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objective

experienced freight management professional eager to contribute broad-scope

expertise toward optimizing operations in a management capacity.

 

career profile

ø  highly knowledgeable with many years of comprehensive experience in freight handling, logistics, personnel leadership, training, operations coordination and shipping & receiving.

ø  extensive professional training and education.

ø  self-driven, effective analyst and designer with strong decision-making and evaluation skills.

ø  strategically coordinate personnel to maximize performance in executing operations.

 

professional experience

saia motor freight, fontana, ca                                                                                           2000 - 2010

operations manager (2007-2010)

       promoted to position due to exemplary performance in earlier supervisory role.

       trained and managed personnel covering loading and unloading operations and planned scheduling to optimize operations.

       coordinated with other facilities to maximize logistical efficiency, freight volume and driver coverage.

       facilitated service standards at 98% and was team member of group recognized seven times as president s club award winners and best in class for facilities operation.

 

dock supervisor (2000-2007)

       ensured punctual shipment of all outbound freight, trained and led dock personnel and maximized crew safety.

       member of management team which won terminal of the year award twice, facilitating promotion to operations manager.

 

motor cargo, newark, ca                                                                                                     1998 - 2000

dock supervisor

       promoted to lead supervisor, working directly with operations manager, for successfully achieving 99% on-time service.

       oversaw processing of all outbound freight, assuring adherence to time-sensitive goals/requirements.

       trained dock crews on proper loading/unloading techniques while assuring compliance with all safety regulations and company regulations.

 

viking freight systems, san leandro, ca                                                                             1986 - 1998

dock supervisor & field line coordinator (1994-1998)

       in addition to directing dock personnel in fulfilling loading/unloading tasks, was responsible for control tower activities, which included managing freight operations/trailer movements, dispatching/scheduling drivers and assigning delivery runs.

       promoted from previous position for excellent performance and winning of multiple awards.

 

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weights and research inspector (1992-1994)

       ensured correct weight and classification for all shipments to determine proper payments.

       edited bills of lading to maintain accuracy, reported alterations to management and educated customers regarding shipment classifications.

       implemented employee reward system to increase profitability and was first inspector to achieve $1mm in regained revenue, otherwise lost to misclassification.

 

dockworker & hostler (1986-1992)

       loaded and unloaded shipments, ensured safety and careful freight handling and assisted yard crews.

       promoted to above position for superior performance and operational excellence.

 

 

 

education

saia university management & operations training, 2003

viking university management skills training, 1996

alameda college auto mechanics program, 1985

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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cover letter text

 

date

 

 

 

hiring agent name

title

company name

address

city, state   zip code

 

dear                   :

 

i am currently seeking a challenging career opportunity in a management capacity and am submitting my resume for your review. in advance, i thank you for your time and consideration.

 

as demonstrated in the accompanying resume, my professional qualifications include over 25 years in the freight handling sector, leading to my most recent title of operations manager for the saia motor freight organization.  during my career, i have held responsibilities for personnel management and training, developing an in-depth understanding of logistics, providing broad-based operations coordination and being fully-versed in all facets of shipping and receiving.  during my tenure in several assignments, i was the leader of teams that received management accolades due to performance excellence, which resulted in my being promoted to the next level of responsibility.

 

to complement this background, i possess strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. as an employee, you will find me to be an enthusiastic and disciplined team player, committed to supporting you in achieving your objectives through superior performance.  i am confident that i could be a valuable asset to your firm, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future to further discuss my areas of experience and expertise that would be a contribution to your organization.

 

 

 

sincerely,

 

 

 

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