Shawn Stephens

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Director of Operations @ Bulk TransitIndustry Professional | Six Sigma Black Belt | Strategic Project Manager | Results-Driven Operations Leader @ Plain City, OH, US
Plain City, OH, US
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Plain City, Ohio, United States, United States
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About Shawn Stephens

As a resourceful Director of Operations and certified Six Sigma Black Belt, I continuously apply LEAN Six Sigma initiatives while directing strategic process and business improvement. I'm also an agile leader capable of directing strategic channel distribution, operations, service development strategies, and client relationship building. My demonstrated success of increasing profit capacity regardless of the fast-paced and ever-changing environment, and in the face of economic turmoil shows my adaptability. With 20+ years of expertise, I have proven hands-on experience leading key initiatives that increase corporate competitiveness, while supporting $25+Million in P&L operations within the logistics & transportation industry. I have a strong foundation in leadership, coaching, and development and have successfully managed 100+ cross-functional employees across large geographic regions. A willingness to travel without limitation allows me to span large geographical areas, and go where the needs are.My detailed analytical skills and strong financial acumen have allowed me to facilitate financial success within my operations, developing plans and actions needed to grow and maintain strong margins within a challenging industry. I am well versed in the operational, business development, regulatory and compliance landscape, in addition to service offerings, such as shop and wash rack services. My professional roles ➡️ Division General Manager, Region Manager, Owner/CEO, Branch ManagerMy Military background ➡️ U.S. Marine Corps Team Leader in Desert StormMy Education ➡️ A Bachelor of Business Administration with a concentration in Project Management.My Competencies ➡️ Transportation Management and Logistics | Fleet Management | Supply Chain Management and Optimization | Inventory Management Third Party Logistics | DOT, Hazmat, OSHA, and Environmental Regulation and Compliance | Chemical Handling | Commercial Shop Safety Procedures | Pricing and Contracts | Business Development | Customer Service | Full P&L Responsibilities | Six Sigma | Project Management | Change Management | Risk Management | Process Management | Team Building | Human Resources Management | Distribution Administration | KPIs

