LEE MARVIN CAVER

18870 Grayfield • Detroit, Michigan 48219

Caver2@MSN.Com • 313-255-4886 • 313-399-6408 • LeeCaver@ATT.Net
Operations Management
Strategic Planning / Supply Chain Management / Transportation Management, LTL, T
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Warehousing & Distribution / Inventory Management / Custom Clearance / Compl
iance
Seasoned, results-producing management professional with experience steering and
directing all aspects of Operations, Logistics,Warehousing/Distribution, and eq
uipment maintenance. Success orchestrating multiple projects with competing prio
rities involving project management, safety initiatives, and quality control. Ef
fectively collaborate with both domestic and international groups to achieve org
anizational objectives. Proficient in delivering comprehensive analysis and repo
rts to facilitate site-wide improvements and continuity. Excel at coordinating t
asks of numerous internal and external agencies to ensure rapid, accurate delive
ry of equipment, materials, and resources.
Possess active Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist certification.
Operations and Management Strengths:
Leadership/Supervision/Mentoring • Multi-site Global Supply Chain Network Management
• Ford DDL • Chrysler Smart • Cost Analysis and Reporting • Technology Assessment an
• Database Management SAP, Oracle, Axapta • Policy and Procedure Development • Lean Ma
turing Practices • Procurement & Inventory Control • Import & Export Management • EDI r
e monitoring • Freight Forwarding/Custom Brokerage relations.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Teradyne Diagnostic Solutions, 2001-2008
Distribution Manager/Shipping Coordinator
Directed all materials/logistical functions related to shipping and receiving, w
arehousing, return goods, and material handling. Managed 3 multi-site global sup
ply chain networks (South America, Canada, Mexico). Collaborated with and suppor
ted service and support manager in overseeing $5 million in diagnostic automotiv
e equiment and supplies shipped worldwide to support a wide range of projects. L
ed a diverse team of customer service agents. Tracking and tracing shipments; s
erved as subject matter expert (SME) regarding computer automation and security
program. Planned, organized, executed transportation shipments (LTL, TL, Air, Gr
ound) as per customer requirements. Spearheaded year end auditing of inventory,
procurement & inventory control. Purchasing of materials, and negotiated freight
rates with sales representatives. Reviewed, evaluated, and disseminated financi
al information. Appointed bottom-line responsibility for asset retention valued
at $5 million, and authorizing billing invoices.
Key Achievements:
• Achieved $100K in total savings by eliminating extra service charges from auditi
ng freight bill invoices attentively.
• Reduced operations costs of supplies by 15%, thru market pricing analysis and ro
ot cause analysis, and switching to local distributers.
• Streamlined transportation costs by 20%, by negotiating new freight rates, and i
nterviewing new carriers, which broadened customer/carrier base for dependant br
anch office by utilizing customer relationship management skills.
• Played an integral role in creating new automated method for property tracking p
rocedures to increase accuracy and accountability.
• Developed and delivered training courses for employees and management teams on t
he fundamentals of using (HTS) Harmonize Tariff Schedule codes, which eliminated
25% in extra duty charges.

National Logistics Management (3PL) Transportation Company, 1999-2001

Logistics Coordinator/Analyst
Oversaw dispatching, routing, tracking, and shipping activities to ensure safe,
prompt, and accurate delivery of transportation equipment; served as transportat
ion liaison between various organizations and countries. Monitored all transport
ation carriers, including quality controls, to ensure transportation services me
t contract obligations as well as customer service follow up. Analyzed and revie
wed customer EDI releases; planned, organized, scheduled all transportation mode
shipments (LTL, TL, Van, Charter) to meet plant protect times; update EMS datab
ase with Proof of Delivery information, estimate time of arrivals, and issue ser
vice failures to carriers who fail to perform.
Key Achievements:
• Earned recognition and monetary awards for quality and dedication of performance
in a rapidly changing, fast paced environment.
• Key player on Ford/GM team that consistently exceeded stated objectives on all p
rojects.
CHEP USA, (Chrysler supplier), 1998-1999
Traffic Manager/Drop Yard Leader
Coordinated with dispatch office regarding location and transportation arrangeme
nts of inbound/outbound loads of returnable racks/containers/dunnage from Windso
r Assembly Plant. Prepared documentation and coordinated transport of resources
and materials. Ensured trailers were locked and secured upon departure. Oversaw
dock operations and yard switchers, transferring trailers into dock doors. Chose
n by executives to mentor personnel in shipping receiving, and warehousing mater
ial. Evaluated feedback and knowledge retention.
Exemplar Manufacturing, (Big 3 supplier), 1997-1997
Automotive fasteners, Screws, Nuts and Bolts manufacturer
Shipping and Receiving Supervisor
Dale Packaging, (Ford supplier), 1994-1997
Packaging car parts, Headliners, Door panels, Bumpers, Shocks, Headlamps
Production Supervisor/Warehouse Manager
B.A.E Industries, (Big 3 supplier) Metal Stamping parts, 1988-1994
Production Supervisor

EDUCATION/TRAINING
University of Phoenix, 2009, Bachelors of Science in Information Technology, cur
rently pursuing
Computer Training.Com, 2008-Graduated 2009, Microsoft Networking Technology, MCT
S certification
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Inventory Management/Space Planning/Product Flow seminar • (CBP) Custom Border Patro
l, (HTS) Harmonize Tariff Schedule seminar • Supply Chain and Transportation Managem
ent seminar • (CPR) Training certified
RELATED DISCIPLINES:
Strategic Planning • SAP • Oracle • Microsoft Axapta • Ford DDL • Chrysler Smart sy
gement Logistics • EDI monitoring • Customer Service • MRP • ERP • Information Tech
perations
Transportation Management • Supervisor • Supply Chain Management • Help Desk Support