Kari Gale

About Kari Gale

Proven Network Sales Specialist with a robust background at Paper Transport, LLC, adept in leveragingmarket research and effective communication to secure and expand freight opportunities. Skilled in fosteringrelationships and optimizing processes for efficiency. Demonstrates a track record of enhancing revenuethrough strategic decision-making and problem-solving.Over four years\' experience as a Dedicated Freight Planner managing a SW fleet achieving over 2180 miles and less than 10.4% deadhead, as well as a SE fleet achieving over 2340 miles and less than 18.6% deadhead per driver. Building and maintaining strong working relationships with other planners and KBX logistics to service our customers’ needs, while ensuring our drivers have the work/life balance they desire. Two years\' experience as a Driver Manager of approximately 70 home daily drivers. Working closely with safety, maintenance, and other divisions to address areas of concern, mitigate risk, promote a safety first culture, load share for on time requirements, reduce deadhead, and increase revenue. Experience in building honest and trusting relationships with co workers and drivers for retention purposes and maintaining a great place to work.Three years\' experience as a Quality Scientist in the sampling department performing a variety of tasks contributing to the design, construction, and operation of an approximately $750 million, 10-year project with the Fox River Cleanup Group whom is responsible for remediating approximately 7.5 million cubic yards of sediment contaminated by polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs). Has eagerly taken initiative to learn outside an immediate scope providing quality support to project management, project controls, and engineering on an as needed basis.School and professional experience in the development and real world application of spatial data using computer-aided design and geographic information technologies including AutoCAD Civil 3D, Esri ArcGIS and GeoMedia Professional for analyzing spatial and temporal inquiries that result in accurate graphic communication.Over 10 years’ experience providing exceptional customer service at an expanding, employee owned firm.

Experience

1. Network Sales Specialist

   Paper Transport

   Oct 2021 — Present · De Pere, WI, US

   Energetic and results driven partner in negotiating and securing freight options at or above market rates,averaging 60 loads per week.Develop and maintain strong customer relationships and loyalty through effective communication togain and grow business.Identify capacity constraints during peak season and develop strategies to overcome them effectively.Resolve disputes between customers and/or brokers concerning shipment delays, damages, driverdetention, and lumper fees.Utilize a web-based transportation management system to find and track shipments from pickup todelivery.Onboard new and review existing broker contracts for driver and load requirements.

Education

• Northern Illinois University

  Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology/Geography

  2009 — 2013

• Rock Valley College

  Associate of Arts (A.A.), General Studies

  2005 — 2009

Skills

• Arcgis
• Geomedia Professional
• Statistical Data Analysis
• Spatial Analysis
• Quantitative Research
• Written & Verbal Communication Abilities
• Visual Communication
• Organizational Leadership
• Time Management
• Operational Efficiency
• Meteorology
• Climatology
• Data Mining
• Highly Detail Oriented
• Organizational Development
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Sketchup
• Powerpoint
• Customer Service
• Research
• Analysis
• Data Entry
• Environmental Science
• Data Analysis
• Public Speaking
• Microsoft Office
• Gis
• Environmental Awareness
• Social Media
• Leadership