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Vadims Hohlovs

Mississauga,ON

Summary

Accomplished Operations Manager with a proven track record at TransAm Carriers, enhancing operational efficiency and driving business growth. Expert in Logistics Oversight and Organizational Management, I've significantly reduced turnaround times and fostered a culture of innovation. Demonstrated ability in P&L Management and building productive relationships, achieving substantial profit increases.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Operations Manager

TransAm Carriers
08.2015 - Current
  • Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
  • Implemented process improvement to shape organizational culture, optimize procedures for higher efficiency and help company evolve and grow.
  • Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
  • Devised processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels.
  • Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
  • Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
  • Logistics and Transportation Operations
  • Manage Equipment Utilization

CEO and General Manager

Transacr Logistics Inc.
05.2011 - 08.2015
  • Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
  • Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
  • Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive, and performance-oriented business culture to lead industry in innovation and push progress.
  • Built productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives.
  • Formulated and executed strategic initiatives to improve product offerings.
  • Safety and Compliance Control

Truck Owner Operator

Highlight Motor Freight
10.2009 - 05.2010

Owner Operator Truck Driver

  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
  • Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.

Dispatcher/Safety Manager/Driver Instructor

Danco Logistics Inc.
05.2007 - 10.2009
  • Directed dispatching, routing, and tracking of [Number] fleet vehicles.
  • Planned, organized, and managed work of subordinate staff to accomplish consistent work within organizational standards.
  • Closely monitored dispatch board to triage and prioritize over [Number] daily calls.
  • Maintained updated and detailed records of calls in physical and electronic database.
  • Communicated with drivers and personnel to coordinate timely delivery of goods and materials.
  • Minimized cost of operations by optimizing routes for drivers to align with budget.
  • Processed invoices and payments for dispatched orders to provide proof of transaction.
  • Maintained professional relationship with shippers, receivers and drivers to increase trust, reliability and rapport.

Driver

Lemko Trans
09.2005 - 05.2007
  • Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.

Education

No Degree - Freight Forwarder Advanced Certificate

Canadian International Freight Forwarders
03.2008

Skills

  • Contract Management
  • Logistics Oversight
  • P&L Management
  • Document Control
  • Customer Retention
  • Data Analysis
  • Marketing
  • Organizational Management
  • Financial Management
  • Business Development
  • Health and safety compliance
  • Maintenance Planning
  • Business Planning

Languages

English
Full Professional
Russian
Native or Bilingual
Polish
Limited Working
Latvian
Full Professional
Ukrainian
Limited Working

Timeline

Operations Manager

TransAm Carriers
08.2015 - Current

CEO and General Manager

Transacr Logistics Inc.
05.2011 - 08.2015

Truck Owner Operator

Highlight Motor Freight
10.2009 - 05.2010

Dispatcher/Safety Manager/Driver Instructor

Danco Logistics Inc.
05.2007 - 10.2009

Driver

Lemko Trans
09.2005 - 05.2007

No Degree - Freight Forwarder Advanced Certificate

Canadian International Freight Forwarders
Vadims Hohlovs