Amanda M. Hamilton
Elgin, IL 630-***-**** ******.************@*****.*** linkedin.com/in/AmandaMarieHamilton
Talented Project Manager B.S. in Human Biology
Achievement-oriented professional seeking to apply extensive project management skillset within a medical or scientific environment. Bachelor of Science (BS) in Human Biology from Northwestern University. Passion for clinical science. Solid knowledge of research methodology, data management, and data analysis. Proven track record in managing complex projects and supporting organizational success. Highly-effective communicator with ability to relay complex information in easily understood language. Value-centric leader who thrives in fast-paced scenarios providing forward-thinking and professionalism.
Core Competencies
Project Management
Clinical Research Skills
Research Design/Reporting
Operations Management
Inventory Management
Vendor Management
Data Management
Process Improvement
Data Collection/Analysis
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Human Biology – Northwestern University, Evanston, IL 2016
Coursework: General & Organic Chemistry; Genetics & Evolutionary Biology; Biochemistry & Molecular Biology; Physiology & Cell Biology; Human Anatomy; Human Structure & Function; Microbiology; Immunology
Professional Experience
Slide Products – Wheeling, IL
Traffic Manager (Project Management, Operations Management) 2003 – Present
Serves as Traffic Manager responsible for coordinating operations between direct customers/distributors, freight providers, and internal departments. Manages company’s comprehensive order processing procedures. Supervises freight vendors, including negotiated and verified provider pricing; tracked and utilized performance metrics; and knowledge of international and domestic shipping documentation to prevent and resolve problem shipments. Writes standard operating procedures related to various roles within the organization. Tracks finished goods inventories for multiple warehouses.
Key Contributions:
Drives efficiency to ensure order processing is 99% error-free and delivery metrics remain 99% on-time
Coordinated order processes and outgoing shipment logistics during period that generated 40% sales growth
Spearheaded an innovative customer service initiative resulting in 250% increase in freight associated revenue
Instituted managed freight option for company customers providing new cost-effective supplier-freight options
Volunteer Experience
Advocate Sherman Hospital – Mother Baby Unit & Emergency Dept. Volunteer
Chicago Area Runner’s Association – Program Committee Member & Marathon Pace Leader
The Literacy Connection – Adult Literacy Volunteer
Technical Skills
Google Docs – LabScribe – MS Office Suite – ACT – JD Edwards – Anzio – Windows Programs – Quicken
QuickBooks – Adobe Reader/Photoshop/Acrobat – Credit Card Processing – Document Scanning