Shawn Stephens's Current Company Details
Bulk Transit

Bulk Transit

Director of Operations @ Bulk TransitIndustry Professional | Six Sigma Black Belt | Strategic Project Manager | Results-Driven Operations Leader
Plain City, OH, US
Shawn Stephens Work Experience Details
  • Bulk Transit
    Bulk Transit
    Plain City, Oh, Us
  • Bulk Transit
    Director Of Operations
    Bulk Transit Sep 2023 - Present
    Responsible for operations for Bulk Transport
  • Groendyke Transport
    Area Operations Manager
    Groendyke Transport Jul 2021 - Aug 2023
    Enid, Ok, Us
    Direct responsibilities for the Houston operation, as well as the Western Gulf region spanning Angleton TX, Houston, Longview TX, Lake Charles LA & Baton Rouge.Responsibility for truck-line, shop & tank wash operations covering both chemical and fuel hauling operations.Facilities management includes trucking terminal, shop & wash rack, chemical & waste storage, permitting, etc.
  • Clean Harbors
    Operations Manager
    Clean Harbors May 2021 - Jul 2021
    Norwell, Ma, Us
    Working directly with the project leader built new industrial waste tank cleaning wash rack facility & operations for Clean Harbors to capitalize on cost savings opportunities and revenue generation projected at $12+ million annually.Designed & implemented safety & operational procedures for operations that were before unfamiliar to Clean Harbors.Implemented & managed permitting and set up SOPs to ensure all regulatory compliances were met.RCRA hazardous waste & responder certified through 40hr HAZWOPPER- Houston Area Safety Council
  • Coal City Cob Company, Inc.
    Southern Region Manager
    Coal City Cob Company, Inc. Apr 2019 - Feb 2021
    Apply expertise in the development of short- and long-term strategic, logistical, financial, and operational plans that support aggressive profit goals, logistics optimization, cost reduction initiatives, and workforce efficiencies. • Serve as a catalyst for profitable growth, establishing a net margin growth rate of 9% over two years and through an economic downturn by combining analytical, creative, issue resolution and decision-making skills, adding value in change management, training, logistics, inventory, and process improvement.• Apply proven accomplishments and Six Sigma methodologies to identify and/or develop operational & business processes, KPIs, financial controls, and quality improvement methods to satisfy client and company requirements.• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with an articulate and persuasive style, and proven ability to gain buy-in and influence at all levels of the organization to ensure optimal levels of performance.• Maintain accountability for large percentage of company staff, with particular success in staff restructuring, hiring and retention, sales and customer service, and implementation of new policies and procedures.• Lead 120-member team across multiple locations, ranging from hourly to mid-level management staff, with budgeting and P&L responsibility for $25m in annual revenue generation for multi-state territory.• Both chemical & waste hauling operations, to include stainless & lined vac trailers and van freight.
  • Corps Transportation & Logistics Group, Llc
    Owner/Ceo
    Corps Transportation & Logistics Group, Llc Oct 2018 - Dec 2019
    Successful startup of a van freight transportation company. By utilizing my industry knowledge and experience, combined with my business skills I opened Corps Transportation & Logistics Group, LLC. This included formation of the business and incorporation, establishment of our operating authority with the FMCSA, obtaining all required permitting and insurances, development of proper hiring and DOT compliance guidelines and leasing on of our independent contractor fleet. Development of lease, payroll systems, and accounting functions for multiple independent contractors, tracking of all required items such as HOS, miles and fuel tax, etc. Over the year that this company was in operation I was contracted with Amazon & J.B. Hunt, generating over $250,000 in revenue over the operating year, and showing solid profitability.I made the decision to close the company when I took the position with Coal City Cob and moved to Texas, transitioning my operations over to my lead driver and operations manager to continue service to our customers. Overall this was a very successful experience, producing a solid return on a minimal investment, and providing me with valuable experience.
  • Miller Transporters, Inc.
    General Manager Commercial Shop Operations
    Miller Transporters, Inc. Jul 2016 - Apr 2019
    Jackson, Mississippi, Us
    Develop and execute project to expertly established new operations, create business development opportunities while maintaining ownership of full P&L of $3.6M in annual revenue for 25,000 sq. ft. fleet for commercial shop operations across five strategic locations in five separate states.• Grew revenue from $0 to $3.6M in first 3 years of establishing a new commercial shop division, while establishing industry-leading equipment turnaround times, with a work turn-back as low as 2%.• Established inventory procedures specific to commercial inventory management to ensure proper controls, inventory flow-through and charge out to ensure no inventory loss or excess.• Expertly managed HR and talent acquisition functions for 22 cross-functional employees from shop managers to mechanics, with clear communication, inspired leadership, and articulate and persuasive style.• Decreased facility lease cost 25% by identifying more cost-effective facility locations, negotiating lucrative contracts, eliminating redundancies, and uncovering multiple opportunities for operational efficiencies.• Researched industry changes and competitor actions, and brainstormed with executive group to facilitate the development of new commercial division, and recommended strategic growth opportunities.• Provided industry expertise in the establishment of pricing based on market (generates and review dedicated contracts), mitigate claims, issue and conflict resolution, safety, and compliance.
