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Thomas J. Zientek

Thomas J. Zientek

Transportation Manager
Church Hill,TN

Summary

Results-driven transportation professional with expertise in Car Hauling, proven track record in optimizing operations, reducing costs, and enhancing productivity. Exceptional leader skilled in team supervision, task assignment, and performance evaluation. Proficient in coordinating dispatch, scheduling, and contract negotiation to optimize shipping costs. Detail-oriented with a focus on D.O.T regulations, compliance, safety, and customer satisfaction. Strategic thinker adept at streamlining operations and improving overall performance.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Transportation Manager

Haddad Brands
2005.01 - Current
  • Managing door moves across three warehouses, optimizing workflow and enhancing organizational efficiency, while overseeing 3PL logistics
  • Leading a team of 15 drivers, promoting excellence and timely delivery through performance reviews and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Conducting regular staff performance observations, ensuring compliance with regulations and safety protocols to minimize losses from violations or damages
  • Orchestrating driver dispatch activities, coordinating schedules to meet daily delivery requirements and maximize operational efficiency.
  • Spearheading the implementation of streamlined record-keeping systems for vehicles, schedules, and order completion, enhancing accessibility and precision in information management.
  • Revitalizing organizational processes to enforce comprehensive standards, resulting in heightened quality benchmarks and surpassing customer expectations.
  • Expertly negotiated contracts with external providers, securing advantageous rates for facility leases, driving cost savings and optimizing company value.
  • Develop and manage Service Level Agreements (SLAs) for carriers and logistics providers, ensuring strict adherence to defined requirements and continuous improvement through daily oversight and process enhancements.
  • Implementing robust safety protocols and monitoring mechanisms, leading to a notable decrease in worker accidents and fostering a safer workplace environment.
  • Spearheading the procurement process for tractors, trailers, chassis, and all company vehicles, guaranteeing the availability of dependable transportation resources.
  • Proactively oversee demurrage, per diem, and detention at the piers, resulting in cost reductions and enhanced operational efficiency.
  • Fostering collaborative relationships with customer service and sales teams, employing effective communication strategies to boost productivity and elevate service ratings.
  • Directing the procurement of essential parts for sustaining transportation operations, guaranteeing streamlined equipment maintenance and prompt repairs.

Education

High School Diploma -

Marist High School
Bayonne, NJ

Skills

  • Leadership Skills
  • Communication Skills
  • Adaptability
  • Problem Solving Skills
  • Process Development & Enforcement
  • Dispatch Coordination
  • Import & Export Logistics Management
  • Team Leadership & Mentoring
  • Compliance Monitoring
  • Safety Protocols
  • Inventory Management
  • Budgeting & Cost Control
  • Record-Keeping & Documentation
  • Contract Review & Negotiation
  • Backhaul Scheduling & Implementation
  • Continuous Process Improvement

Accomplishments

    Managed and coordinated door moves across three warehouses, optimizing operations and fostering an efficient workflow organization-wide while overseeing 3PL logistics. Provided leadership to a team of 15 drivers, emphasizing a culture of excellence and punctual delivery through performance reviews and continuous improvement initiatives. Conducted regular staff performance observations to ensure adherence to regulations and safety protocols, minimizing losses from violations or damages. Orchestrated driver dispatch activities, efficiently coordinating schedules for daily delivery requirements to maximize operational efficiency. Monitored Import Customs releases, maintaining effective communication with pier operational personnel and websites to facilitate timely pickup scheduling. Proactively managed demurrage, per diem, and detention at the piers, resulting in reduced costs and optimized operational efficiency. Collaborated closely with customer service and sales teams, leveraging effective communication to enhance productivity and improve overall service ratings. Oversaw the procurement of all necessary parts for maintaining the transportation operation, ensuring efficient equipment maintenance and timely repairs.

Timeline

Transportation Manager

Haddad Brands
2005.01 - Current

High School Diploma -

Marist High School
Thomas J. ZientekTransportation Manager