Darek Apodaca
@darekapodaca
Senior operations leader with 20+ years managing logistics, terminals, and large teams to drive profitability.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I am a senior operations and logistics leader with over 20 years of management experience across terminals and distribution hubs. I have a strong track record of driving profitability, cutting costs, and growing revenue through operational excellence.
My roles have included senior facility leadership and terminal management where I led teams of 70+ employees, managed P&L for multimillion-dollar units, and negotiated with clients to support revenue targets. I have implemented cost-saving measures (25% expense reduction) and financial strategies that increased revenue (15%).
I focus on building safe, compliant workplaces, maintaining regulatory standards (DOT/OSHA), and developing staff through hiring, training, and performance management. I am proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and I am a certified forklift operator with fast typing speed.
I collaborate closely with executive leadership to set KPIs, oversee budgeting and capital expenditures, and ensure operational alignment with business goals. I bring practical, results-driven leadership aimed at improving margins, customer relationships, and long-term operational scalability.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Facility Manager
PCC Logistics
Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 9 months)
Lead strategic direction, planning, and execution of operations and business development, driving profitability through expense control and KPI management while overseeing staffing, budgeting, and property maintenance.
Terminal Manager
Bennett Motor Express
Jan 2020 - Jan 2024 (4 years)
Managed P&L for a $5M terminal, implemented cost-saving measures that reduced expenses 25% and grew revenue 15% over two years while leading operations, sales outreach, and billing processes.
Terminal Manager
Sierra Mountain Express
Jan 2018 - Jan 2020 (2 years)
Oversaw the Tesla account and dispatch for 70+ owner-operators across multiple regions, maintained driver compliance and inspections, and led hiring and contract development while ensuring DOT/OSHA compliance.
Operations Manager
Central Transport Group
Jan 2017 - Jan 2018 (1 year)
Managed day-to-day Next Day Hub operations, launched and grew Next Day service product, and set and drove regional KPIs while coordinating execution across corporate and terminals.
Outbound Supervisor / Dispatcher
Central Transport
Jan 2016 - Jan 2017 (1 year)
Supervised cross-dock operations and a team of drivers and forklift operators, managed inbound/outbound freight flow, and ensured KPIs and safety standards were met in a fast-paced environment.
USOperation Lead Supervisor
United Parcel Service
Jan 2002 - Jan 2016 (14 years)
Directly supervised 60 package handlers and 5 supervisors, implemented plans to achieve productivity, service, attendance, and safety goals, and managed security and loss prevention procedures.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
NUNorthwood University
Business Administration
2022 -
Pursuing studies in Business Administration at Northwood University beginning in 2022.
Warren High School
High School Diploma, General Education
1998 - 2002
Earned a high school diploma from Warren High School between 1998 and 2002.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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