Manager Management

Rebecca Greco

Email: **********@********.***

Address: **** * ******* ****

City: Tucson

State: AZ

Zip: 85715

Country: USA

Phone: 208-***-****

Skill Level: Management

Salary Range: $70,000

Willing to Relocate

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BECKY GRECO

2422 N Quesnel Loop ~ Tucson, AZ 85715

**********@********.*** Cell: 208-***-****

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

Highly adaptable Logistics and Compliance Manager recognized as a problem-solver who can be relied on to identify and execute both time & cost saving solutions. Deep background in logistics, customs compliance, supplier /vendor relations, warehouse operations, and international carrier coordination. Able to leverage hands-on experience in store management, merchandising, system implementation, and process integration during mergers ensure thorough planning and execution. Work style is proactive, diligent and thorough. Excellent communication skills and follow through, with a track record of crafting win-win solutions. Exceptionally skilled at balancing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environments where change is the only constant.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Import/Export Brokerage Support

Process Improvement/Cost Savings

Drayage Management

Procurement

Ocean Freight Logistics

Customs Compliance/C-TPAT

Distribution Center Operations

Global Trade Knowledge

Buying / Warehouse Systems

Vendor Tracking Systems

Category Management Fundamentals

Freight Forwarding

Just-In-Time Inventory Planning

Negotiation

EXPERIENCE SUMMARY

FIJI WATER, Tucson, AZ 2011 - 2013

Manager of Logistics and Compliance

Managed a yearly import container volume of 8,000 TEU`s to the US, Canada, Australia and other international locations.

Managed container drayage into warehouses and to customers` sites through various ports.

Operated within budget to include drayage, detention/demurrage, equipment management, and downstream effects of cost/efficiency in warehousing and fulfillment operations.

Ensured import/export documentation compliance globally.

Established and maintained relationships with ocean carriers, warehouses, drayage providers and customs brokers.

Provided leadership for all day-to-day logistics functions, including but not limited to ocean shipment tracking/scheduling/diversions, customs clearance and compliance, rail shipments, equipment management, prioritizing inventory needs for the customer service team and manage domestic transportation.

Performed point-of-sale purchasing, inventory management and fulfillment for global sales teams.

Audited and approved supplier invoices, completed month-end processing to include accruals for finance.

SUPERVALU, Eden Prairie, MN - Jan 2011- July 2011

Manager of Global Logistics, Chanhassen, MN 2011

Managed the import transit of multi-million dollar programs consisting of canned food, seasonal and general merchandise purchased from China and other overseas countries.

Evaluated new and existing vendor logistics programs and made recommendations as needed.

Provided direct support to company supply chain and independent retail network of 42 distribution centers.

Leveraged deep knowledge of US Customs and Trade compliance (i.e. Tariff Classification, ISF, FDA, CPSC and C-TPAT) ensuring regulations were honored and enforced.

Oversaw processes, payment and reconciliation of all ocean and inland transportation costs, maintaining costs within budgeted guidelines.

Senior Global Logistics Coordinator, Chanhassen, MN - Albertsons, ID 2004 - 2011

Collaborated with Hong Kong offices of freight forwarder, coordinating container consolidation activities in Asia to ensure smooth, cost effective and timely deliveries in the U.S.

Assisted 12 distribution centers with sizing analyses to ensure best possible sourcing decisions and expansion plans for seasonal and promotional goods. Negotiate pricing with logistics vendors.

Major player in developing a new import logistics model that eliminated need for one 3rd party logistics partner, saving $4.5M annually.

Eliminated the need for a US de-consolidation import warehouse.

Liaised between category managers & distribution centers, ensuring seamless execution of promotions.

Senior Logistics Coordinator, La Habra Distribution Center, La Habra, CA 1998 - 2004

Managed flow of ad and seasonal merchandise into and out of Distribution Center, handling $20M+ merchandise volume. Coordinated seasonal product in-store dates with retail Food & Drug Divisions.

Maintained distribution center volume forecasting, shipment tracking and control reports. Supplied quarterly projections to management as well as seasonal updates at quarterly business review and operations meetings.

FOUNDATIONAL EXPERIENCE

AMERICAN STORES (LUCKY)

Assistant to Director of Grocery / GM Sales & Merchandising: Oversaw pricing and promotional integrity of beer, spirits, wine, soda, water and candy categories. Supported category managers with special projects.

Fourth Manager, Office Manager and Clerk, Lucky Stores: Held advancing roles at store level, including managing 100+ employees. Responsible for store security, inventory control, store resets, receiving, reconciling store books, training new employees and communicating with vendors.

Initiative and Innovation - Twice received Albertsons, Inc. Service First Award from Sav-On Division.

Leadership - Received 2002 Performance Leader Award at La Habra Distribution Center.

EDUCATION

Cerritos College, Cerritos, CA

Business Classes, Certificate, Fundamentals of Retailing

Orange Coast College, Costa Mesa, CA

Business Management Coursework

Academy of Life Long Learning

Project Management, Leadership Management, Change Management

International Trade Seminars - C-TPAT, Customs Compliance and Audits, Classification, Incoterms 2010

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Microsoft Office Suite, Oracle Applications, Warehouse Management Systems, Database Administration

ORGANIZATIONS

Midwest Global Trade Association (MGTA)

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