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Marion, Ia, Us

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States

• Build and maintain relationships with current and new carriers to support existing and growing network of freight.• Complete daily position processes such as entry and update of load data, check calls, carrier communication, and proper handoff for load success.• Work closely with colleagues in attaining successful communication to ensure freight is covered at the best rates and carriers.• Procure and respond to reliable carriers that meet customer load requirements to move freight while utilizing negotiation tactics to obtain the best rates and services.• Ensure proper execution of freight by communication equipment, service, and other requirements to carriers.• Utilize computer systems, standard processes, and company programs to increase throughout and strengthen carrier relationships.• Maintain well-organized materials, files, and system data that allows work to be broken down into logical steps to help better anticipate and eliminate roadblocks and delays.

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States

• Oversaw a team of driver managers (6) on executing load plans, managing safety compliance policies, ensuring driver satisfaction and retention, and create/maintain an efficient and profitable utilization while delivering an elevated level of customer service.• Monitored key performance indicators; on-time delivery/service, fleet costs, utilization. Analyzed results, ensuring attainment of objectives, and taking corrective action(s) as necessary.• Provided leadership and supervision of the daily operations and work activity of drivers and driver managers.

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States

• Managed a fleet of 35 to 45 trucks of independent contractors. • Managed safety compliance policies, executing load plans, and scheduling automotive maintenance, allowing for regulation-compliant and safe working environment/reduction in workplace injuries.• Communicated load plans and ensured execution of load plans for on-time service. • Driver retention and satisfaction.• Customer satisfaction by ensuring freight was delivered on time.• Ensured drivers remained compliant with DOT regulations.• Executed driver payroll weekly.• Responsible for scheduling preventative maintenance on equipment.

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States

• Collaborated with operations team members to ensure safety policies were taught and followed.• Investigated incidents/accidents to find a root cause and created training to deter/end the behaviors causing the incidents/accidents.• Completed weekly audits on the facilities notating hazardous areas that may cause accident or injury.• Collaborated with the client/customer on facilities and worked proactively to correct/repair hazardous areas on site.• Developed and administered training procedures for onboarding new hires.

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

• Managed a fleet of 35 to 40 trucks and company drivers.• Managed safety compliance policies, executing load plans, and scheduling automotive maintenance, allowing for regulation-compliant & safe working environment/ reduction in workplace injuries.• Coordinated with operations staff by completing weekly audits, issuing performance evaluations, and creating training protocols to ensure increased driver retention.• Communicated load plans and ensured execution of load plans for on-time service.• Driver retention and satisfaction.• Customer satisfaction by ensuring freight was delivered on time.• Ensured drivers remained compliant with DOT regulations.• Executed driver payroll weekly.• Responsible for scheduling preventative maintenance on equipment.