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Timothy Burnite

Sicklerville,United States of America

Summary

Dynamic and results-oriented Transportation and Logistics Management Professional with over 26 years of extensive experience in international ocean freight, supply chain management, domestic transportation, customer service, management, and sales. Recognized as a proven leader with a strong track record of motivating and developing high-performing teams to drive sustained growth in fast-paced environments. Exceptional communication skills foster the development of robust internal and external relationships, enhancing collaboration and operational efficiency. Known for a persistent and open-minded approach, consistently achieving sales targets and increasing revenues while aligning efforts with organizational objectives.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Director – Transpacific Trade, Ocean Freight

BDP Transport, INC
01.2015 - Current
  • Direct strategic initiatives to achieve Increases in Gross Income, Profitability, and TEU (Twenty-foot Equivalent Units) Volume. Managed and Cultivated Inbound Supply Chain, with $150 M spend. Partnered successfully with Sales and Operations with acquiring new potential clients and maintaining and cultivating existing customers. Work with Operational Supply Chain personnel to offer the best solutions for transactional shipments and routing options.
  • Increased Division Margin on Ocean Freight from $1.8M (2013) to $17.9M (2024)
  • Increased TEU shipped from 12K (2013) to 63.4K (2024)
  • Negotiated Global contracts with SS Lines, Vendors, to reduce costs and increase profitability.
  • Reduced Core Vendors from 16 down to 7, therefore increasing productivity of vendors and improving relationship and synergies within each company.
  • Developed Core LCL (Less than Container Load) (Less than Container Load) provider program to increase revenue, productivity, and reduce costs through Import supply chain.
  • Work with Operation teams throughout US, Asia, India, and Europe to route cargo for customer Supply Chains to be the most Economical and Cost Effective; as well as delivering Best Global Logistical Solutions for the Customer.
  • Travel to local offices in Asia to discuss strategic goals for our group and operations. Meet with local vendors to negotiate and set SOPs for operations.
  • Liaise directly with Sales and Business Development to design a program for completing Customer RFQ’s and RFP’s.
  • Meet regularly with Director of Operations and Chief Transportation Officer to review KPI’s, set strategic goals for growth and development, and create and maintain yearly budget.
  • Leveraged professional networks and industry knowledge to strengthen client relationships.
  • Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
  • Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.

Import Procurement Manager

BDP Transport, INC
09.2009 - 12.2014

Manager Import Operations

BDP Transport, INC
06.2005 - 08.2009

Import Supervisor

BDP Transport
10.2001 - 05.2005
  • Recruited to start new department within BDP Transport for new Pricing team. Managed 4 employees by providing quotations to Operations and Sales. Worked directly with departments, clients, and vendors to achieve corporate goals set by management.
  • Developed program for AMS system with BDP Transport
  • Maintained Tariffs and System for all Import shipments.

Account Executive

Daylight Transport
06.1998 - 10.2001
  • Developed extensive client base while maintaining smaller existing customers located within the specified territory. Negotiated service agreements and domestic tariffs; built strong internal and external relationships; managed inside sales support; re-evaluated market conditions on a weekly basis and forecasted on a quarterly basis; satisfied target plans while adhering to strict budgetary constraints; entertained clients locally and participated in many industry events.

Account Manager - International and Domestic

APA International, INC
06.1994 - 06.1998
  • Responsible for the marketing of multi-trade import and export international ocean services, as well as local domestic clients; negotiation of service contracts; researching existing and potential clients via the Internet and “PIERS Report Generator” for targeting program; liaising daily with senior level and trade management, operations, logistics, finance, customer service, inside sales, overseas headquarters, and agents to ensure the sales cycle is successfully completed.
  • Increased market share for both imports and export volumes by 50% in the first year.
  • Satisfied weekly targeted volume budgets for all major export trade lanes consistently.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Economics, Management

Millersville University
Millersville, PA
01.1992

Skills

  • Contract Negotiations
  • Strategic Planning / Development / Execution
  • Time and Resource Optimization
  • Training and Development
  • Organizational Skills
  • Leadership
  • Conflict resolution
  • Charismatic leader
  • Analytical thinking

Affiliations

Office, Excel, Power Point, Word

Prior Experience

During my early career, I gained extensive knowledge in Sales, Operations, and Customer Service in working for Enterprise Rent-A-Car and BDP International. Awarded Customer service awards and Peer Applause Awards from both companies for going “above and beyond” work ethics to satisfy customer expectations.

Timeline

Director – Transpacific Trade, Ocean Freight

BDP Transport, INC
01.2015 - Current

Import Procurement Manager

BDP Transport, INC
09.2009 - 12.2014

Manager Import Operations

BDP Transport, INC
06.2005 - 08.2009

Import Supervisor

BDP Transport
10.2001 - 05.2005

Account Executive

Daylight Transport
06.1998 - 10.2001

Account Manager - International and Domestic

APA International, INC
06.1994 - 06.1998

Bachelor of Arts - Economics, Management

Millersville University

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