Brian Sylvester

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Transportation Manager at Martin Brower

  • Education

    • Dover high school

      1981 - 1985
      High scholl diploma college preparatory program

      Activities and Societies: American Industrial Art Students Association, Baseball, Wrestling.

    • University of delaware

      1985 - 1989
      Bachelor of arts (ba) political science and government
  • Experience

    • Ups

      Mar 1988 - Sept 2013
      Business manager

      I started with UPS in 1988 as a part time package handler. Moved to a full time driving position in 1989 as I finished my degree at the University of Delaware. I was promoted to a full time management position in 1994. I have done rotations through Industrial Engineering, inside operations and on road through 2007. Promoted to Business Manager in 2008. Manage day to day operations overseeing the dispatch of 60+ delivery drivers and an inside PM operation that processed an average of 25,000 pickup packages nightly. Show less

    • Estenson logistics

      Nov 2013 - Jul 2015
      Area manager

      Manage daily operations of the site including payroll, HR, internal auditing. Work with the customer to reduce cost and increase efficiency with the delivery of their products. Supervise, lead, coordinate and assist with the scheduling a fleet of drivers according to the customers’ requests in compliance with company rules and DOT regulations. Excellent customer relation skills and the ability to develop and implement safety and compliance objectives. Responsible for all employees, equipment and customers within the assigned area and for enforcing company policies including state and federal laws and regulations. Responsible for customer satisfaction and company profitability within the location while meeting company goals for Safety & Compliance, Customer Service, Financials and yearly Objectives. Show less

    • Ruan transportation management systems

      Jul 2015 - Jan 2018
      Dedicated transportation manager

      Responsible for overall management of the operation by providing leadership and direction to create process improvements and establish a team environment. Organize, plan and implement transportation solutions for assigned customers that utilize the best cost option to maximize profitability and guarantee customer satisfaction. Operate terminal efficiently by analyzing operating costs, equipment utilization, and fuel mileage and driver wages. Adhere to Mega Safe safety program in all aspects of the operation. Ensure drivers and terminal personnel adhere to established DOT regulation and safety standards Show less

    • New england motor freight, inc

      Jun 2018 - Sept 2018
      Operations management

      Ran inbound and outbound crossdock operations.

    • Dot transportation, inc.

      Oct 2018 - Feb 2023
      Transportation manager
    • Dot foods

      Oct 2018 - Feb 2023

      Contain Cost through effective routing of customer orders and managing inbound freight by dispatching staff.utilizes team and equipment in a cost-effective manner.Manages transfer processes between distribution centers by working closely with distribution center managers.addresses and resolves customer issues.Leads continuous improvement efforts while applying lean thinking and tools to eliminate waste. Recruit, hire and train drivers to support the customer base during the construction of the new state of the art DC in Bear, Delaware.

      • Transportation Manager

        Jun 2019 - Feb 2023
      • Terminal Manager

        Oct 2018 - Jun 2019
    • Martin brower

      Feb 2023 - now
      Transportation manager
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Ust certification from dnrec

      Denrec
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Donor

      Issued by Blood Bank of Delaware Inc on Feb 2000
      Blood Bank of Delaware IncAssociated with Brian Sylvester
    • Fund Raising Coordinator

      Issued by United Way Worldwide on Jul 2012
      United Way WorldwideAssociated with Brian Sylvester