Scott Parker
About Scott Parker
Scott Parker is a Weight & Research Coordinator at Saia LTL, where he has worked since 1998. He specializes in NMFC classification and analyzes customer account profiles to enhance operational efficiency and profitability.
Work at SAIA
Scott Parker has been employed at Saia LTL as a Weight & Research Coordinator since 1998. In this role, he coordinates a regional program that focuses on weighing, scanning, and researching freight to improve operational efficiency. His responsibilities include analyzing customer account profiles to evaluate profitability based on freight density. Parker specializes in National Motor Freight Classification (NMFC), ensuring accurate freight classification to achieve optimal shipping rates.
Education and Expertise
Scott Parker holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) from the University of Mississippi - School of Business Administration, which he completed from 1995 to 1997. Prior to this, he earned an Associate of Arts (A.A.) in Business Administration and Management from Northwest Mississippi Community College, studying there from 1992 to 1994. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in freight classification and operational analysis.
Background
Before joining Saia LTL, Scott Parker worked at Southeastern Freight Lines as an Outbound Shift Lead Man from 1993 to 1995 in Memphis, TN. This early experience in the freight industry contributed to his knowledge and skills in logistics and operational management, which he has further developed throughout his career.
Professional Experience
With over 26 years of experience at Saia LTL, Scott Parker has developed a deep understanding of freight operations. His role as Weight & Research Coordinator involves critical analysis and coordination efforts that enhance the efficiency of freight handling. His previous position at Southeastern Freight Lines also provided him with valuable insights into outbound logistics and team leadership.