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Managed active loads via phone, email, text, or TMS messages to recievers, shippers, carriers and sales staff. Sourced carriers via DAT load board or with existing carriers to handle shipment of plant material. Resolved issues with carriers and customers by identifying and implementing viable alternatives to original plan. Input and tracked orders into TMS system with rock solid margins. Accurately negotiated, booked and prorated freight across many multi-pick/multi-drop orders. Always ensured cargo arrived correct, on time and under budget. Excelled in the fast paced environment of a startup.

Grayson, Georgia, United States

- Streamline product delivery system, including daily scheduling of deliveries to minimize fuel usage and maximize profit; schedule up to 1,000 deliveries annually- Consistently surpass annual sales goal year over year; achieved 176% of 2018 goal and 210% of 2019 goal; received Badger Award in 2020 for exceptional sales accomplishment- Purchase up to $350k of equipment annually; coordinate truck and equipment usage between four Georgia locations; manage supply inventory- Oversee a fleet of 4 class 8 rigs, 10 trailers, and 2 class 6 trucks; manage fuel usage records and receipts for company vehicles and equipment, including lifts, loaders, rigs, and yard trucks- Implement and maintain ELOG system for entire corporate fleet of 20+ vehicles- Manage Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) score and DOT inspections; retain daily DOT logbooks for travel of dump truck deliveries- Successfully supervise and efficiently schedule 6 drivers

Grayson Georgia

Consistently exceeded monthly sales targets by implementing a more efficient delivery system, resulting in an average of 8% increase in sales. Created seminars to educate commercial customers on topics including installation and continuing education courses. Led team to win landscape trade show "best of show booth award" 4 times. Ensured proper vehicle maintenance.

Snellville Georgia

- Repeat recipient of Employee of the Month and Installer of the Month recognition- Increased sales productivity by 14%; ranked top salesperson in district 3 months in a row- Magnolia Master Installer certified; served as district installation troubleshooter- Led team of 12 installers; trained employees statewide on providing expert-level customer service