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Gurmit Singh

Surrey,Canada

Summary

Decisive, focused, organized, results oriented, and self-disciplined leader who encourages collaboration, cooperation, and teamwork with the ability to successfully challenge and motivate others. Strong negotiation, sales, and customer service expert with 15+ years' experience in 3PL logistics management. Accomplished, professional truck driver with 4+ years' experience in long and short haul delivery services in LTL, Dry van & Reefer trailers Across North America. Current Class 1 Driver's License with air; clean driver's abstract with zero accidents. Superior driving/safety/inspection record and on time delivery. Strong knowledge of Lower Mainland streets and routes across North America. Develop, maintain, and retain current clients by the delivery of outstanding, on time customer service. Able to quickly build rapport, trust, and win/win relationships with clients, team, distributors, and suppliers. Excellent hand/eye coordination, physically fit, mechanically adept with superb small and large motor skills. Strong time management, organizational, and leadership skills. Analytical, organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated, with the ability to successfully manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Described as trustworthy, reliable, dedicated, loyal, outgoing, with a positive attitude.

Professional logistics expert with proven track record in overseeing terminal operations and ensuring seamless workflow. Skilled in team leadership, operational efficiency, and safety compliance. Known for strong problem-solving abilities and adaptability to changing demands, consistently driving results and fostering collaborative environment.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Terminal Manager|Linehaul Manager|Logistics Manager

Pacific Coast Express Limited
01.2018 - Current
  • Facilitated delivery of dispatched loads by assigning boards and developing contingency plans.
  • Oversaw maintenance activities, ensuring equipment reliability and minimal downtime due to repairs or malfunctions.
  • Planned freight loads and coordinated with drivers to achieve accurate, timely delivery of products.
  • Promoted safety programs throughout terminal by conducting meetings and communicating safety program messages.
  • Dispatch drivers using TMW Software. Monitor Go Motive software for drivers Elogs. Manage load board Load Link.

P&D Manager

TForce Integrated Solutions
08.2017 - 08.2017
  • Developing and implementing scalable processes for routing, staffing, delivery operations, and package processing/sorting/storage
  • Assisting with driver management, dispatch duties, and delivery supervision
  • Leading our team to ensure a smooth operation on a daily basis and act as a point of escalation for any issues that arise
  • Managing the expansion and maintenance of company fleet and facilities
  • Building and maintaining strong relationships with our vendors and clients and overseeing day-to-day communications with relevant parties

Logistics Supervisor

SCI Logistics Inc
06.2016 - 08.2017
  • Maximize productivity by effectively allocating available resources to successfully process the daily work volume
  • Effectively communicate all pertinent information regarding process changes, goals and objectives and operational results to employees through daily shift meetings
  • Comprehend and administer all relevant policies and procedures in a fair and consistent manner
  • Resolve employee relation issues in a timely manner and escalate when required
  • Hands on direction of all activities to ensure customer and corporate requirements are met
  • Adhere to SCI Logistics' Quality Principles and Account specific Standard Operating Procedures Use of Kronos, Logfire, and other related systems
  • Adhere to all Health and Safety practices and ensure employee are following all related policies and procedures
  • Manage labour requirements to support customer's needs while ensuring SLA and shift targets are met
  • Working close with over 40+ carriers LTL, Full truck loads and overnight shipments preparing BOLs and all relevant shipping documentation
  • Also using various shipping systems UPS and FedEx
  • Provide daily updates on receiving, shipping, issues and projects
  • Other duties as assigned by Management

Owner/Operator Long Haul Truck Driver

CPN Logistics Ltd
07.2015 - 05.2016
  • Set up Owner Operator business to get hands-on experience to see how the Trucking Industry is operated in North America
  • I wanted to learn it from the ground up like similar to when I started out my Business in the UK

Owner/Operator

Accord Transport
01.2015 - 07.2015
  • Operate and drive single/double axel trucks safely with solid track record of on time delivery
  • Obtain signatures on delivery receipts
  • Perform minor adjustments needed for smooth running during the next trip
  • Deal with clients professionally, convey any complaints regarding merchandise carriage or schedule to the managers on priority basis
  • Picked up and delivered merchandise and equipment to designated locations
  • Loaded and unloaded merchandise safely
  • Maintained log book regarding mileage and fuel consumption

