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Director of Operations and Marketing with Logistics experience

Location:
Grand Rapids, MI
Posted:
October 20, 2014

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Steven M. Noordyke

*** * **** **** **, Comstock Park, MI 49321

Cell: 616-***-****

Email: acgfmh@r.postjobfree.com

Professional Profile

Enthusiastic and dedicated business professional providing a global perspective to business

challenges. Utilizes knowledge of logistics, contract management, business development, training,

program management, and creative problem solving to contribute directly to key business

objectives. Identifies opportunities to expand the international reach of business processes,

actively expanding markets and effectively engaging with a wide range of stakeholders.

Leverages strong interpersonal communication and multilingual language skills to influence

decision makers, communicate information, and share ideas.

Career Summary

2014 - present INTERNATIONAL CARGO ASSISTANT

Beijing King Kerry Int'l Co. Ltd – Beijing, China

• Preparing contracts for an international transportation company delivering cargo and air

shipping

• Developing and delivering training to staff on key processes

• Gaining key experience in air cargo processes, problem resolution, and creative problem

solving

Key Accomplishments:

• Actively growing the business into Egypt and sourcing new international clients, increasing

profitability

• Providing critical assistance during the application process to join WCA, the largest network

of independent freight forwarders

2007 - present DIRECTOR

Go English Beijing – Beijing, China

• Establishing and managing the daily operations of a company serving international students

living in Beijing from Korea, China, and America

• Developing and delivering creative curriculum, team building activities, company events, and

programs for English, Drama, and SAT preparation

• Trained, coached, and directed consultants on the effective development and delivery of client

plans

• Overseeing all financial aspects of the business including bookkeeping, accounting, and taxes

Key Accomplishments:

• Delivering high quality instruction and programs, growing the business from 2 students to

over 40

• Guiding students in writing and academic projects, resulting in student placements in writing

competitions and several students accepted to American Universities such as NYU and

Stanford

2003 - 2007 FOREIGN TEACHER

Beijing Li-Mai School – Beijing, China

Developed and taught engaging English language curriculum to foreign students attending the

Chinese school

Taught students with a range of capabilities, from kindergarten to grade six

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CAREER SUMMARY (CONT.)

Key Accomplishments:

• Built strong working relationships with Chinese English teachers, providing key guidance on

improving English skills for both themselves and their students

• Organized an English lending library to expand practical application of English language

lessons

2002 - 2003 AMERICORPS TEAM MEMBER

Campfire USA Americorps – Grand Rapids, MI

Managed an inner city after school and summer program, including English tutoring and

special classes

Served as a key member of the team developing a reading program

Partnered with parents to increase student knowledge and attainment of personal educational

goals

Planned and executed community events, and successfully recruited volunteers

2001 - 2002 ASSISTANT TEAM LEADER

Americorps, The CECLP – Baltimore, MD

Coordinated community awareness events, and took on additional leadership responsibilities

in the absence of the team leader

Led programs and provided oversight related to quality control and safety

Education and Qualifications

Certification Certified in Transportation and Logistics (CTL), University of Wisconsin

Superior (2014)

BS Grand Valley State University, Allendale, MI

Bachelor of Science in History with a concentration in Roman Studies

Bachelor of Science in Anthropology with an emphasis on Archeology

Key Skills

IT Proficiency: MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, 85wpm

Languages: Fluent in English; Intermediate Mandarin Chinese

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