Hi, I’m
MELVIN I. ILAGAN
Fleet and Transportation Manager
Parañaque City,00
Summary
Motivated Fleet and Transportation Manager with 23 years of experience, recognized for assessing operational needs and developing solutions to save costs, improve revenues and drive customer satisfaction. Resourceful and well-organized with excellent leadership and team-building record.
Overview
24
years of professional experience
Work History
VCMI Transport Solutions Inc.Valenzuela City, Metro Manila
FLEET MANAGER
03.2026 - Current
Job overview
- Streamlined operations to increase productivity and oversaw employees to maximize outcomes.
- Evaluated fleet performance metrics regularly to identify areas for improvement, leading to increased productivity and revenue growth.
- Managed fleet budget effectively, optimizing resource allocation for maximum returns on investment while minimizing expenses.
- Managed a diverse team of drivers, maintenance crews, and administrative staff which contributed to improved collaboration and efficiency in the workplace.
- Increased fleet efficiency by implementing preventive maintenance programs and scheduling regular vehicle inspections.
- Inspected vehicles and requested maintenance tasks be completed within specific timeframes.
- Proactively identified and solved complex problems that impacted management and business direction.
- Reduced repair costs through the establishment of strategic partnerships with reliable vendors and negotiating favorable contract terms.
- Reduced expenditures by overseeing equipment acquisition to attain best value and price negotiation.
- Positively interacted with drivers, upper management and shop department, which helped improve overall communication.
- Enhanced overall fleet safety through rigorous compliance with regulatory standards and implementation of best practices in risk management.
- Coordinated safety meetings to educate team members on best practices to mitigate hazard opportunities.
- Optimized routing plans based on real-time traffic data analysis which resulted in decreased travel time during peak hours.
- Improved driver performance by conducting regular training sessions, monitoring driving habits, and providing constructive feedback.
- Trained drivers to manage time effectively, improving overall mileage performance.
- Maintained accurate records of all vehicles'' registration, insurance policies, maintenance logs, and other relevant documentation for easy access during audits or inspections.
- Conducted root cause analysis for recurring issues in the fleet operations, developing effective solutions that minimized downtime and enhanced reliability.
- Provided all drivers with pertinent safety materials regarding rules and regulations.
- Streamlined vehicle allocation processes for optimal utilization of resources and timely delivery of services.
- Documented equipment transfers and sales details for accurate record keeping.
- Supervised yearly equipment overhauls to drive improved inventory and increase equipment longevity.
- Developed comprehensive tracking systems to monitor vehicle locations, ensuring prompt response to customer requests and improved service quality.
- Achieved cost reductions by optimizing inventory levels of spare parts and supplies.
- Improved team productivity with targeted training sessions on new fleet management technologies.
- Coordinated with HR to develop driver reward program, boosting morale and reducing turnover.
- Reduced repair times with establishment of strategic partnerships with service providers.
Green GSMTaguig City, Metro Manila
OPERATIONS TEAM LEADER
01.2026 - 03.2026
Job overview
- Managed daily operations, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Coordinated team schedules, ensuring optimal staffing levels were maintained at all times.
- Implemented quality assurance measures that led to improved product consistency.
- Streamlined workflows for increased efficiency by identifying redundancies and implementing lean principles where appropriate.
- Managed high workload with consistent record of achieving deadlines and production targets.
- Kept team activities in compliance with safety, regulatory and environmental guidelines.
- Set schedules and oversaw daily workflow.
- Optimized team performance, providing clear guidance and setting achievable goals.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering open communication and encouraging teamwork among employees.
- Spearheaded process improvements that led to reduced errors and increased accuracy in task execution.
- Boosted employee morale with proactive recognition programs, ultimately improving retention rates.
- Reduced expenses with strategic budget planning and cost-effective resource allocation.
ARMORED TRANSPORT PLUS INC.Pasig City, Philippines
GLOBAL FLEET MANAGER
11.2024 - 08.2025
Job overview
- Head that orchestrates a cost efficient repairs, maintenance and refurbishing of all armored units of ATPI on a National Level. Ensuring all units in good running and roadworthy condition with a high level of coordination with operations, planning, sales and even on Fleet Maintenance Service providers aligned with the ATPI standards. A highly motivated individual guiding more than a hundred fleet associates.
