Liam McBreen-Smith
Logistics and Shipping
Auckland
Summary
Experienced logistics professional with a strong background in agricultural freight operations, specializing in planning and managing transportation via rail and sea. Proficient in coordinating complex logistics processes and certified in forklift operations. Demonstrated leadership and organizational skills from a former role as a boarding house master, overseeing the well-being and activities of a large group. Passionate about optimizing supply chains and eager to advance my career in the shipping and logistics industry with a focus on practical, hands-on experience.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Agricultural Support
Daily Freight
03.2022 - 03.2024
- Employed on the Mainfreight Graduate Programme and started on the floor learning the basics and essentials of the freight forwarding business
- Analysed and planned site workflow, equipment placement and space requirements to improve operational efficiency.
- Built solid relationships with key customers and carriers involved in the supply chain.
- Oversee the operation on site and create efficiencies to achieve greater productivity and output.
- Analyse trends in volume and revenue in previous years to target areas of weakness.
- Organise daily inbound and outbound shipments as well as liaising with rail and port operations to ensure timely pick up and drop off.
- Won team of the year at our branch aswell being one of only 4 teams in the country to hit their profit goals.
Boarding House Tutor
St Andrew's College
01.2022 - 11.2024
- Responsible for the supervision and oversight of a school boarding house.
- Duties involved ensuring the safety of students wellbeing and livelihood.
- Being a positive role-model and leader to students as well as a friend.
- Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence and build important learning skills.
- Collaborated with fellow tutors to develop effective strategies for addressing diverse student needs and abilities.
Farm Hand
Whyte Farms
03.2024 - 06.2024
- Used large tractors to cut and plow land according to job specifications, consistently meeting deadlines with quick, accurate work.
- Seeding crops for farmers by expertly operating tractors and other farm equipment.
- Completed rock and stump removal at job sites.
- Operated hydraulic and mechanical controls to expertly move and control powerful attachments.
- Assisted in the construction or repair of fences, barns, sheds, or other infrastructure necessary for successful farm operation.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Marketing & Supply Chain
Lincoln University
Canterbury 02.2018 - 11.2021
Skills
Customer Relationship Management
Timeline
Farm Hand
Whyte Farms
03.2024 - 06.2024
Agricultural Support
Daily Freight
03.2022 - 03.2024
Boarding House Tutor
St Andrew's College
01.2022 - 11.2024
Bachelor of Commerce - Marketing & Supply Chain
Lincoln University
02.2018 - 11.2021
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