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Denver, Colorado, Us

Highlands Ranch, Co, Us

Provide direct oversight of fleet operations, including repair/maintenance, third-party logistics, vendor relationships, delivery operations, and CDL driving schools. ➨ Manage budget and reporting for ~60 locations.➨ Spearhead strategic planning, regulatory compliance, risk mitigation, policies, and internal controls. ➨ Manage service-level agreements and KPIs. ➨ Prepare data-based forecasts and pursue process/ROI improvements. ➨ Supervise 6 direct reports and oversee a total organization of 290.KEY ACHIEVEMENTS★ Challenged 13 managers to lead Lean Six Sigma projects that realized savings in 3PL spend, vendor downtime, driver callouts and load time, and accidents.★ Eliminated overspending by creating a declining balance checkbook purchase order system and SharePoint site for PO tracking.★ Saved $MM and reduced downtime by transitioning transportation and fleet maintenance in-house.★ Launched entry-level driver training (ELDT) schools in Colorado and Arizona to address a chronic driver shortage. ★ Maintained a 90% retention rate among Pioneer-trained drivers as compared to an industry standard 20%.★ Transitioned fleet maintenance from a paper-based system to Assetworks Fleet Focus, enabling cradle-to-grave tracking of repairs and assets and proper parts inventory tracking.★ Delivered 98% on-time preventive maintenance (PM) completion.★ Contributed to the development of a proprietary dispatch system.★ Improved on-time delivery by 15%. ★ Added onboard dashboard cameras across the fleet; significantly reduced accidents.★ Authored a Mechanic’s Code© that improved accountability, engagement, and performance decreased vehicle downtime; and allowed mechanics to focus on quality of repairs. ★ Created “Five & Five” process that ensured every vehicle leaving a Pioneer location met DOT, FMCSA, safety, and cosmetic standards. ★ Upgraded aboveground storage tanks (ASTs) to comply with OSHA requirements.

Purchase, New York, Us

Director of Logistics, Transportation, and Distribution ➨ OTR and Ocean Freight ➨ ContractsPromoted to manage distribution for 10 production facilities in the Western US, including Hawaii and Alaska. ➨ Ensured on-time delivery for 270+ OTR and ocean freight lanes and compliance with federal, state, and DOT regulations. ➨ Managed freight for internal companies, including Starbucks, Frito-Lay, Quaker, and Gatorade. ➨ Developed and managed a $MM annual budget and related forecasting. ➨ Negotiated and managed contracts with 3rd-party carriers and brokers for delivery of inbound and outbound freight. ➨ Supervised a team of 4 direct report managers, 7 supervisors, and 190 drivers in union and non-union plants.KEY ACHIEVEMENTS★ Developed strategic procurement plan based on capacity planning and networking optimization for 100,000+ annual shipments, utilizing a mix of private fleet and third-party carriers.★ Negotiated carrier contracts that beat standard benchmark inflation by more than 2.5%.★ Reduced shipping containers to Hawaii by implementing co-load strategies for Frito-Lay and Gatorade projects (a Kaizen/Six Sigma project). ★ Saved costs by cancelling carriers and converting OTR lanes of less than 225 miles to the fleet.★ Recognized for the company’s best US safety and service record for two consecutive years.★ Chaired the Rolling Remembrance event that raised $460K+ for the Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation.

Purchase, New York, Us

Director of Fleet Maintenance ➨ Parts Inventory Management ➨ Continuous Improvement Managed 72 fleet Western US maintenance locations. ➨ Directed equipment maintenance and parts inventory for more than 7,500 assets ranging from class 1 to class 8 heavy-duty tractors to material handling equipment (MHE). ➨ Oversaw third-party maintenance locations, ensuring adherence to PepsiCo guidelines. ➨ Utilized data analysis to identify KPIs to drive continuous improvement. ➨ Led 5 direct report managers, 14 supervisors, and 160+ indirect report mechanics. ➨ Managed $MM P&L, budgets, and forecasting. KEY ACHIEVEMENTS★ Delivered $MM in productivity and 99% on-time PM performance through asset optimization and reduction of third-party maintenance.★ Developed and implemented the three-year Strategic Vision and Mission Statement for the fleet, introducing personal accountability and employee purpose into the daily operations.★ Created the Fleet 360 initiative to support front-line mechanics and enhance the fleet’s image. ★ Realized an improvement in DOT Safer scores while improving the company image.★ Saved costs by renegotiating multiple supplier contracts.★ Engineered the “My Fleet” iOS app, which connected to the Fleet Focus database, allowing the real-time tracking of any asset in the field. App reconciled with the database every 24 hours.★ Developed employee scorecards, gaining visibility in staff performance; shared scores with team members to reinforce positive behaviors and identify areas for improvement.★ Implemented 800-number for roadside assistance that increased mechanic productivity and minimized downtime through immediate breakdown response.

Purchase, New York, Us

National Fleet Operations Manager ➨ Asset Management ➨ DOT Compliance Promoted to completely redefine the role, incorporating a strategic and tactical approach to manage 40,000+ assets across the US and Canada. ➨ Supported field operations for 450 locations and over 1,200 frontline personnel. ➨ Managed a $MM annual capital budget, including directing original equipment manufacturers (OEM) to oversee equipment design specifications, production and delivery. ➨ Generated and analyzed multiple reports for finance, management, and performance improvement.➨ Served as chief system administrator for the fleet maintenance database. KEY ACHIEVEMENTS★ Overhauled the database to accurately track the cradle-to-grave documentation and data integrity for all 40,000 assets. ★ Implemented DOT-compliance documentation and increased asset tracking accuracy.★ Allocated PMs by asset type and vocation, driving a reduction in total maintenance labor hours across North America. ★ Partnered with the finance team to merge automated capital and fixed asset purchasing with the database, enabling an accurate, real-time view of fleet capitalization and expenditures.★ Improved data integrity in such functions as warranty claim tracking and work order reports.★ Developed national asset disposal procedures that captured additional revenue and reduced theft while remaining compliant with SOX and internal controls.★ Designed a suite of financial tools and reports to improve transparency and accuracy in spending, forecasting, and work orders across 450 locations; the suite is still in use today.★ Saved $MM through Lean/Six Sigma schedule redesign that increased mechanic productivity/reduced labor costs.★ Reduced equipment downtime by 50% by implementing the Noregon JPRO diagnostic system.

Purchase, New York, Us

Market Unit Fleet Manager ➨ Vendor Relationships, Productivity, Budget, Forecast Took over the management of more than 1,200 assets and 9 locations in Maryland and Northern Virginia. ➨ Supervised 27 direct and indirect reports and managed supplier/vendor relationships. ➨ Developed accurate budgets and forecasts for each location. ➨ Ensured compliance with federal and state safety and environmental regulations; conducted DOT and internal audits. ➨ Oversaw fuel card program, on-site fuel systems, and parts inventory. KEY ACHIEVEMENTS★ Designed an interactive spending tool that increased forecast accuracy to 98%.★ Achieved the monthly financial plan for 21 consecutive months and reduced costs each year.★ Reduced environmental risks by removing underground fuel storage tanks.★ Initiated productivity metrics for mechanics, generating a reliable benchmark for each task and identifying quantifiable process improvement opportunities.★ Increased the sale, reallocation, or disposal of underutilized assets at each location. ★ Awarded Best Fleet Shop of the Year for two consecutive years (2008, 2009).★ Recognized as Business Partner of the Year by the Maryland State Highway Administration (2007).

Education record

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Logistics & Transportation