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Vincent Thompson

Cedar Springs,MI

Summary

Dedicated professional with extensive experience in project advising, skilled at managing multiple projects, adhering to strict deadlines, and ensuring optimal resource allocation. Strong analytical abilities and methodical approach to problem-solving, consistently delivering high-quality results with minimal errors. Conscientious about maintaining order and efficiency, emphasizing solid work ethic and commitment to achieving project goals.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Construction Project Advisor

Perfectly Square Exteriors
02.2024 - Current
  • Developed and executed project plans, schedules, budgets and deliverables to ensure successful completion of projects.
  • Implemented creative sales techniques to upsell and increase average order value.
  • Generated new leads through cold-calling, networking, referrals and located opportunities for market expansion and business growth.
  • Maximized sales opportunities by effectively cross-selling products and services.
  • Utilized effective communication techniques to ensure all stakeholders were kept informed of project developments.

Logistics Specialist/Freight Broker Agent

Modular Transportation
02.2021 - 02.2024
  • Monitoring the progress of shipments throughout transit, providing updates to clients, and addressing any potential delays or issues
  • Utilized problem solving skills when faced with unexpected challenges during order fulfillment processes.
  • Coordinated transportation services including scheduling pick-ups and deliveries, tracking shipments, negotiating rates, and ensuring on-time delivery of goods.
  • Maintained excellent working relationships with customers by efficiently responding to inquiries and complaints.
  • Implemented and developed supply chain strategies to optimize efficiency.
  • Devised routing plans and schedules to facilitate safe and timely delivery of goods.
  • Built and established relationships with staff and vendors.

Supply Chain

Spectrum Health Systems
11.2020 - 02.2021
  • Supply chain, stocking supplies

Logistics Coordinator/Strategic Business Analyst

DSV
12.2018 - 04.2020
  • Implemented new procedures for improved efficiency in warehousing operations and order fulfillment process.
  • Monitored performance metrics to identify areas for improvement in supply chain processes.
  • Negotiated contracts with carriers to secure competitive freight rates while ensuring quality service standards.
  • Established relationships with key stakeholders to ensure smooth flow of information throughout the supply chain network.
  • Utilized computer systems to track shipments from origin to destination and generate reports accordingly.
  • Enforced and maintained safety and quality standard operating procedures.
  • Organized and maintained records for all shipments including bills of lading, invoices, customs documents.
  • Collaborated with cross functional teams such as sales, customer service, finance to resolve issues related to deliveries or billing discrepancies.
  • Implemented cost-effective solutions to streamline logistics operations.

Logistics Coordinator

Dennen Steel
04.2010 - 10.2018
  • Dispatching, ordering in and out-bound freight, keeping physical and electronic inventory of product, tracking product production for shipment, pulling and staging orders for shipment, creating bill of ladings and pack slips
  • Daily customer and employee contact via email and phone, making critical decisions for financial and consumer growth for the company
  • Working with and leading a team to accomplish daily, weekly, and monthly scheduled tasks
  • Had over 7 years of perfect attendance

Driver

Dennen Steel
04.2010 - 05.2010
  • Maintained clean driving record and obeyed traffic laws and regulations.
  • Provided excellent customer service throughout delivery process.
  • Transported people to appointments and destinations on schedule.

Education

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -

CEDAR SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL
Cedar Springs, MI
01.2004

Skills

  • Project management expertise
  • Data analysis
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Time management
  • Reliability
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Sales performance management
  • Sales strategy expertise
  • Coaching skills
  • Self motivation

Timeline

Construction Project Advisor

Perfectly Square Exteriors
02.2024 - Current

Logistics Specialist/Freight Broker Agent

Modular Transportation
02.2021 - 02.2024

Supply Chain

Spectrum Health Systems
11.2020 - 02.2021

Logistics Coordinator/Strategic Business Analyst

DSV
12.2018 - 04.2020

Logistics Coordinator

Dennen Steel
04.2010 - 10.2018

Driver

Dennen Steel
04.2010 - 05.2010

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -

CEDAR SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL
Vincent Thompson