Sandra darden
Post office Box ****** riverdale, georgia 404-***-****
**********@*****.***
SENIOR LOGISTICS COORDINATOR
Qualifications Profile
Professional, Solutions, and Results-focused Logistics Coordinator; with more than 15 years of logistics-related work in several reputable companies including (but not limited to): Johnsonville Sausage, Heinz, and Jack in the Box.
Extensive knowledge of logistics Best Business Practices
Possess suitable business acumen to understand and impact profitable P&L
Well-versed in service delivery is flawless in execution and
Champion in innovative techniques for delivering high customer satisfaction
Efficient in continued process improvement in operations, employees, processes, and technologies
Expert in both Web-base and desktop application development technologies
Experience in obtaining a positive professional relationship with clients
Strong problem solving and analytical skills
Proficient in working effectively in a high volume, multi-cultural environment
Specialist in vendor communication and delivery negotiation
Proven track record for planning and partnering with other manufacturing partners to ensure that production meets delivery goals
Implement and take ownership for compliance with standard operating procedures
Ensures adherence to all customer inventory, value added services, storage and delivery requirements
Ability to service existing client needs, extending local client relationships to expand business opportunities
Strive to meet service and profit objectives, implement strategy to attain goals while resolving business issues and management of the facility
Core Competencies
Shipping & Receiving Control
Multi-discipline Purchasing
Inventory Specialist
Materials Logistics/Management
Microsoft Office Proficiencies
Logistics Methods and Costs
Profits and Loss Statements
Automotive Supplier Experience
Production Scheduling
US Ports – Customer Clearances
Work Chronology
Full-time
Senior Logistics Coordinator Jan 2013– July 2015
ROC Solid, Inc. Atlanta, Georgia
Executed Dispatching, Routing & Scheduling
Managed International LTL, FTL and Intermodal temperature-controlled and dry shipments.
Managed inventory levels at multiple plant and warehouse locations internationally.
Directed daily operations for all domestic inbound and outbound freight.
Initiated and negotiated contracts with providers to expand carrier base and meet business needs.
Accomplishments:
Successfully created reports that increased product tracking, route analysis, and re-routing.
Utilized strong logistics management skills to plan transportation routes and payloads for shipments; selecting the mode of transportation; tendering the order for transportation; and tracking the shipment from pick up through delivery, while targeting cost reduction, freight savings, and contractual requirements
Full-time
Import Coordinator July 2006–Feb 2013
Unlimited Riding Gear Jacksonville, Florida
Handled/Arranged the Customs clearance in all USA ports for all merchandise.
Provided top-notch customer service to internal departments and overseas affiliates/client.
Maintained import data and verify information accuracy.
Provided import estimates and information regarding importing into the US
Performed trouble-shooting and analysis on all unreleased containers; making the necessary corrections such as BOL, Carton Quantity and Audit errors
Accomplishments:
Demonstrated proficient ISF and AMS Filing by using my experience with 7501 and 7512.
Implemented Best Business Practices by using my knowledge of Customs regulations.
Full-time
Ocean Export Manager Feb1997 – July 2007
KAS Transportation Newark, New Jersey
Facilitated daily tracking of shipments to include rail, sea, air, and freight.
Handled OS&D duties to ensure that all shipments were 100% accountable and with quality.
Built and maintained a sustainable relationship with all vendors and manufacturers.
Negotiated rate charges to ensure the company was receiving the cost savings it deserved.
Accomplishments:
Reporting to the Divisional Export Manager, I consistently met and exceeded operational goals and imperatives to assist the company in its mission statement.
Remediated all export operational issues to include NVOCC and freight forwarding companies.
Received recognized for Superior Customer Service for having 0 shipment losses from 1998-2005.
Successfully managed a team of 35 logistical specialists.
Ensured that all team member were cross-trained within all functions of the department.
Credited for building a sustainable relationship with Sanyo that led to an exclusive relationship with KAS which increased shipments 75% vs LY in 2005.
Education Certifications
Education:
B.A. in Business Administration – Rutgers University New Brunswick, New Jersey
Certifications:
GRI classification and International Customs Regulations