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Transportation Manager Global Logistics

Goal-oriented manager with over 12 years experience in Logistics, Transportation, and Strategic Planning. Strong skills in problem-solving, administration and customer service. Extensive experience in team development, supply chain logistics, analytics and process improvement / implementation. Strengths include solid professional communication and ability to quickly adapt to change.

Develop and implement effective procedures and transportation solutions for the inbound / outbound operations involving all suitable transportation modes and types. Ensure seamless business synchronization between the US distribution centers and transportation functions and executed effective KPI reporting. 

Key Achievements
•	Developed visibility to outbound freight movement and expense
•	Identified errors in freight billing resulting in $360k savings
•	Drove 3pl and carrier contract negotiations to meet financial objectives
•	Streamlined small parcel shipping resulting in 75% increase in efficiencies and 17%    reductions in cost

Oversee shipping and logistics of import and export products for global distribution network. Ensure timely delivery of import drop shipments to major accounts / customers.  Report quarterly monetary projections to senior management and identify potentials for increase. Trained and mentored coordinators ensuring their proficiency and skill in logistics and shipping. 

       Key Achievements
Developed a system to identify milestones of key transportation points of interest for shipments of high profile / major accounts
Engaged potentials for cost savings and proficiency increases with brokers and freight forwarders 
Lead company initiative to merge logistics platform and communicate plans to internal departments
Responsible for import / export documentation ensuring domestic and international customs compliance

Logistics Supervisor

FedEx Home Delivery -		Operations Manager				2006-2007 (Promotion)
Manage day to day operations of facility ensuring local service and customer standards are exceeded. Develop and conduct business discussions and motivational meetings with employees and contractors. Ensure information systems, business processes, and independent contractors provide for timely release of inbound parcels.   Identifies markets to be expanded or maintained and develops/implements appropriate business strategies. Reviews quarterly budgets and establishes facility direction to meet corporate goals.   Make certain staffing levels are acceptable for operational needs.

Key Achievements
Recruit, interview and hire 70 additional resources to compensate for holiday volume
Interim Terminal Manager during management transition and peak holiday season
Provided service to 3,000 additional customers, exceeding company expectations by 23%

FedEx Home Delivery - 		Service Manager				  2002-2006
Manage San Diego County delivery operations of parcel service. Advocate of customer relations providing care for time sensitive deliveries. Plan and implements strategies for future growth areas to provided optimal service for customers and contractors alike. Prevents and resolves service issues related to transportation of parcels. Collaborate with other district managers to provide excellent local service to customers and shippers.

Key Achievements
Management consultant for troubled facilities within the United States
Brought terminal from 90% on-time service to 99% on-time service, maximizing customer satisfaction
Achieved facility yearly safety goal in accident/injury reduction

Operations Manager

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Eric Wildes: Transportation Manager Global Logistics in San Marcos, CA

Eric Wildes

TaylorMade-adidas Golf

Quiksilver / DC Shoes, Inc

FedEx Ground

California State University-San Marcos

Mira Costa College