Brian Bennett
- 1. Brian Bennett 14649 Waldine #6 Houston, Texas, 7 7 015 Cell: 832-648-9266 Home: 7 13-380-2905 bigbenthb@gmail.com SUMMARY OF EXPERIENCE 19 years Management 16 years Shipping/Transportation/Logistics WORK EXPERIENCE Hunter Buildings Houston,T X Shipping Operations Coordinator December2013 - June 2015 Resolve problems concerning transportation, logistics systems,imports or exports,or customer issues. Collaboratewith otherdepartments to integrate logistics with business systems or processes,such as customer sales, ordermanagement, accounting, or shipping. Maintain metrics, reports,process documentation,customerservicelogs, or training or safety records. Supervise the work oflogistics specialists, planners, or schedulers. Direct or coordinate comprehensive logistical or reverse logistical functions for product life cycles, including acquisition, distribution, internal allocation,delivery, recycling, reuse, or final disposal ofresources. Negotiate with suppliers or customers to improve supply chain efficiency or sustainability. Negotiate transportation rates or services. Analyze the financial impact ofproposed logistics changes, such as routing, shipping modes, product volumes ormixes, or carriers. Recommend optimal transportation modes, routing,equipment, or frequency. Monitor product import or export processes to ensure compliance with regulatory or legal requirements. Plan or implement improvements to internal or external logistics systems or processes. Create policies or procedures for logistics activities. Communicate freight transportation information to customers or suppliers, using transportation management, electronic logistics marketplace,or electronic freight information systems, to improve efficiency, speed, or quality oftransportation services. Implement specific customerrequirements,such as internal reporting or customized transportation metrics.
- 2. Ensure carrier compliance with company policies or procedures for producttransit or delivery. Train shipping departmentpersonnel in roles or responsibilities regarding global logistics strategies. Recommend purchaseofnew or improvedtechnology, such as automated systems. Resolve problems concerning transportation, logistics systems,imports or exports,or customer issues. Examine contents and compare with records, such as manifests,invoices, or orders, to verify accuracy ofincoming or outgoing shipment. Prepare documents,such as work orders, bills oflading, or shipping orders, to route materials. Record shipmentdata, such as weight, charges, space availability,damages, or discrepancies for reporting,accounting, or recordkeeping purposes. Determine shipping method for materials, using knowledgeofshipping procedures, routes, and rates. Contact carrier representatives to make arrangementsor to issue instructions for shipping and delivery ofmaterials. United States Steel Houston,T X Transportation Foreman January 2010 - November 2013 Plan, organize, or manage the work ofsubordinate staffto ensurethat the work is accomplished in a manner consistent with organizational requirements. Collaboratewith othermanagers or staffmembers to formulateand implementpolicies, procedures, goals, or objectives. Supervise workers assigning tariffclassifications and preparing billing. Promote safe work activities by conducting safety audits, attending company safety meetings, or meeting with individual staffmembers. Recommend or authorize capital expenditures for acquisition ofnew equipment or property to increase efficiency and services ofoperations department. Monitor operations to ensure that staffmembers comply with administrative policies and procedures, safety rules, union contracts, and government regulations. Direct activities related to dispatching,routing, or tracking transportation vehicles, such as aircraft or railroad cars. Direct and coordinate, through subordinates, activities ofoperationsdepartment to obtain use of equipment,facilities, and human resources. Conduct employeetraining sessions on subjects such as hazardous material handling, employee orientation, quality improvement, orcomputer use. Serve as contact persons for all workers within assigned territories. Conduct investigations in cooperation with government agencies to determinecauses of transportation accidents and to improve safety procedures. Direct activities ofstaffperforming repairs and maintenance to equipment, vehicles, and facilities. Plan, organize, or manage the work ofsubordinate staffto ensurethat the work is accomplished in a manner consistent with organizational requirements.
- 3. C. R. England Salt Lake City,UT Truck Driver-Owner Operator January 2000 - November 2010 Owner of 4 trucks that were leased to C. R. England. Check vehicles to ensure that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order. Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions, following signals from loading crew and checking that vehicle and loading equipment areproperly positioned. Collect delivery instructions from appropriatesources, verifying instructions and routes. Maintain logs of working hours or ofvehicle service or repair status, following applicable state and federal regulations. Secure cargo for transport, using ropes, blocks,chain, binders, or covers. Drive trucks to weigh stations before and after loading and along routes to document weights and to comply with state regulations. Drive trucks with capacities greater than 3 tons, including tractor-trailer combinations, to transport and deliver products,livestock, or othermaterials. Obtain receipts or signatures for delivered goods and collect payment for services when required. Inventory and inspect goods to be moved to determine quantities and conditions. Perform basic vehiclemaintenance tasks, such as adding oil, fuel, or radiator fluid or performing minorrepairs. Check conditions oftrailers aftercontents have been unloaded to ensure thattherehas been no damage. Read bills of lading to determine assignment details. Couple or uncouple trailers by changing trailerjack positions, connecting or disconnecting air or electrical lines,or manipulating fifth-wheel locks. Check all load-related documentation to ensurethat it is complete and accurate. Read and interpret maps to determinevehicle routes. Follow appropriate safety procedures for transporting dangerousgoods. Follow special cargo-related procedures, such as checking refrigeration systems for frozen foods or providing food or waterfor livestock. Give directions to laborers who arepacking goods and moving them onto trailer s. Perform emergency roadside repairs,such as changing tires or installing light bulbs, tire chains, or spark plugs. Collaboratewith otherdrivers as part ofa driving team on some trips. Install or remove special equipment, such as tire chains, grader blades,plow blades, or sanders. Plan or adjust routes based on changing conditions, using computerequipment, global positioning systems (GPS) equipment, or othernavigation devices to minimize fuel consumption and carbon emissions. Check vehicles to ensure that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order. Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions, following signals from loading crew and checking that vehicle and loading equipment areproperly positioned. Collect delivery instructions from appropriatesources, verifying instructions and routes.
- 4. U.S. Army Multiple Staff Sergeant Infantry 11B/ Fuel Supply 77F September1996 - November 1999 Led an infantry team of24 members in combat operations,including providing tactical guidance. Received and implemented combat orders and directeddeployment ofpersonnel in offensive, defensiveand retrogradeoperations. Served as the principal platoon officer for all matters concerning training and the use of all weapons systems. Supervised operation and organizational maintenance ofweapons systems and specialized equipment. Commanded more than 300 armed combatpatrols on foot and in vehicles. Supervised location, construction and concealment ofinfantry positions and equipment. Commanded operations post, including personnel, weapons and equipment. Trained and instructed subordinates and supported units on Inventory control and Warehousing. Oversaw the expenditure of$100,000 in operational funds for Company Supplies. Coordinated training schedules and filed crucial administrativepaperwork. Maintained completeaccountability during redeployment ofall sensitiveitems and communication equipment. Logged and filed classified documents. EDUCATION San Jacinto College Houston,T X AssociateofApplied Science/Business Management, Jun 1996 University ofHouston-Downtown Houston,T X Bachelor ofScience/Criminal Justice, Sep 1991