Vladimir Milojkovic
Glenview,Illinois
Summary
Results-driven CEO with forward-thinking approach centered on company success and competitive growth. Demonstrated record of success in building successful teams and managing profitable operations. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level agent position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Dedicated transportation professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
CEO
Qubex Transportation Inc
12.2020 - Current
- Built productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives.
- Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Reviewed individual department performance and worked with leadership to improve processes, procedures and practices.
- Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive and performance-oriented business culture to lead industry in innovation and push progress.
- Determined vision and strategic direction for [Type] area and coordinated resources to achieve targets within optimal timeframes.
General Manager
Windy City Carriers Inc
04.2011 - 12.2020
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules and contract negotiations.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures and technology systems.
- Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
- Delivered business strategy and developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency
Operations Manager
Atlas SN Inc
08.2008 - 04.2011
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications and missed deadlines.
- Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe or ineffective practices.
- Set, enforced and optimized internal policies to maintain responsiveness to demands.
- Devised processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels.
- Assessed supplier quality to maintain tight cost controls and maximize business operational performance.
- Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
Fleet Supervisor
WALMART Hub- HUD Transportation
01.2005 - 08.2008
- Implemented business plans to improve overall fleet performance.
- Maintained clean and safe assets and fleet work environments.
- Developed cross-functional partnerships to drive initiatives and leverage internal resources.
- Drove fleet stability and minimized significant events through active analysis and review of fielded engine performance.
- Worked closely with personnel, customers and contractors to resolve problems.
- Motivated workers to exceptional performance through implementation of new strategies.
- Oversaw preventive maintenance and scheduled repairs to maximize vehicle and equipment performance.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Premier Freight Exchange
01.2002 - 01.2005
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Inspected vehicle and equipment before and after every trip to monitor routine wear and identify larger maintenance issues.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Maximized load safety by balancing, securing and weighing products.
- Completed preventive maintenance and mechanical repairs on vehicles.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks and forklifts.
Education
Ph.D. - Metallurgical Engineering
University Of Belgrade
Belgrade, Serbia06.2024
M.D. - Metallurgical Engineering
University Of Belgrade
Belgrade, Serbia06.2002
Skills
- Business Alliance
- Market Trend Expertise
- Organizational Turnaround
- Annual Planning
- Strategic Planning
- Operational Leadership
- Business Management and Development
- Recruiting and Hiring Top Talent
- Business Consulting
- Balanced Work Ethic
- Results Orientation
- Solution Innovation
- Mission and Vision
- Approachable and Outgoing
Languages
Serbian
Native or Bilingual
Croatian
Full Professional
English
Full Professional
Macedonian
Full Professional
Bulgarian
Professional Working
Timeline
CEO
Qubex Transportation Inc
12.2020 - Current
General Manager
Windy City Carriers Inc
04.2011 - 12.2020
Operations Manager
Atlas SN Inc
08.2008 - 04.2011
Fleet Supervisor
WALMART Hub- HUD Transportation
01.2005 - 08.2008
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Premier Freight Exchange
01.2002 - 01.2005
Ph.D. - Metallurgical Engineering
University Of Belgrade
M.D. - Metallurgical Engineering
University Of Belgrade