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THOMAS SULLIVAN

Overland Park,KS

Summary

Successful, experienced transportation and logistics expert. Having spent more than 20 years in the transportation industry. I have gained a wide variety of experience, including international, to help solve any transportation need, from organizing a few pallets to arranging & executing a complete transportation outsource. Consistently recognized for exceeding expectations, providing best in class service, and serving as a successful Manager and mentor.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Commercial Sales Director

CH Robinson
10.2019 - Current
  • Successfully merged four teams across geographic barriers to establish a successful P&L with motivated employees
  • Trained and mentored newly promoted Managers and Leaders across our group
  • Oversees the overall strategic vision, development, and relationships for the P&L
  • Measures, monitors, and communicates updates regarding performance against office business plan and updates plan as necessary on a regular basis
  • Develops and grows relationships with Key and Strategic Customers
  • Ability to manage and develop a successful team/business through great adversity including major corporate initiatives, physical workplace changes and a global pandemic
  • Assesses and understands market opportunities and trends, and how market conditions impact business performance and financials
  • Continues to network and leverage relationships across the organization to develop deeper business knowledge and help form key partnerships for strategic development
  • Sets office talent acquisition strategy and ensures adherence to talent acquisition policies and best practices.

Capacity Director

09.2015 - 09.2019
  • Worked closely with organizational leadership to guide operational strategy.
  • Oversaw operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.
  • Monitored office workflow and administrative processes to keep operations running smoothly.
  • Monitored and coordinated workflows to optimize resources.
  • Established departmental performance goals and provided feedback for underperforming areas.

General Manager

CH Robinson
01.2011 - 08.2015
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
  • Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
  • Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
  • Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.

Education

B.A - Business, Economics

Loyola University
Chicago, IL

Skills

  • Consistent Leader, Mentor, and Networker
  • Built and Managed high performing teams from inception to turn around
  • Successfully Managed across a variety of cultures, personalities, and job families

Timeline

Commercial Sales Director

CH Robinson
10.2019 - Current

Capacity Director

09.2015 - 09.2019

General Manager

CH Robinson
01.2011 - 08.2015

B.A - Business, Economics

Loyola University

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