Jerard Leverson
About Jerard Leverson
Jerard Leverson is a Transportation Manager and Hub Manager currently working at US Foods in St. Louis, MO. He has extensive experience in transportation management, focusing on safety, profitability, and associate development.
Current Role at US Foods
Jerard Leverson serves as the Transportation Manager and Hub Manager at US Foods, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he focuses on optimizing transportation operations while ensuring safety and profitability. His responsibilities include overseeing logistics and managing the deployment of resources to achieve operational goals.
Previous Experience in Transportation Management
Prior to his current role, Jerard Leverson worked at US Foods as a Driver Trainer from 2019 to 2022. His experience also includes serving as a Route Supervisor at Advanced Disposal Services, Inc. from 2015 to 2016, and as a Class A Delivery Specialist at Performance Food Group from 2017 to 2018. Additionally, he was employed at WM as an Operator and Route Service Manager from 2016 to 2017.
Education and Expertise
Jerard Leverson holds a Bachelor's degree in Technical and Scientific Communication from Truman State University, which he completed from 2002 to 2007. He furthered his education at the University of Missouri-Saint Louis, where he studied Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management, achieving a degree in Organizational Leadership from 2021 to 2023.
Focus on Safety and Training
Jerard Leverson emphasizes the importance of creating a safe and secure working environment in his transportation roles. He has a strong commitment to associate training and development, focusing on enhancing the skills and productivity of drivers and clerical associates. His approach includes tactical deployment of asset resources to drive results in transportation management.
Career Timeline
Jerard Leverson's career in transportation management spans several years and various roles. He began as a Lead Mechanic Technician at Ferro Magnetics Corporation from 2018 to 2019. His career includes significant positions at US Foods, Advanced Disposal Services, Inc., Performance Food Group, and WM, showcasing his extensive experience in the industry.