Zachary Mowdy
Sumrall
Summary
Dedicated employee known for punctuality, pursuing employment options where good customer service and positive attitude will make a difference. Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Freight Broker
My Freight World Carrier Management.
Hattiesburg, MS
08.2023 - Current
- Negotiated freight rates with carriers to optimize cost efficiency.
- Coordinated logistics operations to ensure timely delivery schedules.
- Developed strong relationships with shippers and carriers for improved service quality.
- Analyzed market trends to identify new business opportunities and strategies.
- Managed 100K book most Months with 14 customers
Sales and Business Development Professional
Nolan Transportation Group, LLC
Hattiesburg, MS
02.2021 - 08.2023
- Developed and executed sales strategies to drive revenue growth across multiple sectors.
- Cultivated and maintained relationships with key clients, enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Analyzed market trends to identify new business opportunities and inform decision-making processes.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize product offerings based on client feedback and market demands.
- Managed 75k book with 12 customers
Pest Control Technician
Orkin Pest Control
Hattiesburg, MS
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Followed all company protocols when applying pesticides on the inside and outside of structures.
- Maintained knowledge and adhered to state rules and regulations.
- Met with customers at residences and places of business to check on pest and rodent situations.
- Mixed chemicals based on property and climate conditions to deliver optimal elimination and prevention efficiency.
- Identified infestations and isolated sources with physical inspections of premises.
- Set mechanical traps, baits and glue boards to remove pests from interior areas.
- Recognized for consistent quality service and efficiency.
- Estimated costs, collected payments and issued receipts to keep financial and client account accurate.
Conductor
Norfolk Southern
Meridian, MS
06.2018 - 12.2019
- Directed crew members by employing flag or hand signals, lantern and radio communications.
- Received and followed directions from train dispatchers.
- Coupled air brakes and electrical connections between trains.
- Interpreted various signals to start, stop and back-up train or set and release air brakes.
- Observed train movement to ascertain functionality.
- Inspected switches on daily basis.
- Upheld tight deadlines for delivery of freight and arrival of passengers.
- Announced route destinations and changes via PA systems.
- Managed holidays, events and seasonal plans.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding trains' routes, timetables and cargoes.
- Observed yard traffic to determine track availability to accommodate inbound and outbound traffic.
- Operated controls to activate track switches and traffic signals.
Deckhand
Marquette Transportation Company
New Orleans, LA
05.2016 - 06.2018
- Performed vessel maintenance services, including cleaning, painting and basic repairs.
- Maintained professionalism and efficiency in emergency situations.
- Fastened handling lines and moorings to prevent boats, barges and equipment from drifting away.
- Maintained and organized ship's compartments for better efficiency and to easily obtain needed items.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Cleaned, maintained and mended ship decks and assessed areas requiring major damage repair.
Education
Associate of Arts -
East Central Community College
Decatur, MS05.2015
High School Diploma -
Union High School
05.2013
Skills
- Chemical Knowledge
- Reporting and documentation
- Safety protocols
- Equipment cleaning and maintenance
- Adaptable
- Upselling and cross-selling
- Dedicated and driven
- Effective team management
- Company branding
- Data entry
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of [Number] staff members.
- Documented and resolved Customer issues which led to more freight and better relationships.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Collaborated with team of 3 in the development of book of business..
Education and Training
other,other
Timeline
Freight Broker
My Freight World Carrier Management.
08.2023 - Current
Sales and Business Development Professional
Nolan Transportation Group, LLC
02.2021 - 08.2023
Pest Control Technician
Orkin Pest Control
01.2020 - 01.2021
Conductor
Norfolk Southern
06.2018 - 12.2019
Deckhand
Marquette Transportation Company
05.2016 - 06.2018
High School Diploma -
Union High School
Associate of Arts -
East Central Community College