Assistant Operations Manager / Foreman

• Dec 2017 - Present

Contribute to the efficient planning, effective oversight, and safe execution of the rail operations at the Port of Virginia, Norfolk International Terminal. Coordinate and manage a group of over 80 personnel per shape to load and deramp containers on rail cars over a rail yard consisting of over 20 tracks, serving 12 hubs throughout the Mid-Atlantic to the Midwest. Proud to be a part of the Port of Virginia, where more cargo is moved by rail than any other U.S. East Coast Port. Contribute to the efficient planning, effective oversight, and safe execution of the rail operations at the Port of Virginia, Norfolk International Terminal. Coordinate and manage a group of over 80 personnel per shape to load and deramp containers on rail cars over a rail yard consisting of over 20 tracks, serving 12 hubs throughout the Mid-Atlantic to the Midwest. Proud to be a part of the Port of Virginia, where more cargo is moved by rail than any other U.S. East Coast Port.

Logistics Consultant

• Jan 2016 - Dec 2017

Provide a service to find motor carriers for manufacturers/suppliers that need shipping to transport their goods. Vet motor carriers by verifying their insurance, authority, and safety records aiming to make sure my clients goods get delivered on time, in good condition and with no problems. Equipped with all necessary documents and contracts for smooth transactions. Maintain good communication from origination to destination. Provide a service to find motor carriers for manufacturers/suppliers that need shipping to transport their goods. Vet motor carriers by verifying their insurance, authority, and safety records aiming to make sure my clients goods get delivered on time, in good condition and with no problems. Equipped with all necessary documents and contracts for smooth transactions. Maintain good communication from origination to destination.

Outside Sales Representative

• Jun 2016 - Nov 2017

Establishing business relationships by listening to clients needs and providing superior service. Establishing business relationships by listening to clients needs and providing superior service.

Parts Manager

• Feb 2004 - Oct 2015

● Developed standard operating procedures for tracking of workflow activities and task accountability ● Conducted company assessment needs and restructured office set­up for efficiency ● Accounted and budgeted organizational funds and other financial matters ● Effectively handled administrative duties including employee scheduling, preparation of bank deposits, accounts payable, personnel paperwork, and preparing reports ● Managed all aspects of operation including checking on maintenance of equipment, housekeeping, parking lots and grounds ● Controlled operating expenses, protect company assets and reduce potential liabilities ● Identified and recommended cost saving measures based upon analysis and budget recommendations ● Ensured proper payroll and personnel administration, price changes, labeling, scheduling and information distribution ● Verified vendor billing and other related activities ● Responsible for monitoring inventory, sales forecasting for daily demand, calculating lead­time between order placement and order receipt ● Managed and supervised personnel interviews, selection and training ● Designed accounting procedures and weekly sales forecasting ● Received company wide customer service awards ● Proven track record for setting yearly operating budget and exceeding yearly goals multiple years running Show less

Parts Specialist

• 2003 - 2004

Service Manager

• 2001 - 2003

Service Manager

• 1997 - 2001