PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
USFOODSERVICE, Lexington, South Carolina
Director of Transportation (12/7/03 to 3/04/2005): Direct all transportation
activities, for largest broadline house in US Foodservice (sales/profit),
ensuring that all departmental percent to sales and cost per case goals are
met/exceeded, while maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction to drive
double digit sales growth and divisional profitability
Director of Warehouse Operations (9/1/03 to 3/4/2005) for cross-functional
training
Provide leadership for 3 transportation managers, 9 transportation
supervisors, 4 clerks and 215 drivers.
Reduced divisional safety occurrences by 36% (2004 versus 2003)
Responsible for management of the fleet (520 units)
Conduct quarterly safety meetings
Responsible for purchasing and selling of transportation equipment.
Successfully negotiated fuel contract for 2004 and 2005
Developed strong backhaul program for divisional profitability
USFOODSERVICE, Pompano Beach, Florida
Transportation Operation Manager (2003 to 12/7/03): Managed transportation
department with strong emphasis on routing efficiencies, expense reduction and
customer service. Assumed responsibility for the development and guidance of
2 supervisors, 1 clerk, 56 drivers and helpers and also warehouse personnel
Responsible for recruiting, interviewing and hiring drivers
Worked with Loss Prevention Committee to analyze methods to reduce claims
and damaged parcels
P&L responsibility
Responsible for the management of two district’s fleets within the company
(120 units) and 7 mechanics
Established quarterly driver’s safety meetings utilizing the Smith System
Responsible for the purchasing and selling of transportation equipment
(tractors and trailers)
USFOODSERVICE (formerly Alliant Foodservice), Boca Raton, Florida
Transportation Manager (2000 to 2003): Directed all transportation activities
to ensure efficient scheduling, routing, staffing and availability of delivery
equipment necessary to the smooth flow of delivering products to customers.
Managed 2 transportation supervisors, 1 clerk, 55 drivers and helpers
Established driver productivity standards and monitor performance
Utilized strong communication skills with district management and sales
personnel to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction
Responsible for recruiting, interviewing and hiring drivers
Served on various committees including: Safety Improvement, Employee
Relations Recognition
P&L responsibility
Responsible for the purchasing and selling of transportation equipment
(tractors and trailers)
Responsible for negotiating the contracts for diesel fuel
ALLIANT FOODSERVICE Metropolitan Market, Swedesboro, New Jersey
Transportation Superintendent (1998 to 2000): Supervised transportation
department and all activities therein
Managed 3 transportation supervisors, 2 clerks, 125 union drivers and
helpers
Represented company in union negotiations and grievance hearings
Established driver productivity standards and monitored performance
Utilized computerized routing system (RoadNet) and on-board technology (Cadec)
Responsible for recruiting, interviewing and hiring drivers
Work with Loss Prevention Committee to analyze methods to reduce claims and
damaged parcels
ALLIANT FOODSERVICE Metro New York Market, North Bergen, New Jersey
Warehouse Supervisor (1997 to 1998): Managed both day and night operations in
the warehouse to include supervision of 33 day union employees and 105 night
union employees. Managed warehouse activities, analyzing operation and
ensuring that the most cost effective methods for manpower utilization and
warehousing methods were implemented and achieved. Utilized engineered labor
standards (APT) to monitor productivity.
Worked closely with transportation department to create better departmental
communication flow
Developed day shift letdown program to increase overall warehouse thruput
Transportation Supervisor (1996 to 1997): Responsible for overseeing all
transportation activities, with strong emphasis on morning dispatch. Ensured
the seamless, on-time departures of all delivery drivers. Developed strong
communication system with routers to enhance routing and improve customer
satisfaction.
Developed methods to reduce driver overtime percentage
Operated as focal point for communication with sales and customer service
Truck Driver (1986 to 1996): Delivered groceries to customers in the Greater
Metro New York area, maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.
CDL License, Class A, DOT, Hazmat, and OSHA trained
Proficient on forklift, floor jack, and other powered and non-powered
equipment
UTILITY CHEMICAL COMPANY, Paterson, NJ
Shipping Clerk (1977-1986)
WEARBEST, INC, East Rutherford, NJ
Shipping and Receiving Coordinator (1975-1977)
EDUCATION
Bergen Community College, Paramus, NJ (1998 to 1999)
Major: Human Resources/Personnel
COMPUTERS
Proficient with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Lotus,
RoadNet Routing System, and Cadec On-Board Systems and Applications