- Purchased and maintained adequate vehicle levels to meet company needs.
- Conducted regular fleet audits for up-to-date inventory management.
- Streamlined administrative processes and paperwork, improving overall operational efficiency.
- Generated reports on fleet expenses and performance for senior management.
- Sought to improve fleet processes, functions and communications.
- Improved overall fleet performance by implementing modern tracking technology,.
- Managed fleet operations for optimal efficiency.
SPX PhilippinesTondo, Metro Manila
HUB LEAD
06.2024 - 10.2024
Job overview
- Promoted continuous improvement by problem-solving and sharing suggestions to optimise team operations.
- Completed customer orders with speed and accuracy.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Reviewed customer history to recommend appropriate products and services.
- Delivered services to customer locations within target timeframes.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by proactively listening to concerns and answering questions.
CONSISTENT FROZEN SOLUTIONS CORP.Metro Manila
FLEET MANAGER
09.2022 - 05.2024
Job overview
- Managing day to day Fleet and Transportation at optimal costs. Handling the total operations of Fleet and Transportation of Refrigerated trucks to Route planning to actual execution of Deliveries. Guided with Company's CORE VALUES executing these different tasks at its best.
- Conducted regular fleet audits for up-to-date inventory management.
- Secured substantial savings on insurance premiums by maintaining an excellent safety record.
- Created and managed fleet policies and procedures.
- Increased fleet utilisation by streamlining dispatch processes.
- Negotiated cost-effective contracts with service providers, reducing operational costs.
- Sought to improve fleet processes, functions and communications.
- Assessed new vehicle requirements and company need to determine correct vehicles to buy or lease.
- Registered and licensed vehicles, complying with all relevant regulations.
- Reduced downtime of vehicles by creating an effective preventative maintenance programme.
- Improved fuel efficiency through regular driver training sessions.
- Developed maintenance schedules, ensuring vehicle longevity.
- Generated reports on fleet expenses and performance for senior management.
COCA-COLA BEVERAGES PHILIPPINES INC.San Fernando, Pampanga
FLEET MAINTENANCE ASSOCIATE MANAGER
06.2022 - 08.2022
Job overview
- Implement and enforce Company Policies and Standard Processes
- Maintain Performance results (KPIs, Projects, and highlighted achievements)
- Attend discussions with Procurement and Suppliers on improving SLAs, OAs, and service evaluations
- Conduct, lead, and assist project improvements with my team
- Understand and learn bargaining strategy with Union through LMC
- Manage CPK and ensure RnM cost are within the BP
- Close collaboration with Safety and Operations in regards with Safety Programs/Trainings for all drivers
- Implement programs that will enhance driving and technical skills
- Collaborate with IT, Transport Group, and Control Tower on the new technologies to enhance driving capabilities.
COCA-COLA BEVERAGES PHILIPPINES INC.Parañaque City
FLEET MAINTENANCE ASSOCIATE MANAGER
09.2018 - 05.2022
Job overview
- Implement and enforce Company Policies and Standard Processes
- Maintain Performance results (KPIs, Projects, and highlighted achievements)
- Attend discussions with Procurement and Suppliers on improving SLAs, OAs, and service evaluations
- Conduct, lead, and assist project improvements with my team
- Understand and learn bargaining strategy with Union through LMC
- Manage CPK and ensure RnM cost are within the BP
- Close collaboration with Safety and Operations in regards with Safety Programs/Trainings for all drivers
- Implement programs that will enhance driving and technical skills
- Collaborate with IT, Transport Group, and Control Tower on the new technologies to enhance driving capabilities.
THE REDSYSTEMS COMPANY INC.Canlubang, Laguna
OPERATIONS EXECUTIVE
08.2017 - 09.2018
Job overview
- The Operations Executive manages all the Operational Activities for South Luzon in accordance with the set Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and develop strategies on how to improve and maximize distribution time and achieve delivery efficiency and cost per case targets.
