Sajid Rushad
Expedite Driver
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About
Experienced as a fleet manager of a team of 15+ staff in various facilities. Proficient in troubleshooting workplace conflicts, staff orientation and other analysis tools. Knowledge of inventory control and vendor management.
Contributed to seamless and professional customer service with excellent communication skills. Participation in safety initiatives by performing in accordance with local code. Skilled at preparing long-term work plans, technical reports, and developing standard operating procedures.
Knowledge and understanding of workplace safety including hazard and risk assessment. Fast learner, detailed-oriented, problem-solver with a strong commitment to safety. Strong computer skill and knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, X Pro, MS Office, Excel and PowerPoint.
Experience
Expedite Driver - RJR Transportation, Canada to USA - Canada to USA
(2024-04)
- Demonstrated expertise in delivering expedited loads to and from the USA using Fast Card or Manifest crossing, ensuring timely and efficient delivery.
- Maintained frequent, proactive communication with dispatch teams via email to provide updates on arrival at site, load securing, border crossing status, and load drop-off.
- Available 24/7 for immediate deployment, consistently meeting urgent dispatch requirements and driving an average of 35,000 kilometers per month, including night, overnight, and long-haul routes.
- Managed the scanning and submission of bill of lading, customs paperwork, and proof of delivery (POD), as well as the completion of 18-point inspection forms and other dispatch documentation with precision and efficiency.
- Expertly loaded, strapped, and secured freight to ensure the safe transportation and timely delivery of goods, adhering to all safety and regulatory standards.
Distribution Manager - Saskatchewan Health Authority - Saskatoon, SK
(2021-11 - 2024-03)
- Participating in safety initiatives by improving the corrective action to ensure a proper site, managed scheduling, fleet collaborations and or HR/staff conflict resolution.
- Overlooking transportations of medical equipment, important medicine and other necessities.
- Managing 4 locations and daily visitation of each hospital to coordinate 5+ employees at each location.
- Conducting training, scheduling and logistics to maintain fluent service across all hospitals.
- Running weekly inventory and monthly audits.
- Maintaining a clean and safe work environment.
- Demonstrating high level of customer service and conflict management.
- Coordinating with all other department heads, nurses and doctors to provide the best help to our patients.
Site Coordinator/Delivery Personnel - City of Saskatoon - Saskatoon, SK
(2021-07 - 2024-03)
- Managed a team of 10 employees at a City of Saskatoon facility.
- Ensured all equipment is up to industry standards daily and facilitates safe transportation to site.
- Worked independently with given instructions and resources with coordination from dispatch.
- Provided conflict resolution to both staff and clients, ensuring satisfaction of industry standard customer service.
- Overlooked EOD reports, Entry Log, Bank Deposits and Equipment Maintenance Data.
Transportation Personnel - Dhanai Transport - Saskatoon, SK
(2018-12 - 2021-07)
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements by conducting regular safety and technical audits before and after every trip.
- Collaborated with vendors regarding project quotation, delivery, and technical issues.
- Supervised and trained a group of drivers/customer service reps in a team.
- Improved efficiency/delivery turnaround on fleet units both on and off site.
- Reviewed equipment, evaluated quotations, and proposed modifications to maximize performance within budget.
- Planned, scheduled, and supervised the commissioning of newly purchased equipment/inventory.
- Provided 24/7 on call service to all clients regarding conflicts in urgent consignments and after hours hotshots.
- Analyzed equipment and system failures, performed root cause analysis, and provided long term solutions.
Transportation Supervisor - TNN Parcel Express - Saskatoon, SK
(2018-03 - 2018-11)
- Ensured outstanding customer service, conflict resolution and reported to district manager daily.
- Reach target quota myself while providing staff of 2-3 the tools to accomplish daily goals as well.
- Responded to queries by phone, email for new contracts, modify existing and or add new fleet to existing contacts.
- Analyzed equipment and inventory, performed stock replenish, EOD reports and daily log analysis.
Supervisor/Delivery - Khan Logistics - Saskatoon, SK
(2017-02 - 2018-02)
- Participated in configuration, installation and troubleshooting of CCTV, access device, various control devices, PLC, human machine interfaces (HMI) and variable frequency drives.
- Responded to queries by phone, email to install, modify, and repair computer hardware and software.
- Analyzed equipment and deliver merchandise, performed vehicle analysis, and provided long term and stable solutions to streamline transportation.
Education
Graduation - Aden Bowman Collegiate (2016-07)