Valentin Cardona
Alpharetta,GA
Summary
Bilingual Supervisory Logistics Coordinator with 18+ years of proven experience in logistics operation in America. Accomplished measurable results while leading teams of 75+ in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Possess a comprehensive background in Safety Operations, Quality and Resource Management derived from conducting domestic and global safety operations. Managed risk upon multiple lines to protect assets, property, and equipment valued over $3M while meeting the expectations of senior leadership. Possess extensive knowledge in Logistics, Strategic Thinking, and Relationship Management. A Career supported by a Master of Business Administration.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Fleet and Equipment Logistics Coordinator
NGT GROUP LLC
01.2022 - Current
- Served as the Deputy Logistics Coordinator providing executive supervision over 5 functional areas of Property, Maintenance, Transportation, New Equipment Fielding, and a $2M budget with zero discrepancies
- Responsible for planning, developing, and directing logistics operations across local and state lines
- Oversaw Executive Inspections for all business locations
- Evaluated employee performance and made improvement recommendations, determined objectives, and adjusted staffing as required to ensure even workloads among Project Supervisors
- Managed and developed effective safety training programs, Policies, and employee evaluations
- Conduct fleet inspections to ensure that all equipment and machines are in good working order to avoid hazards
- Managed all administrative tasks for the company's Safety Program, including the assembly of all OSHA requirements
- Monitor fleet management systems and software such as vehicle tracking, driving behavior analysis, fuel management, and route monitoring
- Monitor driver's Hour of Service (HOS) system and video events to identify at-risk drivers
- Work with Maintenance to ensure all equipment is up to date and that it meets DOT / FMCSA standards
- Conducted and managed weekly and monthly safety meetings and seminars in order to provide safety trends analysis and updates on safety policy.
Senior Operations Supervisor
Cardinal Logistics Management Corporation
Orlando, FL
07.2016 - 03.2022
- Planned, organized, monitored, and executed the organization's maintenance discipline program inspections
- Monitored and analyzed the equipment readiness status of the organization's motorized fleet
- Coordinated equipment recovery and evacuation operations with the appropriate departments
- Established maintenance and repair schedules based on equipment density, unit mission, and availability of parts, tools, and personnel
- Conducted and recorded yearly maintenance inspections, site visits, and quality control/assurance validations domestically and internationally
- Monitored, implemented, oversaw, and enforced standard reporting for test, measurement, diagnostic equipment, hazardous material, and operational tempo program to prevent delinquencies.
Operations Coordinator (UPS)
Pinnacle Technologies, LLC
Orlando, FL
07.2013 - 07.2016
- Supervised operations order, and daily tasking; devised detailed plans which support execution of the mission and executive staff intent
- Developed and deconflicted support needed to execute the organizations training operations with zero discrepancies
- Analyzed project needs including project plans and delivery schedules, established project management strategies, and recommended the appropriate level of planning, scheduling, and control
- Led communication planning and execution activities including the development of all organization-wide communications and delivery schedule
- Set up project schedules, identified interdependencies with other project managers, estimated manpower requirements and budgets.
Scale Master Manager
Progressive Waste Solutions
Orlando
07.2010 - 07.2013
- Supervised the daily tasking of the organization's assets, accurate and timely submissions of the organizational status report, planning subordinate organization's safety training, prepared, and published operational procedures, plans, and training programs
- Identified and resolved problem issues and concerns as efficiently and effectively as possible using critical thinking skills
- Outlined company policies, procedures and expectations of employees reducing violations and keeping employees on target with company goals
- Conducted planning, dispatching and backhaul activities while providing excellent customer service.
Operations Manager
KP Express Delivery
San Juan Puerto Rico
03.2005 - 07.2010
- Established and maintained effective collaboration with counterparts as well as other relevant stakeholders, private sector, and government agencies
- Created multiple custom reports, including a stoplight report capturing deviation to baseline schedule and budget
- Assumed responsibility for overall quality and success of projects with a get things done attitude by providing a focused eye for details and a relentless pursuit of excellence
- Oversaw operational demonstrations and issuance of formal corrective actions to include acceptance and closure while maintaining site configuration control
- Planned, organized, resourced, and managed all organization safety training.
Education
Master of Science - Business Administration And Management
Bachelor of Business Administration, International
Phoenix, AZ06.2014
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Bachelor of Business Administration, International
San Juan Puerto Rico 06.2010
Skills
- English/Spanish
- Quality Control/Assurance
- Risk Mitigation
- Customer Service
- Leadership
- Data Analysis
- Claim Management
- Scheduling and Compliance
- Behavior Based Safety
- Problem Solving
- Training and Development
- Policy Implementation
- Critical Thinking
- OSHA / DOT Regulations Standards Knowledge
- Organization/Communication
- English/Spanish (Bilingual)
- Computer Proficiency
- Safety Monitoring Software
- Vendor Management
Education Certifications
- Master of Business Administration, University of Phoenix
- Bachelor of Business Administration, International American University of Puerto Rico
References
Upon Request
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Fleet and Equipment Logistics Coordinator
NGT GROUP LLC
01.2022 - Current
Senior Operations Supervisor
Cardinal Logistics Management Corporation
07.2016 - 03.2022
Operations Coordinator (UPS)
Pinnacle Technologies, LLC
07.2013 - 07.2016
Scale Master Manager
Progressive Waste Solutions
07.2010 - 07.2013
Operations Manager
KP Express Delivery
03.2005 - 07.2010
Master of Science - Business Administration And Management
Bachelor of Business Administration, International
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Bachelor of Business Administration, International