TOM KAISER 884 E. Tuweep St., Meridian, ID 83646 | H: 208.887.1503 | C: 208.412.5660 | trej_kaiser@hotmail.com

Summary

Focused professional with nearly 20 years in the transportation industry. Well-versed in contract negotiation, account management, and logistics. Applies strong analytical and critical thinking skills to solve complex problems. Possesses a high degree of integrity and an outstanding work ethic.

Highlights

Logistics expert

Account manager

Strategic relationship builder

Skilled negotiator

Analytical problem solver

Customer advocate

Safety champion

Team leader

Critical thinker

Accomplishments

Reduced shipping expenses by $70,000 annually, while maintaining shipping volume and

accuracy. Achieved zero-incident safety record for three consecutive years. Decreased

freight costs by 50% by optimizing backhaul schedules and negotiating rates. Selected for

Safe Driver award in 2009.

Professional History

Transportation Sales Manager Gold Transportation Services – Caldwell, ID Sep 2015 to Jan 2016

Utilized networking skills to create new business relationships.

Collaborated with team members to complete sales transactions.

Cultivated relationships with existing customers to ensure future business.

Transportation Coordinator

Halbersleben Logistics – Boise, ID Dec 2014 to Sep 2015

Negotiated contracts with carriers to minimize costs to the company.

Monitored shipments to ensure on-time delivery.

Cultivated relationships with existing customers to ensure future business.

Business Development Coordinator Flagship (Logistics Team) – Meridian, ID Aug 2013 to Oct 2014

Conducted sales presentations to potential customers.

Attended trade shows to network with prospective clients and promote logistics services.

Developed and maintained extensive customer base while continually working

to cultivate new customer relationships.

Transportation Coordinator Flagship (Food Group) – Meridian, ID Jul 2010 to Aug 2013

Identified cost savings opportunities; renegotiated existing customer agreements

to save employer more than $70,000 annually.

Researched and secured carriers for captured freight.

Collaborated with internal resources and vendors to ensure product availability.

Tom Kaiser

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Professional History (cont.)

Operations Manager

Kenco – Boise, ID Jun 2007 to Jun 2010

Analyzed incoming freight needs; planned and communicated daily routes

and driver schedules.

Functioned as location dispatcher; provided consultation to drivers to ensure most

efficient delivery route.

Identified safety concerns and transformed location operation practices to

ensure compliance.

Led team to zero incident safety record for three consecutive years.

Maintained DOT compliance for all drivers and fleet vehicles.

Coordinated fleet maintenance and inspections; rented equipment, as needed.

Identified inefficiencies in processes and made recommendations for improvements.

Trained and oriented new employees with safety procedures, transportation

routes, computer operations and organizational policies.

Transportation Coordinator

Rangen Logistics – Boise, ID Feb 2002 to May 2007

Negotiated and prepared contracts for customers including proposed pricing and

schedules.

Established strong network of customers and carriers by building business relationships

founded on honesty and trust.

Researched and secured carriers for both internal and external freight.

Transportation Coordinator/Truck Broker

Magic Valley Truck Brokers – Boise, ID May 1996 to Feb 2002

Exceeded sales goals and objectives, averaging $1.2 million dollars in sales annually.

Negotiated carrier rates.

Monitored location of shipments to ensure timely arrival; kept customers informed of

status while in transit.

Investigated receiver concerns regarding possible damaged product; initiated claims

process when necessary.

Resolved a wide range of customer issues, applying diplomacy and assertiveness.

Earned highest brokerage award in 2001.

Education, Training, and Certifications

High School Diploma

Mariner High School 1990

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) 2007 Warehouse/Office Safety Training 2007-2010 First Responder and CPR Certification 2009-2010 Supervisor Training 2009-2010

Forklift Certification 2009

References

Available upon request