Wesley Widdows
Springville,UT
Summary
Forward-thinking team leader skilled at operating departments efficiently to meet goals. Successful background matching employees with roles for maximum performance. Proactive and hardworking individual focused on continuous operational improvement. Results-oriented Operations Supervisor with more than 8 years of progressive Logistics experience. Exceptional business acumen, administrative strengths and program management abilities.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Logistics Coordinator
Thermon Manufacturing Co Inc
Salt Lake City, UT
09.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with sales and customer service teams to address client concerns and expedite orders when necessary.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations, reducing the risk of fines or penalties.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure successful implementation of Salesforce projects.
- Reduced transportation costs by negotiating favorable contracts with carriers.
- Implemented a warehouse organization system that increased storage capacity and accessibility.
- Trained new employees on logistics procedures, promoting a consistent approach across the team.
International Logistics Specialist
GTMS Logistics
Bluffdale, UT
04.2023 - 08.2024
- Reduced shipping costs for the company by negotiating better rates with carriers and optimizing shipping routes.
- Oversaw customs clearance procedures, navigating complex regulations to avoid costly fines or delays in shipments.
- Evaluated new technologies and software solutions for their potential benefits in streamlining logistics processes within the organization.
- Managed supplier contracts effectively, balancing cost savings with reliable service from vendors to maintain operational standards consistently high.
- Streamlined international logistics processes by implementing efficient tracking and documentation systems.
- Worked with modern business SaaS applications and communication tools.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams for successful execution of global logistics projects.
Invoicing Manager
Namify
02.2022 - 11.2022
- Expanded cross-functional organizational capacity by collaborating across departments on priorities, functions and common goals.
- Controlled costs and optimized spending via restructuring of budgets for labor, capital assets, inventory purchasing and technology upgrades.
- Performed statistical analyses to gather data for operational and forecast team needs.
- Prepared and mailed invoices to customers, processed payments and documented account updates.
- Evaluated success of training programs and recommended improvements to upper management to enhance effectiveness.
- Researched and obtained relevant course materials to achieve training objectives.
Operations Supervisor
FedEx Corporation
10.2014 - 02.2022
- Monitored supply chain and managed logistics functions for the company.
- Enforced regulatory and company policy compliance to improve workplace and employee safety and readiness.
- Oversaw daily loading and unloading of outbound trailers, replenishing of pallets, inventory management and supervising work of team.
- Processed inbound and outbound shipments with high accuracy by directing associate teams and managing inventory processes.
- Motivated and trained employees to maximize team productivity.
- Developed and deepened relationships with customers, vendors and internal stakeholders.
- Answered customer inquiries regarding shipments and provided updates on package arrival.
- Developed strong interpersonal and communication skills from interacting professionally with dispatchers, upper management and peers.
- Communicated route progress, noting traffic and construction issues to avoid delays for critical deliveries.
Education
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Life Pacific College
San Dimas, CA12.2011
Skills
- Logistics expertise
- Customer Relations
- Inventory management
- Effective leader
- Coaching and mentoring
- Client account management
- Staff training/development
- Collaboration
- Attention to Detail
Timeline
Logistics Coordinator
Thermon Manufacturing Co Inc
09.2024 - Current
International Logistics Specialist
GTMS Logistics
04.2023 - 08.2024
Invoicing Manager
Namify
02.2022 - 11.2022
Operations Supervisor
FedEx Corporation
10.2014 - 02.2022
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Life Pacific College