotiations and carrier compliance. Renowned for geographical expertise and a proactive approach, I excel in fast-paced environments.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Carrier Procurement Supervisor
RXO / XPO Logistics
Jacksonville, FL
03.2018 - 06.2024
- Negotiated rates based on current market trends.
- Tracked shipment progress using GPS technology or other tracking systems.
- Communicated with drivers and warehouse personnel to expedite loading and unloading processes.
- Analyzed Carrier performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and implemented corrective actions.
- Maintained accurate records of all transactions in a CRM system.
- Created reports summarizing performance metrics related to freight costs, transit times, carrier compliance.
- Reviewed contracts with vendors to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
Freight Broker
C:H: Robinson
Jacksonville, FL
03.1997 - 03.2018
- Developed and maintain a network of reliable carrier to meet customer shipping needs.
- Collaborated with logistics team members to optimize transportation routes.
- Conducted regular reviews of freight rates for existing clients as well as potential ones.
- Cold called new customers to increase profits.
- Developed relationships with freight carriers to negotiate competitive rates and services.
Ramp Agent
Federal Express Corporation
Memphis, TN
01.1991 - 03.1997
- Completed load planning, and insured, proper and weight balance for aircraft
- Operated conveyor belts, push-back tractors and aircraft tugs daily.
- all outbound flight documentation, including hazardous shipment paperwork
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of Memphis
Memphis, TN12-1993
Skills
- Cost reduction
- Transportation management
- Technology use
- Supply management
- Geographical expertise
- Load management
- Supply chain
- Intermodal transportation
- Negotiation
- Cold calling
- Price quoting
- Logistics management
- Shipment tracking
Timeline
Carrier Procurement Supervisor
RXO / XPO Logistics
03.2018 - 06.2024
Freight Broker
C:H: Robinson
03.1997 - 03.2018
Ramp Agent
Federal Express Corporation
01.1991 - 03.1997
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of Memphis
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