Lawrence Slack
Chicago
Summary
Experienced logistics professional with a strong background in 3PL freight management, operations lead and business development. I’ve partnered with some of the world’s largest technology companies across public and private sectors—driving efficiency, optimizing supply chains, and building lasting client relationships. Proud leader, brand ambassador, and former Federal Government professional.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Businesses Development Manager
American Dedicated Logistics
- Freight Logistics; Logistics Sales
- Cold Calling
- Prospecting, Sales
- Execute complex freight related tasks, specifically escalated issue resolution
- Cradle to Grave Logistics Sales & Operations.
- B2B Sales, 2 Direct Reports (Operation Coordinators)
- KPI Metrics Include Driver Retention, OTP, GP, Marketing & Recruiting
Senior Driver Manager
Brite Logistics Inc
05.2022 - 02.2023
- Freight Logistics; New Hire Training
- Dispatch; Driver Relations
- Operations Lead, Manage a team of 12 direct reports and 168 trucks
- As Ops Lead enduring KPI’s (such as OTP, Safety Score, & Driver Retention) are upheld
- Constant use of Samsara, Spedlite &; McLeod
- Responsible for training all new hires, and driver orientation.
- Fleet of 20-32 drivers
Carrier Sales Rep/ Senior Operations Specialist; Carrier Relations
Capital Logistics
01.2020 - 04.2022
- Freight Logistics; Carrier Relations
- Constant use of Internal TSM’s Tools, Load Board, Alijex, SaferWatch, MacroPoint & DAT
- Resolving complex carrier issues & other freight related issues
- Proficient in booking carrier (new/ established) a minimum of 50 booked loads a week
- Per last quarterly review average 18% profit margin for company, currently well over 21% for 2022’s first quarter. Average over $16,000 profit for the company for 2022 first quarter.
- Resolving complex carrier issues & other freight related issues
- Obtain Loads from my Drayage & Freight customers that need FTL (Van, Reefer, Flated, Conestoga, RGN, StepDeck etc.)
- Negotiate subcontracts and daily bid on spot freight.
- Execute complex carrier related tasks (including booking freight, OS&D, Dispatching, tracking, & BOL/ POD collection)
Account Operations Coordinator
Uber Freight
05.2016 - 01.2020
- Freight Logistics; Client Relations
- Constant use of OneLogin Internal Tools (TSM’s, Load Board, ZenDesk, Navisphere, etc.)
- Mastered complex operational skills. Resolving freight related issues while establishing & maintaining relationships with Receivers, Customers & Carriers
- Proficient in Load Building/ Supply Chain/ Drayage/ Intermodal/ 3PL’s.
- Constant use of Outlook & Google Based Software, Expert of several logistic based technologies
- Execute complex operations tactically and strategically (including booking freight, OS&D, dispatching, tendering freight, & approving accessorials)
Residential Assistant – Part Time
Blackwell Inc./ Guardian
01.2014 - 11.2018
- 24-hour service, have worked 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift
- Extensive use of Microsoft Word, Excel, Safari, Google Chrome, Outlook & Gmail
- 8-hour course in Illinois Fair Housing & Work Tickets
- Building Safety Compliance
- Work directly with executives and corporate level partners
- Experience in leasing office
- Care for resident concerns, packages, guests, building policies, and reservations
- Experience with emergency services, people with disabilities and impaired individuals
- Familiar with CCTV observation, Foot Patrol, Daily Activity Logs & Incident Management (Reports)
Transportation Security Officer, Acting Lead TSO
Department of Homeland Security
04.2015 - 05.2016
- Federal Employee/ Civil Service
- Able to stand on feet for more than 8 hours
- Experience with industrial machinery (x- ray machines, forklifts, 18- wheeler trucks, industrial electrical tools, etc.)
- Able to lift 70 or more pounds
- Expert Passport & ID Fraud Detection Skills, Extensive behavioral pattern detection
- Extensive time working independent/ large team efforts
- Demonstrated ability to address complex operational requirements
- Reviewed and trained others on complex processes and procedures – ensured ongoing compliance through active monitoring of individual performance
Shift Manager
Pizza Hut
03.2013 - 11.2015
Education
Associate’s Degree -
Penn Foster College
Scranton, PAHigh School Diploma - undefined
Muchin College Prep
Chicago, IL03.2013
Skills
- Team Leadership; Operations Lead
- Prospecting & Marketing
- Business Development and planning
- Customer & Carrier Sales
- Account Management
Certification
- PERC License
- 20 Hour Unarmed Security Certificate
Timeline
Senior Driver Manager
Brite Logistics Inc
05.2022 - 02.2023
Carrier Sales Rep/ Senior Operations Specialist; Carrier Relations
Capital Logistics
01.2020 - 04.2022
Account Operations Coordinator
Uber Freight
05.2016 - 01.2020
Transportation Security Officer, Acting Lead TSO
Department of Homeland Security
04.2015 - 05.2016
Residential Assistant – Part Time
Blackwell Inc./ Guardian
01.2014 - 11.2018
Shift Manager
Pizza Hut
03.2013 - 11.2015
Businesses Development Manager
American Dedicated Logistics
High School Diploma - undefined
Muchin College Prep
Associate’s Degree -
Penn Foster College
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