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Amidst Global Uncertainty, The Shippers Group Continues to Grow
By Maggie Harvey, Sales & Marketing Support Specialist
While COVID-19 brought many uncertainties to our world and supply chain, The Shippers Group persevered through our hardest challenge yet and experienced growth throughout all odds. Over the last three months, The Shippers Group has been awarded several new contracts for new and existing customers. We have also launched numerous contracts during this time period – one of which includes the launch of our newest Distribution Center in Orlando, Florida.
In early March, at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, The Shippers Group opened our newest warehouse facility in the state of Florida. When our customer, a world leader in convenient foods and beverages, came to us with a potential synergy, we jumped on the opportunity to grow our relationship and expand our national footprint.
Located just minutes outside of the city, the Distribution Center known as “Sand Lake” services route sales in the Orlando, Florida area. Built in 2020, the building is just over 58,000 square feet and is a dedicated food grade warehouse and retail distribution facility for one of our long-term existing customers.
Meet Orlando General Manager, Melissa Sotomayor
Our successful launch of the new facility is contributed to our exceptional start-up team, but most notably our Sand Lake General Manager, Melissa Sotomayor. Melissa is an Army veteran with well over a decade of experience in logistics and supply chain. Her resume entails numerous positions related to inventory, manufacturing, and warehousing. With her diverse industry experience and vast knowledge, it is no wonder our newest operation is such a success.
About Melissa: Melissa Sotomayor is an Army veteran who has been in the supply chain industry for a little over 16 years. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management from Ashford University. Throughout her career, she has touched every link of the supply chain – starting from the bottom unloading trucks and working her way up throughout the years to supervisor and manager positions. When her husband retired from the Army, she relocated to Florida, taking a position with a multinational beverage corporation. During her time with the company she was promoted from supervisor positions in inventory and manufacturing, to finally Warehouse Associate Manager. Shortly before taking the job with The Shippers Group, she worked with an Events Company as a Senior Operations Manager. During her free time, Melissa likes to spend quality time with her husband and their five kids they share together.
Inbound Logistics Names The Shippers Group a Green Supply Chain Partner for the Fourth Consecutive Year!
For four years in a row now, The Shippers Group has been chosen as an Inbound Logistics Green Supply Chain Partner.
G75 partners are chosen based on four benchmarks: Measurable green results, sustainability innovation, continuous improvement, and industry recognition.
It is our policy to be a good corporate citizen and protect the environment to the best of our ability.
Read more below about the specific actions we take to protect the environment.
The Shippers Group Associates are #3PLStrong!
To say we are proud of our associates at The Shippers Group is understated. Foremost, we appreciate their vigilance to be safe and help others stay healthy while serving the needs of our customers, all while fighting an invisible enemy.
Click on the video below to view our special thanks to our incredible associates.
Navigating a Global Crisis
We're All in This Together
When you think back over the last three months, doesn’t it just blow your mind? What an incredible journey it’s been. Prior to March, social distancing was unheard of, few had ever experienced a shelter-in-place decree and most would ask, “what is PPE”? Three months later these are engrained in our daily lives. We’re at war with a silent and deadly enemy. Sadly, COVID-19 deaths are approaching almost half a million people worldwide with over 100,000 in the United States alone.
When asked about the impact of the Coronavirus on The Shippers Group and unprecedented events of the second quarter of 2020, Rob Doyle, President of The Shippers Group had this to say, “Overall, due to the hard work and dedication of our 1400 team members we were able to step-up and get the job done for our customers and our communities under some very challenging conditions. I am very proud of the team but I am not surprised by how well the team has done in navigating through this crisis.”
Weekly COVID-19 Updates from Rob Doyle
As we remain vigilant against the Coronavirus, The Shippers Group President, Rob Doyle has kept us updated with necessary information throughout his weekly video series.
A chronicle of these videos can be found on our COVID-19 Resource Page, as well as our Shippers Group YouTube Channel.
Congratulations, Circle of Excellence Honorees!
Each month, The Shippers Group chooses one outstanding individual from each region to be selected as our Associate of the Month. These individuals are nominated by their coworkers, who see them go above and beyond every day. In addition to the title, the winners receive: a Certificate and Award Guide, 8 hours of PTO, custom TSG shirt, a banner display, and a luncheon for their location to celebrate the event.
Visit us on our website at www.theshippersgroup.com for new programs and enhancements in 2020!
We encourage your comments and feedback to help us be a better supply chain partner. Contact us direct at 214-381-5050 or info@shipperswarehouse.com.
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