Objective
To secure a career in logistics, warehouse operations, stevedoring or supply chain management that will utilize acquired knowledge and collective experiences to improve an organization.
Experience
F.H. Bertling Logistics Philadelphia, PA
Terminal Manager/Vessel Operations April ’06 – Present
• Developed and utilized knowledge of terminal operations, planning and stevedore operations while maintaining professional customer service and port union labor relations.
• Executed vessel operation duties for overseas office by scheduling and managing all aspects in the discharging of both break-bulk commodities and containers from owner-operated vessels for East Coast and Gulf Coast ports.
• Interacted directly with Customs and USDA officials to ensure proper documentation for import and export bill of ladings were continually filed and released for transit.
• Oversaw inventory of 107,000 square foot warehouse and the trucking of the product to offsite facilities for chief customer accounts.
• Traveled to numerous locations in Eastern US for supervision of special cargo projects and other 4PL assignments.
Hamburg Süd North America Philadelphia, PA
Senior Logistics Coordinator March ’04 – April ‘06
• Accountable for meeting deadlines in providing instructions to terminal operations concerning the loading and discharging of import and export containers to commercial vessels.
• Ensure cost-effective and efficient logistics regarding tracking and tracing, documentation, and customer communications through the entire supply chain pipeline.
• Responsible in overseeing shipments for Fortune 500 companies on both the domestic and international level.
• Established proven record as a developing leader by taking on tasks of utmost importance including the management of logistics operations for Hamburg Sud’s pinnacle ports and terminals.
• Depended on for maintaining accurate equipment control and transportation routing guide databases.
Rockwell Transportation Services Perkasie, PA
Intermodal Operations Coordinator September ’01 – February ‘04
• Achieved the position of Head Dispatcher in 90 days. Responsible for the logistical management of 50+ intermodal movements per day.
• Instituted procedures that reduced costs related to delays and increased customer satisfaction for key accounts through coordination with shippers, receivers, truckers, and railroads.
• Provided effective leadership and promoted inter-departmental team work concepts that increased productivity and eliminated waste.
• Surpassed intermodal department’s quarterly and annual financial and quality control goals.
Education
The Pennsylvania State University University Park, PA
Bachelor of Science Degree December ’00
Major: Business Management
Minor: Business Logistics
Cumulative/Major GPA: 3.07/3.25
Certification
• IMDG Amendment 31 - Hazardous materials training
• ISO 9001 - Quality, safety, and reliability conformance
• ISO 14001 - Environmental management systems protocol
Skils
The Traffic Club of Philadelphia