JOHN G.

ANTONELLI
5120 Fairfax Drive * Lakeland, FL 33813
Phone: (863) 648-0742 * (863) 529-2352
E-Mail: ja52cf94@westpost.net
TRANSPORTATION AND OPERATIONS PROFESSIONAL
OPERATIONS PROFESSIONAL with a verifiable track record of progressive growth and
experience in a broad range of business development and operations disciplines
within the transportation industry. Strong analysis, planning, organizational an
d team-building abilities, with effective problem resolution and relationship ma
nagement skills that produce positive results. Highly successful team leader wit
h a solid track record of leading teams to consistent growth and productivity.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
*TRANSPORTATION *OVER THE ROAD TRUCKING OPERATIONS *CALL CENTER MANAGEMENT *VNDO
R MANAGEMENT *RISK MANAGEMENT ASSESSMENT *THIRD PARTY LOGISTICS * COMP
UTER OPTIMIZED SOLUTIONS * FORECASTING * BUDGET DEVELOPMENT *PRO
CESS IMPROVEMENT * TRUCKING HIGHWAY SAFETY * MULTI-SITE RESPONSIBIL
ITY * EMPLOYEE STAFFING AND MANAGEMENT (FACILITY AND DRIVER PERSONNEL)
*Hands-on leadership experience with proven success in the development of sound
policies and practices that ensure that the company's financial; business and cu
stomer service objectives are achieved.
*Experienced in centralized nationwide call center, and remote driver process co
ntrol and management.
*Skilled in the identification of continuous improvement opportunities, defining
strategic direction and formulating effective corporate-wide policies and proce
dures.
*Ability to blend strategic planning with tactical execution to optimize long-te
rm gains in performance and profitability.
*Transportation responsibility in warehouse, cross dock, P&D, Local Drayage, ove
r the road, intermodal, and third party carriers..
EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration * Waynesburg University, Waynesbu
rg, PA
Graduated Magna Cum Laude
Aubrey Daniels Performance Management, FedEx National Six Sigma certified
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
FEDEX NATIONAL LTL, Lakeland, FL 2006-2009
FedEx National LTL offers economical service for basic LTL (less-than-truckload)
freight shipping, across the country.
Managing Director of Transportation-(Over the Road Operation)
Direct responsibility for leading all aspects of a complex nationwide transporta
tion network including the design, development, delivery and management of produ
ct offerings. Managed the over the road operation and third party vendor procure
ment functions with overall accountability for IT solutions development, trainin
g and implementation.
*Recreated a billion-dollar carrier's operating system in less than 18 months, a
llowing for the ability to market a new brand of transportation within the FedEx
organization. Received the prestigious FedEx Five Star award for this achieveme
nt.
*Aligned the newly acquired Watkins Motor Lines with FedEx requirements with the
engineering of a completely new network configuration. This effort dismantled t
he Watkins over the road Truckload Operation that was developed over prior 13 ye
ars before acquisition.
WATKINS MOTOR LINES, Lakeland, FL 1993-2006
Watkins Motor Lines, was an award winning nationwide premium service Ltl carrier
that was sold to FedEx corporation in 2006.
Director of Line Haul Operations( Over the Road Truckload movement Operation)
Provided the general management of a nationwide trucking enterprise with overall
responsibility, staff supervision and development, procurement and vendor manag
ement, equipment specification and selection, and IT solutions development.
*Instrumental in the implementation of strict transportation cost control measur
es that resulted in a continued profits during a declining post-9/11 transportat
ion market. 30% drop in revenue was matched with a 30% drop in cost allowing con
tinued profitability. One of the few profitable carriers in 2002
*Achieved superior achievement and acclaim in the annual Quest for Quality Award
from Logistics Magazine throughout entire tenure with the company, recognized f
or superior performance and execution.
*Successfully met company performance and profitability goals in all of the 13 y
ears with the company, exceeding maximum performance thresholds in 75% of the qu
arters that contributed to nearly 1 billion in profits over that span of time.
*Adjusted distribution chains and methods to improve overall effectiveness in fu
lfillment performance while reducing overall cost.
CC SOUTHERN INC., Nashville, TN 1993
CC Southern, a division of Central Transport, operates as a LTL serving long-hau
l market, regional markets, and the international market.
Break Bulk Manager
Managed the day-to-day operations and staff of the largest consolidation facilit
y in the company with 250+ contractors and employees with full national account
sales and customer service responsibility.
*Improved scheduled delivery times and reduced costs with the redesign of the lo
ad plan and platform operations.
*Improved error frequency levels through improved training and focus on loading
methods.
CENTRAL TRANSPORT, South Bend, IN 1993
Central Transport is a privately held company with a focus on creating a new ind
ustry business model that maximizes the value provided to customers.
Terminal Manager
Led the sales, operations, and business development for one of the largest facil
ities in the company. Organized and scheduled work assignments to meet the trans
portation needs of customers.
*Improved sales volume through increased call activity and targeted customer foc
us.
*Reduced operating hours by 40 per week through optimized and streamlined schedu
ling and consolidation of work assignments.

Professional Training
FedEx Freight Six Sigma Training * Sales and Customer Service Training * Leaders
hip Development
Aubrey Daniels Performance Management * Communication Training NTL Institute
Employee Communication and Engagement Training
Professional Affiliations
U.I.AA. Member (13 years)
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Microsoft Office * Oracle * PeopleSoft