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Work History
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Willie Terrell

Montgomery,AL - ALABAMA

Summary

Highly accomplished, versatile Transportation Operations Supervisor with extensive background supporting U.S. military operations, including logistics, supply chain management and training of high-impact teams within everchanging environments. Dynamic leader,consistently achieves outstanding results while building and maintaining strong, loyal relations with both clients and colleagues. Moves and relates effortlessly across all levels of management.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Transportation Operations Supervisor

United States Marine Corps
Montgomery, AL
07.2003 - 05.2023
  • Conducted inventory checks and resolved discrepancies.
  • Organized and maintained order documentation.
  • Kept deliveries on track and provided timely status updates.
  • Monitored and organized logistics documents, bills of lading, delivery receipts, packing lists and load tags.
  • Managed inbound and outbound delivery schedules for optimal flow of goods.
  • Scheduled material deliveries, equipment repair and shipment transportation.
  • Improved lines of communication between company and customers.
  • Coordinated import and export operations, adhering to tight schedules and deadlines.
  • Communicated with customers and management to report delays, emergencies, weather challenges and carrier schedule changes.
  • Planned and prioritized day-to-day shipments and billing in collaboration with warehouse and sales team.
  • Aided senior leadership with report generation to utilize process improvements.
  • Determined appropriate licensing requirements and product classification for import and export shipments.
  • Logged, processed and followed up on merchandise authorization shipments in databases.
  • Worked with team members to improve process integration and flow.
  • Dispatched local and long-distance carriers daily.
  • Improved profits by streamlining shipping and delivery procedures.
  • Monitored daily operations to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
  • Trained personnel on proper handling techniques for hazardous materials.
  • Developed and implemented policies and procedures for efficient transportation operations.
  • Assisted in developing budgets for transportation costs and expenses.
  • Managed fleet operations including vehicle selection, maintenance scheduling, and fuel management.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Business Management

American Public University System
Charles Town, WV

Skills

  • Increasing Efficiency and Productivity
  • Operating Forklifts
  • Warehousing and Delivery
  • Inspecting Goods
  • Coordinating Transportation
  • Attention to Detail
  • Team Guidance and Management
  • Schedule Coordination
  • Decision Making
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Maintenance Planning
  • Oral Presentation
  • Safety Practices

Certification

  • Motor Transport Operators School, USMC - 2003
  • Dispatchers Course, USMC - 2004
  • Certified Licensing Examiner, USMC - 2006
  • Operators Course, USMC - 2009
  • Vehicle Operator Egress Trainer, USMC - 2010
  • Forklift Operator - 2010
  • Staff Operations Chief Course, USMC - 2013

Accomplishments

  • Retired and honorably discharged after serving 20 years in the United States Marine Corps
  • Coordinated and Supervised all logistical assets for the 44th presidential inauguration (awarded Navy Marine Corps Achievement Medal and Certificate of Appreciation)
  • 3 combat tours serving as motor transports mission commander
  • Awarded (3) Navy and Marines Corps Commendation Medals and (4) Navy and Marines Corps Achievement Medals

Timeline

Transportation Operations Supervisor

United States Marine Corps
07.2003 - 05.2023

Some College (No Degree) - Business Management

American Public University System
Willie Terrell