Los Angeles, California, United States
Driving Efficiency, Productivity, and Growth
Responsible for the safe, timely, and efficient execution of J.B. Hunt’s Intermodal drayage operations in Stockton, CA. Lead a team of four Transportation Managers and 100+ Class A Intermodal professional truck drivers. Worked collaboratively with cross-functional team, including sales, operations, and finance to ensure alignment of transportation strategies with overall business objectives, resulting in yearly revenue increases. Used a strategic approach to successfully promote, manage, and maintain a positive work environment, to improve operational efficiency, employee engagement, and manager/ driver retention. Lead the manager and driver hiring in the Northern California region. Monitored ongoing performance progress to promote, engage, and retain employees in positions of increasing responsibility by optimizing job performance through evaluations, individual development plans, and employee recognition programs. Best Safety Culture West Region 2022 (Large Ramp)
Assign and pre-plan freight according to DOT guidelines for drivers and external carriers according to appointment times and driver availability to meet customer requirements and increase operational efficiency to reduce overall operating cost. Balance freight and equipment availability in assigned markets according to capacity, customer requirements and driver needs and manage internal capacity to match freight volume. Coordinate equipment pools availability at customer sites, market locations and/or rail ramps to balance available assets and meet operations and customer needs. Resolve service issues promptly to meet and exceed customer requirements and maximize service levels for customer retention. Meets and exceeds productivity goals for operations to minimize empty miles and maximize stops to reduce costs. Match load assignment requirements to driver's available hours to maintain hours of service and Company regulations. Coordinate with Customer Experience Reps and/or appointment team on resetting freight based on rail updates, missed appointments, etc., to protect service. Monitor pick up and delivery times against driver performance to maintain optimum service levels and customer satisfaction. Verify inbound capacity details such as driver hours, due homes and trailer assignments to effectively manage utilization and the safety of our driving teams .
Cultivate relationships with external carriers regarding freight availability, service issues and increase market capacity while maintaining communication with internal teams to increase volume opportunities.
Collegiate student athlete for an NCAA D2 program.
Collegiate student athlete for an NCAA D2 program.