Observant logistician with proven ability to coordinate and manage transportation of goods and materials. Skilled in inventory management, route optimization and supply chain management. Demonstrated success in developing strategies to reduce transportation costs and improve organizational efficiency.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
LOGISTICS COORDINATOR
ADLI
09.2022 - Current
Sourced carriers for existing customer freight movements and handled prospect quoting and RFP activities.
Expanded carrier network in the TMS, maintaining a database of lanes, equipment, and service levels.
Developed and built strong relationships with carriers to secure competitive rates, availability, and transit times.
Arranged pick-up and/or delivery of client orders, both domestically and across borders.
Tracked and traced shipments, monitoring status and relaying updates to customers.
Updated TMS with accessorial charges and ensured load completeness and accuracy for billing.
Scheduled appointments for inbound and outbound shipments.
Coordinated container and airport deliveries to warehouses.Managed CN and CP Rail container movements, utilizing web portals and planning pickups.
Tracked and traced container shipments, monitoring status and relaying updates to customer
Worked in both WMS and TMS systems to manage order fulfillment and transportation effectively.
Maintained excellent working relationships with customers by efficiently responding to inquiries and complaints.
Monitored performance of logistics operations to identify areas for improvement.
Negotiated contracts to secure favorable rates and terms.
DISPATCH COORDINATOR
HUNTER EXPRESS
02.2020 - 09.2022
Constantly updated customer web portals with up-to-date load information (e.g.Ryder, XPO, Active, Penske)
Exposure to TMS Software such as Aval, Axon ,Truck mate,Mercurygate with knowledge of tracking software such as Arion, Omnitracs, skybiz, Nextraq
Managed and directed all incoming inquiries through the emails and dispatch telephone lines to ensure a clear, efficient flow of information to the appropriate people
Planned and schedule drivers efficiently, resulting in the reduction/elimination of non-revenue hours, empty miles and an increase in driver productivity
Coordinated with maintenance and Operations to ensure that the required equipment is available
Maintained high compliance to dispatch standards and operating procedures
Assigned equipment to upcoming runs to ensure all our customer's needs will be met
Communicated with drivers to ensure that appointment delivery times are met
Booked loads on Load boards such as Load Link as required and maintained customer relations.
Presented and negotiated the rate(s) with the customer, then close and secure business
Checked weight of vehicles and load parameters against customer specifications and DOT requirements.
Maintained client files and established good connection with them that developed from spot markets to dedicated lanes.
DISPATCHER
RIGHT SERVICE RIGHT CHOICE
01.2019 - 02.2020
Scheduled and dispatched drivers to pick up and deliver loads to and from customers
Coordinated and modified daily routes to accommodate the needs of customers
Monitored any sudden route changes or road construction issues and establish new routes for timely deliveries
Assisted driver with routing directions and communicate proper execution
Maintained high compliance to dispatch standards and operating procedures
Communicated specific freight requirements and procedures to drivers
Updated customer web portals with up-to-date load information
Enforced safety procedures such as monitoring driver reports to ensure equipment safety
Analyzed transportation planning opportunities to reduce transportation cost
Ensured proper placement of trailer pool to support customer's daily requirement while maintaining cost
Exposure to TMS Software such as Aval, Axon and truck mate with knowledge of tracking software such as Arion with knowledge of E-logs, Load-link and DAT Load boards
Interpreted and adhered to DOT safety rules and guidelines
Ability to negotiate freight prices and book them according to reasonable market price.
Shipping and Receiving Clerk
XPO- LOGISTICS
04.2018 - 01.2019
Improved shipping efficiency by streamlining packing procedures and optimizing workstation layouts.
Reduced shipping errors through meticulous inspection of outgoing packages and double-checking labels.
Enhanced warehouse organization by implementing a barcode tracking system for incoming shipments.
Increased order accuracy with diligent verification of product SKUs, quantities, and destinations before shipment.
Expedited delivery times by collaborating closely with carriers to schedule timely pickups and drop-offs for shipments.
Minimized damaged goods by training team members on proper handling techniques during unloading and storage processes.
Mentored new team members on shipping and receiving protocols, fostering a collaborative work environment focused on achieving common objectives.
Used pallet jacks and dollies to load and unloaded goods from trucks and containers.
Reviewed order data to verify transactions and shipping dates.
Completed basic mathematical calculations to check weights and dimensions of shipments.
Operated equipment such as forklifts and balers to move outgoing shipments to loading area.
Rejected damaged items, recorded shortages and corresponded with shippers to rectify issues.
Packed, secured, labeled and applied postage to materials to prepare items for shipment.
Education
Logistics And Supply Chain Management
TRIOS COLLEGE -DIPLOMA
Brampton, ON
2019
High School Diploma -
Yorkdale Secondary
01.2016
Skills
Achieved high levels of multi-tasking by remaining focused and goal oriented
Fluent in English language with good communication skills that help build good interpersonal relationships
Proficient in computer skills such as Outstanding typing, MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Manage time constraints and unpredictable schedules with adaptable methodology that can Re- prioritize-and delegate task to achieve maximum efficiency