  • Business-In-Motion Consulting
    Owner- Experienced Professional Consultant For The Transportation Industry
    Business-In-Motion Consulting Mar 2016 - Apr 2019
    Our Mission Statement:“Through a Boots on the Ground approach, we will provide consulting & management services that strive to truly enhance performance, efficiency, and profitability for our clients.”This means:We do not stop at simply identifying issues, or even suggesting solutions. We roll up our sleeves, and dig in with you to enact true and lasting change across all levels. By developing SMART goals and specific action plans, then diving in to help implement these plans, we will work as project managers to gain the desired results.In this role:Built and grew startup from the ground up that focused on applying Six Sigma principles with a hands-on approach to produce proven results, steadily gaining solid reputation as a performance-driven change management leader across multiple industries for multimillion-dollar organizations.• Contracted with local Appalachian fuel hauler to improve operational performance & driver/union relations.• Collaborate with operations management team to identify issues, develop strategic change initiatives, and oversee implementation.• Facilitated a clientele generating $3.6M in annual revenue with an 80% focus in commercial operations. • Founded a trucking company (Corps Transportation & Logistics) from the ground up in 2 ½ months from incorporating the business and obtaining operation authorities, establishing the customer base and driver force, to maintaining compliance with government regulation to establishing driver payroll. • Developed Corps Transportation into a profitable entity with Amazon as the largest contracted customer prior to turning the business over to my Operations Manager in 2019.
  • Trimac Transportation
    Branch Manager | Region Manager
    Trimac Transportation Jul 2007 - Mar 2016
    Calgary, Alberta, Ca
    Successfully delivered performance improvement plans for national clientele, consisting of 14 branch locations across multiple states, generating $75M+ in annual revenue in bulk transportation, logistics, and related services. • Directly oversaw $12M in P&L responsibilities, identified industry trends, understood client behaviors, and implemented change management processes that ensured continued profitability and operational excellence.• Used Six Sigma methodologies to design and manage projects that provided an environment of continuous improvement.• Mentored and inspired 75 cross-functional personnel for transportation and commercial shop & wash rack operation, establishing & maintaining proper inventory controls, ensuring streamlined training, increased focus of safety, and adherence to complex compliance regulations.• Expertly managed the high expectations and changing needs of a diverse customer base, ensuring the lowest total cost solutions, while delivering excellent and consistent company returns.• Oversaw operational start-ups encompassing finance, talent acquisition, training, compensation and benefits, legal, compliance, and general admin of several multi-million-dollar accounts.• Collaborated with managers to develop/grow business, identify opportunities/ threats, and streamline operations, resulting in well-performing, client-driven, and growth-focused operations with 98+% service levels.
  • Ctl_Comcar Industries
    Terminal Manager
    Ctl_Comcar Industries 2004 - 2007
    Us
    As a terminal manager, responsible for management of approximately 25 administrative, and workforce personnel for trucking operation. Annual revenue generations of $3+ million, with full P&L management responsibilities.Managed on sight maintenance operated by 3rd partyResponsible for contract and rate reviews for local accounts
  • Miller Transporters, Inc.
    Terminal Manager
    Miller Transporters, Inc. 1998 - 2004
    Jackson, Mississippi, Us
    As a terminal manager, responsible for management of approximately 25 administrative, and workforce personnel for trucking and shop operation. Annual revenue generations of $5+ million, with full P&L management responsibilities.Trained as an Emergency Responder, acted as designated responder for the mid-west area.As a dispatcher starting with Miller in Nitro, WV, I was responsible for running a 50+ owner-operator dispatch, with major shipper accounts including DuPont, Union Carbide, ICL, and FMC.

Shawn Stephens Skills

Transportation Transportation Management Trucking Operations Management Logistics Freight Truckload Logistics Management Fleet Management Ltl Change Management Management Dot Regulations Shipping Team Building Supply Chain Warehousing Supply Chain Management 3pl Inventory Management Container Freight Forwarding Dispatching P&l Supply Chain Optimization Contract Negotiation Process Improvement Dot Compliance Analysis Coaching Performance Management Customer Service Warehouse Operations Project Management Hazardous Materials P&l Management Budgeting Forecasting Distribution Logistics P&l Analysis Team Management Distributed Team Management Regulatory Compliance Fleet Operations Inventory Control Osha Business Development Business Process Improvement Change Project Management

Shawn Stephens Education Details

  • American Intercontinental University
    American Intercontinental University
    Project Management

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