- Assures that the resources for the planned deliveries are in place including complete manning and truck complement
- Ensures that daily deliveries are executed according to plan
- Manages the proper use of all assets deployed on sites including trucks and other equipment; ensures that all assets in the site are documented and accounted for
- Prepare plans and recommend for the development of the staff
- Motivate staff to make an effective and efficient team.
- A SUBSIDIARY OF COCA COLA BEVERAGES PHILS. INC.
THE REDSYSTEMS COMPANY INC.Parañaque City
DISTRIBUTION COORDINATOR
05.2015 - 07.2016
Job overview
- Oversee day to day Ops of a Distribution center.
- Ensuring smooth Delivery of products and retrieving of empty bottles.
- Review DSR performance on a weekly and monthly basis.
- Coordinates with Sales Team in regards with Sales directives and promos
- Conduct daily meetings with all associates to ensure everyone is align with the process and directives.
- Ensure safety of all employees.
- Tracking of Cost per km per unit and strategized plans to optimize routes and to improves Operations.
- Coordinate with 3PL to ensure availability of resources, specifically during peak season.
- Handles all operational concerns to mitigate issues and problems in Ops.
THE REDSYSTEMS COMPANY INC.Parañaque City
DISTRIBUTION SUPERVISOR
03.2010 - 04.2015
Job overview
- Oversee day to day Ops of a Distribution center.
- Ensuring smooth Delivery of products and retrieving of empty bottles.
- Review DSR performance on a weekly and monthly basis.
- Coordinates with Sales Team in regards with Sales directives and promos
- Ensure safety of all employees.
- Coordinate with 3PL to ensure availability of resources, specifically during peak season.
- Handles all operational concerns to mitigate issues and problems in Ops.
AIRFREIGHT 2100, INC.Parañaque City
LEAD DISPATCHER
09.2002 - 02.2010
Education
Technological University of The PhilippinesManila
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE from ELECTRONICS AND COMMUNICATIONS ENGINEERING
06.1997 - 04.2002
Espiritu Santo Parochial SchoolSta. Cruz, Manila
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA from Secondary Education
06.1993 - 04.1997
Skills
Cost management
Regulatory compliance
Vehicle maintenance knowledge
Cost reduction
Fleet management
Vehicle maintenance
Driver management
Safety monitoring
Fleet optimization
Transportation regulations
Problem-solving
Languages
English
Tagalog
Personal Information
- Height: 5'10"
- Weight: 85kg
- Marital status: Married
- Hobbies: Driving, Running
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
FLEET MANAGER
VCMI Transport Solutions Inc.
03.2026 - Current
OPERATIONS TEAM LEADER
Green GSM
01.2026 - 03.2026
GLOBAL FLEET MANAGER
ARMORED TRANSPORT PLUS INC.
11.2024 - 08.2025
HUB LEAD
SPX Philippines
06.2024 - 10.2024
FLEET MANAGER
CONSISTENT FROZEN SOLUTIONS CORP.
09.2022 - 05.2024
FLEET MAINTENANCE ASSOCIATE MANAGER
COCA-COLA BEVERAGES PHILIPPINES INC.
06.2022 - 08.2022
FLEET MAINTENANCE ASSOCIATE MANAGER
COCA-COLA BEVERAGES PHILIPPINES INC.
09.2018 - 05.2022
OPERATIONS EXECUTIVE
THE REDSYSTEMS COMPANY INC.
08.2017 - 09.2018
DISTRIBUTION COORDINATOR
THE REDSYSTEMS COMPANY INC.
05.2015 - 07.2016
DISTRIBUTION SUPERVISOR
THE REDSYSTEMS COMPANY INC.
03.2010 - 04.2015
LEAD DISPATCHER
AIRFREIGHT 2100, INC.
09.2002 - 02.2010
Technological University of The Philippines
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE from ELECTRONICS AND COMMUNICATIONS ENGINEERING
06.1997 - 04.2002
Espiritu Santo Parochial School
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA from Secondary Education
06.1993 - 04.1997