Paul Barton

Director of Transportation

Laurel Grocery Company

11.1992 - Current

Negotiated favorable terms with suppliers, securing competitive prices on fuel, vehicles, equipment, and other essential resources.
Implemented safety protocols to minimize accidents and maintain a safe working environment for employees.
Hired and promoted [Number] personnel within transportation department to maintain adequate coverage and top talent.
Reduced overall transportation costs through the optimization of logistics processes and negotiations with vendors.
Optimized fleet management by regularly reviewing vehicle maintenance schedules and implementing cost-effective solutions when necessary.
Developed and maintained strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring smooth coordination of transportation activities.
Planned, scheduled, and assigned [Number] driver routes and workloads.
Investigated and reported accidents involving transportation vehicles and coordinated accident claims with law enforcement and public transportation bureaus.
Successfully managed complex transportation budgets, identifying opportunities for cost savings without compromising quality or efficiency standards.
Improved on-time delivery rates by closely monitoring performance metrics and addressing issues promptly.
Created and managed budget for transportation department to cover expenses related to equipment, maintenance, personnel and vehicles.
Managed a diverse team of drivers, dispatchers, and support staff to efficiently achieve departmental goals.
Enhanced customer satisfaction through timely communication and proactive issue resolution.
Established effective training programs for new hires, resulting in increased productivity within the department.
Secured and arranged insurance coverage for [Number] transportation vehicles.
Streamlined transportation operations by implementing efficient routing and scheduling systems.
Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
Organized records of vehicles, schedules and completed orders.
Developed and maintained knowledgeable and productive team of employees.
Reduced worker accidents by implementing improved safety standards and monitoring procedures.
Reviewed and negotiated contracts with carriers to optimize shipping costs.