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Vaidotas Rudvalis

Summary

An accomplished professional with over two decades of experience in the logistics, forwarding, and transport sector. Demonstrated expertise in acquiring and expanding carrier networks, negotiating favorable rates with service providers, and managing key accounts transportation. Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Proven track record of developing and managing highly profitable business units, such as the SPOT FTL division. Proficient in multiple languages and known for strategic thinking and cross-functional collaboration. A valuable asset to any company in the logistics industry, with a commitment to excellence and a proven track record of achieving outstanding outcomes.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Manager International Forwarding

InstaFreight GmbH
01.2016 - Current
  • Acquisition and expansion of carrier network
  • Procurement and rate negotiation with service providers
  • Management of key accounts transportation
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Sales, revenue, and profit growth planning and forecasting
  • Consultation and participation in company strategy building
  • A pivotal role in the development of the highly profitable SPOT FTL business unit
  • Utilization of main and major load boards, bidding platforms, and freight exchange systems.

Head of Forwarding Subdivision

JSC "Transtira"
01.2007 - 01.2016
  • Planning, monitoring, and controlling department activities and resources
  • Team management, including recruitment, evaluation, and motivation
  • Supervision of processes to assure service quality
  • Development and introduction of new traffic lines and markets
  • Communication with foreign partners, negotiation, and key account management
  • Procurement and negotiation with trucking companies
  • Financial planning and result analysis.

Transport Manager

JSC "Transtira"
01.2003 - 01.2007
  • Client communication and order realization
  • Negotiation with foreign partners and transport companies
  • Control of the entire door-to-door process
  • Reporting to management.

Education

Master of Business Management -

Vilnius Gediminas Technical University
01.2004

Bachelor of Public Administration -

Kaunas University of Technology
01.2002

Skills

  • Strategic Planning
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Operations Management
  • Cross-functional Team Coordination
  • Logistics operations management
  • Negotiation and Conflict Resolution
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Negotiation
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Partnership Development
  • Team Leadership
  • Problem Resolution
  • Team Development
  • Computer Skills
  • Interpersonal Relations

Languages

Lithuanian
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Russian
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
German
Beginner (A1)
Spanish
Beginner (A1)

Timeline

Senior Manager International Forwarding

InstaFreight GmbH
01.2016 - Current

Head of Forwarding Subdivision

JSC "Transtira"
01.2007 - 01.2016

Transport Manager

JSC "Transtira"
01.2003 - 01.2007

Master of Business Management -

Vilnius Gediminas Technical University

Bachelor of Public Administration -

Kaunas University of Technology
Vaidotas Rudvalis