Owner/Operator

Centurion Trucking
10.2012 - 12.2014
  • Operate and drive single/double axel trucks safely with solid track record of on time delivery
  • Obtain signatures on delivery receipts
  • Perform minor adjustments needed for smooth running during the next trip
  • Deal with clients professionally, convey any complaints regarding merchandise carriage or schedule to the managers on priority basis
  • Picked up and delivered merchandise and equipment to designated locations
  • Loaded and unloaded merchandise safely
  • Maintained log book regarding mileage and fuel consumption

Founder and CEO

JSK Haulage LTD.
01.1998 - 12.2012
  • Managed the delivery local and overseas parcels for FedEx requiring 5 trucks making 130 stops per day
  • (1500 packages handled daily)
  • Managed and supported new business implementations, project rollouts, and increased sales by 1.5 million pounds in the first year
  • Negotiated contracts with drivers on behalf of News International and FedEx
  • Planned all routes and logistics for fleet of 200+ newspaper drivers resulting in 50% decrease in drive times
  • Continually focused on driving down expenditures and increasing profitability
  • Knowledge of national and international import/export legislation
  • Identified and corrected safety compliance issues
  • Comprehensive knowledge of logistical procedures and processes
  • Liaised with inside and outside suppliers to facilitate cost effective and profitable shipments
  • Provided transportation information and managed billing information
  • Managed quality control by ensuring that all shipped orders were correct
  • Recruited, coached, taught, and trained 200+ subcontracted fleet drivers
  • Coordinated with Shipping Receivers, Store Managers, and Logistic Supervisors to ensure customer satisfaction and increase sales
  • Performed deliveries under time constraints in demanding environments in major metropolitan areas

Education

High school diploma - General Business Studies

Stourbridge College
01.1995

High school diploma -

Holly Hall School
01.1994

Skills

  • Warehouse Safety Management
  • Task delegation
  • Distribution management
  • Customer focus
  • Training employees
  • Troubleshooting
  • Electronic Logging Management
  • Customer relations
  • Hiring
  • Strategic thinking
  • Warehouse safety

Additional Information

Decisive, focused, organized, results oriented, and self-disciplined leader who encourages collaboration, cooperation, and teamwork with the ability to successfully challenge and motivate others., Strong negotiation, sales, and customer service expert with 15+ years' experience in 3PL logistics management., Accomplished, professional truck driver with 4+ years' experience in long and short haul delivery services in LTL, Dry van & Reefer trailers Across North America., Current Class 1 Driver's License with air; clean driver's abstract with zero accidents., Superior driving/safety/inspection record and on time delivery., Strong knowledge of Lower Mainland streets and routes across North America., Develop, maintain, and retain current clients by the delivery of outstanding, on time customer service., Able to quickly build rapport, trust, and win/win relationships with clients, team, distributors, and suppliers., Excellent hand/eye coordination, physically fit, mechanically adept with superb small and large motor skills., Strong time management, organizational, and leadership skills., Analytical, organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated, with the ability to successfully manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment., Described as trustworthy, reliable, dedicated, loyal, outgoing, with a positive attitude.

Languages

English
Full Professional
Punjabi
Professional Working
Hindi
Limited Working

Interests

  • Gym Workouts
  • I participate in low-impact exercises to strengthen core muscles
  • Food Tourism
  • Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
  • Community Cleanup
  • Youth mentor, providing guidance and support to empower the next generation of leaders

Timeline

Terminal Manager|Linehaul Manager|Logistics Manager

Pacific Coast Express Limited
01.2018 - Current

P&D Manager

TForce Integrated Solutions
08.2017 - 08.2017

Logistics Supervisor

SCI Logistics Inc
06.2016 - 08.2017

Owner/Operator Long Haul Truck Driver

CPN Logistics Ltd
07.2015 - 05.2016

Owner/Operator

Accord Transport
01.2015 - 07.2015

Owner/Operator

Centurion Trucking
10.2012 - 12.2014

Founder and CEO

JSK Haulage LTD.
01.1998 - 12.2012

High school diploma -

Holly Hall School

High school diploma - General Business Studies

Stourbridge College
Gurmit Singh