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OLEKSANDR BUTENKO
Vlorë, Albania (Remote) | +355 69 796 171 | [відкрити контакти](див. вище в блоці «контактна інформація») |

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Results-driven logistics professional with over 5 years of specialized experience in the US freight
market and a solid 7-year background in international maritime navigation. Expertise spans carrier
procurement, drayage operations, intermodal shipment coordination, billing dispute resolution, and
Accounts Payable processes. Highly proficient in managing FTL, LTL, and drayage freight utilizing
industry-standard tools and load boards. Adept at thriving in fast-paced, remote environments,
leveraging deep analytical skills and maritime logistics knowledge to optimize supply chain operations,
mitigate port delays, and ensure cost-effective deliveries.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Freight Management: Drayage & Intermodal Operations, FTL & LTL Routing, Carrier
Procurement, DAT Load Boards
• Financial Operations: Accounts Payable (AP), Billing Dispute Resolution, Rate Negotiation,
Demurrage & Per Diem Mitigation
• Operations: End-to-End Shipment Coordination, Port/Rail Yard Scheduling, Vendor Relations,
Chassis Management
• Technical Skills: Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Microsoft Office Suite, CRM
software

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Senior Key Team Representative November 2021 – Present
Everest Transportation Systems | Remote
• Coordinate comprehensive end-to-end shipment processes for the US market, including complex
drayage operations from major ports and rail ramps to distribution centers.
• Monitor container Last Free Days (LFD) and return schedules, proactively mitigating demurrage,
detention, and per diem charges to optimize overall freight costs.
• Conduct extensive carrier searches and negotiate freight rates on DAT load boards to secure
reliable transport for FTL, LTL, and intermodal shipments.
• Investigate and resolve complex billing disputes in collaboration with Accounts Payable, ensuring
accurate carrier settlements and preventing financial discrepancies related to port fees.
• Cultivate and maintain strategic relationships with carriers, drayage companies, and clients,
resolving logistical bottlenecks efficiently.

Logistics Coordinator / Freight Dispatcher July 2021 – November 2021
Everest Transportation Systems | Remote
• Dispatched and managed daily FTL, LTL, and drayage freight across the United States, optimizing
carrier selection and chassis availability to maximize route efficiency.
• Scheduled delivery appointments and coordinated container pickups/drop-offs with port terminals
and warehouses.
• Monitored live transit schedules, providing real-time tracking updates to internal stakeholders and
external clients to ensure full transparency.
• Processed daily freight billing, verified transportation documentation (BOLs, DOs, interchange
receipts), and ensured compliance with industry regulations.

2nd Officer / Navigator 2014 – 2021
Marlow Navigation | International Waters
• Managed the safe navigation and routing of commercial container ships, strictly adhering to
international maritime laws and safety regulations.
• Oversaw complex cargo operations, ensuring the secure loading, stowage, and discharging of
international containerized freight.
• Maintained precise logistical logs and coordinated seamlessly with global port authorities to
facilitate on-time departures and arrivals, laying a strong foundation for land-based drayage
coordination.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science in Maritime Navigation
Kherson State Maritime Academy