Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Technical Acumen
Timeline
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SANDY HILDEBRAND

Calgary,Canada

Summary

Talented professional with several years of experience and successful career in planning, developing, and executing events and initiatives to achieve maximum potential. Creative and highly strategic with excellent leadership and client relations abilities. Professional and outgoing with success in building relationships and attracting new clients. Entrepreneurial professional offering progressive experience in operations leadership. Skilled at identifying and implementing process improvements to drive efficiency and productivity.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Founder & Vice President

Premium Direct Logistics
Calgary, AB
10.2023 - Current
  • Identified operational challenges and implemented solutions to streamline processes effectively.
  • Established strategic partnerships with key industry players to drive business growth.
  • Developed and executed strategies for scaling operations domestically and internationally.
  • Oversaw development and maintenance of company website and e-commerce platforms.
  • Created strategic business plans to transition startup from concept to operational success.
  • Drove revenue growth through cultivation of successful client relations.
  • Formulated and implemented strategic plans to align with company objectives.

Logistics Specialist & Freight Broker

Docktor Freight Solutions Corp
Calgary, AB
08.2021 - 09.2023
  • Organized and monitored logistics documents, including bills of lading and delivery receipts.
  • Managed inbound and outbound schedules to optimize goods flow.
  • Coordinated import and export operations while adhering to strict deadlines.
  • Collaborated with team members to enhance integration of processes and operational efficiency.
  • Dispatched local and long-distance carriers daily.
  • Communicated timely updates to customers and management regarding delays and emergencies.

Founder & Freight Broker

Premium Direct Transport
Okotoks, AB
04.2018 - 04.2019
  • Developed and executed strategic business plans, guiding startup to operational success.
  • Ensured compliance with legal and regulatory requirements for effective operations.
  • Designed and launched innovative products and services aligned with market needs.
  • Established strategic partnerships with key industry players to drive growth.
  • Negotiated and closed deals with suppliers and clients to enhance efficiency.
  • Managed finances, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting to stakeholders.
  • Cold called prospective customers to boost revenue.
  • Verified shipments against client orders to ensure accuracy.

Senior Account Manager & Freight Broker

Target Transportation
Calgary, AB
08.2008 - 08.2016
  • Exceeded performance goals while overseeing multiple accounts.
  • Formulated strategic plans to expand business operations and enhance client base.
  • Developed productive relationships with business representatives to identify needs and align solutions.
  • Collaborated with customers to create tailored business and account strategies.
  • Maintained comprehensive knowledge of customer objectives and industry trends.
  • Served as primary contact for client concerns, ensuring timely issue resolution.
  • Renewed existing accounts by fostering strong client relationships.
  • Utilized CRM tools to monitor client interactions and sales opportunities.

Realtor, Commercial & Investment Properties

Independent
Calgary, AB
01.2004 - 06.2005
  • Generated property lists tailored to specific client requirements.
  • Scheduled home viewings for potential buyers to enhance engagement.
  • Promoted properties through advertisements, open houses, and multiple listing services.
  • Researched market trends to determine competitive pricing strategies.
  • Represented clients in significant real estate transactions with professionalism.
  • Coordinated communication with inspectors, lenders, and pest control companies to uphold purchase agreements.
  • Prepared essential forms for transactions, including contracts and closing statements.
  • Facilitated closing processes by reviewing contracts and resolving issues pre-closing.

Education

Realtor Designation -

Calgary Real Estate Board
Calgary
05-2004

Sales & Human Relations Course -

Dale Carnegie
Calgary, AB
04-2004

Skills

  • KPI monitoring and analysis
  • Accounting principles
  • Data management
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Client relationship management
  • Policy improvement
  • Team leadership
  • Freight brokerage sales
  • Sales strategies
  • Revenue generation
  • Contract negotiations
  • Flat deck trucking

Accomplishments

  • Created and managed two freight brokerages with average gross profit margins of 20%, leveraging positive reputation within industry and engaging in cold calling to establish and grow customer base. Utilized pre-existing professional relationships with preferred transport companies to ensure optimal rates and services for all clients.
  • Formulated and implemented standardized templates to improve efficiency of project tracking system, organizing important data including number of required loads into columns thus facilitating ability to provide customers with relevant information during project inquiries.
  • Drove significant YOY revenue growth via exceptional customer service techniques, managing a multitude of large national accounts and responding to RFQs within 1 hour. Additionally surpassed multiple records pertaining to monthly sales revenues.
  • Received Personal Achievement Award, garnering recognition from classmates for demonstrated excellence during course assignments and presentations (with Dale Carnegie)

Technical Acumen

  • Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
  • Tailwind
  • Axon

Timeline

Founder & Vice President

Premium Direct Logistics
10.2023 - Current

Logistics Specialist & Freight Broker

Docktor Freight Solutions Corp
08.2021 - 09.2023

Founder & Freight Broker

Premium Direct Transport
04.2018 - 04.2019

Senior Account Manager & Freight Broker

Target Transportation
08.2008 - 08.2016

Realtor, Commercial & Investment Properties

Independent
01.2004 - 06.2005

Realtor Designation -

Calgary Real Estate Board

Sales & Human Relations Course -

Dale Carnegie
SANDY HILDEBRAND