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Chicago, Illinois, United States

• Managed all aspects of supply chain and logistics operations for Wheatland Chicago.
• Coordinated shipments with customers and carriers for our electrical conduit, sprinkler pipe, galvanized mechanical tube, and fence framework divisions.
• Tracked performance and reported on key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure operational efficiency.
• Collaborated between multiple internal and external departments to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Developed logistics strategies using TMS to monitor carrier performance and ensure compliance with regulations.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

• Responsible for the procurement and scheduling of all steel mill outbound shipments (up to 90 trucks per day) while maintaining quick response times to 500+ direct emails per day.
• Regulated and adhered to rules, regulations, and DOT requirements with our 250+ Zekelman carrier base and ensured all carriers, freight companies, and brokers abided by proper procedures.
• Used a combination of TMS systems, SAP Interface, Microsoft Office, and phone to ensure all loads were covered to meet customer fill rate requirements.
• Communicated with sales and warehouse management in production planning regarding mill requirements, operations, and customer required ship dates.
• Researched and implemented ways to decrease costs while providing superior service and attention to detail for all shipments.
• Coordinated with warehouse/shipping department to increase loading efficiencies.

U.S. West Coast Greater Area

• Handled and implemented all functions related to the operation, support, and logistical aspects of 3 distribution centers across 2 states.
• This responsibility is a key enabler in the ability for the company for future expansion in the warehousing and distribution sectors.

Birmingham, Alabama, United States

• Performed and valued as a utility player who could excel at other facilities due to strong performance and organizational impact.
• Coordinated all aspects of operations involving shipping, distribution, and logistics for 2 steel mills simultaneously.

Greater Chicago Area

• Developed Logistical Plans, Risk Management Plan, policies and procedures geared towards supporting logistics areas of supply, transportation, maintenance, and services.
• In charge of conflict resolution and solution recommendations regarding problem areas in logistics.
• Maintained excellence in customer service by ensuring desired logistics objectives, priorities, and schedules were met while continually coordinating with environmental, safety, and other areas.
• Responsible for meeting and exceeding the requests and expectations of both internal and external customers in a manner that is most efficient to the company.
• Managed over 140 trucking routes maintaining DOT regulations and ensuring compliance throughout Wisconsin, IL, and IN.

Greater Chicago Area

• Oversaw training, administration, and logistical support for 28 stores resulting in successful operations.
• Increased gross profit 85%, transactions 119%, and overall store count by 8 and turned a failing district into a successful one.
• Maintained and performed advanced mechanical work on vehicles and field equipment.
• Analyzed route efficiency and reported company profit and loss.
• Performed audits, accounting, and analysis of store performance.

Highland

• Responsible for the accountability, training, performance, and supervision of all lower level employees.
• Recorded sales figures, analyzed and reviewed data, and coordinated forward planning.
• Updated colleagues on business performance, new initiatives, and other pertinent issues.
• Recognized and awarded as the top performing employee in the district.
• Maintained excellence in customer service by ensuring the desired objectives, responsibilities, and schedules were met.
• In charge of daily inventory and accountability of all transactions and bank deposits.

Greater Chicago Area

• Operated as the lead point of contact for all matters specific to customers.
• Consistently won awards for top sales, as well as expanded the customer base through knowledgeable, friendly, and professional service.
• Communicated new product lines, service opportunities, and special developments
• Directly supervised employees on inventory management and supply control in accordance with company policies and procedures.