Experience

ATOKA LOGISTICS, LLC

• United States
• Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Agency Owner

  • Mar 2023 - Present



LynnCo Supply Chain Solutions

• United States
• Transportation, Logistics and Storage
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Senior Procurement Specialist

  • Jan 2020 - Mar 2023

• Account Manager

  • Jan 2018 - Mar 2023

• Account Manager

  • Jan 2018 - Jan 2020



The Coca-Cola Company

• United States
• Food and Beverage Services
• 700 & Above Employee

• Senior Transportation Planner

  • Oct 2014 - Jan 2018

  Scope of Duties: Oversee transportation analysis and planning to coordinate the on-time distribution of an average of 200 daily truckloads with 9 million pounds of freight out of Southern California manufacturing facility across the entire Western Region. Coordinate with key stakeholders and internal business partners to source cost-effective, timely and efficient transportation methods including third party logistics (3PL) providers and Coca-Cola’s private fleet. * Plan and evaluate delivery routes and calculate delivery time using Oracle Transportation Management (OTM) to develop cost-effective routes and assign loads. Conduct analysis of key performance indicators (KPIs) such as level loading and utilization rates to identify cost saving opportunities. * Evaluate delivery schedule in order to proactively plan transportation methods and avoid expedited shipping rates. Consolidate shipments to balance on-time delivery with economical shipping methods. * Compile invoices, evaluate billing and analyze freight costs. Negotiate rates with carriers in order to reduce transportation costs and optimize profit margin. * Build and maintain relationships with carriers and meet personally with transportation providers to effectively understand their processes. Use effective carrier management and collaboration relationship building skills to ensure transportation needs are met and costs are controlled. Show less



United States Air Force

• United States
• Defense and Space Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Logistics and Transportation Operations Manager

  • Mar 2009 - Sep 2014

  Oversaw 40 personnel and managed the daily operations of 105-vehicle fleet of personal use vehicles, forklifts, wreckers and tractor trailers used by 5K+ personnel. Directed the dispatch and delivery of vehicles, including 24/7 shuttle bus service that moved 192K passengers and drove 80K accident-free miles.• Coordinated the logistics and inventory control of meeting 20K annual vehicle requests. Met with customers to assess their needs and determine how the division could efficiently achieve their objectives.• Maintained fleet operability rate of 98% with preventive maintenance, routine inspections and timely repairs. • Effectively prioritized dispatches in order to meet goal of 10 minute passenger pick-up and 30 minute vehicle delivery goal 98% of the time.• Directed transportation movements and coordinated the logistics of cargo delivery. Participated in load planning for up to 30% of all the heavy equipment cargo shipments at Luke AFB.• Analyzed key performance indicators (KPIs) to detect positive and negative trends; defined root cause of issues, identified inefficiencies or training needs and implemented corrective measures.• Conducted efficiency analysis using Lean/Six Sigma concepts to improve customer delivery and more effectively allocate staffing levels. Part of team that introduced sweep system that standardized delivery times and increased customer efficiency while avoiding production delays. Show less

• Dispatch Control Center Supervisor

  • Mar 2006 - Mar 2009

  Oversaw team of 7 dispatchers that dispatched 105 vehicles and 45 vehicle operators. Monitored and processed driving records, training and licensure for 7K+ personnel; issued vehicle operator authorizations.• Received and prioritized 20K annual customer vehicle requests. Ensured prompt, courteous and safe response to customer needs. • Enforced compliance with all DoT, OSHA and vehicle operations safety regulations. Implemented safety response checklists that increased contingency response preparedness. Show less

• Fleet Operations Purchasing Manager

  • Mar 2004 - Mar 2006

  Managed, planned, and coordinated all operational purchases and contracts for our department, to include utilizing multiple financial databases, to take accountability of all accounts payable requirements. Reviewed and implemented policies and procedures to support and plan United States Government requirements• Received and reviewed quotes, bids, and requested proposals from customers, vendors, and contractors.• Communicated/ met with vendors/customers on specific itemized requested requirements to finalize contracts• Successfully managed $6M vehicle fleet to include coordinating multiple vendors on/off site to complete work orders and repairs. Moreover review, verify, and process all invoices for payment on request for Department Show less