yyyyyy x. yyyyyy                                                    0000 xxxxxx xxxx , xxxx , xxxxx 00000

                                                                                                                                                  xxx-xxx-xxxx

                                                                                                                                               abc@xyz.com

 

objective

logistics specialist with expertise in transportation, shipping, delivery, cargo tracking and distribution management eager to contribute to the success of a dynamic company in the role of transportation manager.

 

career profile

ø  over 21 years of relevant shipping, freight management, distribution and logistics background.

ø  demonstrated abilities in directing critical operations in a challenging environment.

ø  well-qualified to perform in distribution, logistics and supplier sourcing activities.

ø  background in inventory auditing, budgeting and master planning.

ø  adept in staff supervision and coordination of activities.

ø  capacity in scheduling, deliveries, loss prevention and warehouse management.

ø  proven supervisor and trainer of logistical and shipping personnel.

ø  expertise in all facets of effective freight-handling and distribution operations.

ø  adept in program development, management and oversight.

ø  deliver measurable contributions to increased productivity and profitability.

ø  strong organizational, management and analysis skill sets.

ø  knowledgeable in meeting stringent organizational goals.

 

professional certifications

cpr certification

first aid certification

private pilot certification

 

 

professional experience

oregon transfer company, portland, or                                                                                     2003 - present

transportation and logistics manager

       direct and oversee dispatching, routing, vehicle tracking, safety, union and government contracts.

       implement schedule and policy changes, establish goals and develop procedural manuals.

       monitor expenditures, coordinate operations, analyze budget and develop cost-saving measures.

       negotiate union agreements, authorize spending, conduct safety, hazmat training and inspections.

       conduct accident investigations, research and select vendors and interview and train staff members.

       turned-around negative cash flow to 30% annual increase.

 

gresham transfer, inc, portland, or                                                                                                1995 - 2003

dispatch supervisor

       dispatched trucks from nine terminals and supervised over 80 local drivers.

       performed customer service, processed orders and scheduled deliveries.

       monitored drivers for dot compliance and administer company policies.

 

 

other experience

previously, was owner of yyyyyy x. yyyyyy trucking and was a police service officer ii for the city of ventura, ca.

 

 

 

 

yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

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education/training

ventura college, ventura, ca

certificate, pc32 criminal justice

 

ventura police academy, camarillo, ca

certificate, police activities

 

oxnard college, oxnard, ca

diesel technician course

 

nsc professional truck driving, city, state

defensive driving course

supervisor s reasonable suspicion drug & alcohol course

 

oregon trucking association, city, or

dot hours of service rules course

trailer maintenance course

air conditioning systems course

air brakes course

drivelines course

suspension course

preventive maintenance course

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

yyyyyy x. yyyyyy                                                    0000 xxxxxx xxxx , xxxx , xxxxx 00000

                                                                                                                                                  xxx-xxx-xxxx

                                                                                                                                               abc@xyz.com

 

 

cover letter text

 

 

 

 

date

 

 

 

hiring agent name

title

company name

address

city, state   zip code

 

dear                   :

 

i am currently seeking a challenging career opportunity in a transportation manager capacity and am submitting my resume for your review.  in advance, i thank you for your time and consideration.

 

as demonstrated in the accompanying resume, my professional qualifications include over two decades of distribution and delivery management experience. to complement this background, i possess demonstrated expertise in logistics, supervision and administration, as well as managerial, analytical and problem-solving capabilities. as an employee, you will find me to be an enthusiastic and disciplined team player, committed to supporting you in achieving your objectives through superior performance. 

 

i am confident that i could be a valuable asset to your firm, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future to further discuss my areas of experience and expertise that would be a contribution to your organization.

 

 

 

 

sincerely,

 

 

 

yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

 

 

 

 

 

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