Analytical self-motivated individual with * years of professional experience, Supply Chain Specialist seeking a position in a well-established organization where my experience can be used for the well-being of the company.

Education:

September 2019 – July 2021: Atlanta Technical College: Associate in Science - Supply Chain Management

Accounting Clerk Assistance Certification (Minor)

1Westrock (Ask Consulting) – April’23 – October ‘23

Contract Specialist

Led quoting project for R&D, coordinating parts transfer from France to vendors, addressing translation gaps alongside engineers.

Managed vendor portal, group mailbox and transfer data to Jobscope ERP. Updated and maintained purchase orders for accurate data management and reporting. Communicated with vendors for delivery dates, acknowledgements, status updates and follow up on late deliveries. Updated and maintained accurate notes in the ERP.

2CNH INDUSTRIAL (eTeam Inc) - Oct ‘21 – Aug ’22 (contracted) - Remote (WI)

Supply Chain Specialist

Assisted in clearing the 2020 backorder log of manufactured parts on a global scale.

Participated in problem-solving team, utilized statistical tools, provided nonperforming supplier list to purchasing management, coordinated ERP system development, supported Purchasing Managers in aligning SOPs with business strategies, managed work orders and resolved shortages, executed action plans to prevent work stoppages, ensured perfect material delivery through EDI, sourced parts based on global demand, and arbitrated allotment with vendors based on global shortages.

*Three-year employment gap - See Education

3DEXTER AXLE COMPANY - April ‘17 – September ’18 - Atlanta, GA

Buyer /Planner

Spearheaded the creation of a recycling program, lowering costs and creating a source of revenue for the company.

As the first new employee after a merger/acquisition, I served as a buyer/purchasing analyst. Managed 250 domestic parts and transitioned them from the old Oracle system to the new SAP ERP. Strategically sourced an additional 200 vendors based on availability, location, and immediacy. Given full control of pricing, quantity, and billing terms. Calculated monthly orders manually for the first year until the ERP system became accurate. Attended supplier strategy meetings to enhance production and implement performance improvement plans. Maintained precise PO system and handled unmatched POs with accounting and receiving despite high turnover.

4GDE Renovations - September ‘14 - April ‘17 - Atlanta, GA

Buyer/Planner

Managed Sherwin Williams account, overseeing Georgia region. Efficiently handled job sites in five states.

Established procedures for purchasing and contract management, maintained guidelines in a volatile environment, ensured appropriate equipment and staffing levels, executed strategic purchasing and inventory management, improved supply chain efficiency, negotiated prices and terms, monitored supplier performance, forecasted and monitored quotas, created a physical supply chain process document.

5Khoshnood Law Firm -December ‘13 - September ’14 - Atlanta, GA

Legal Assistant - New Business Specialist

Exceptional customer service & communication skills. Proactively generated new business via cold calling.

Conducted client inquiries and prepared legal documents. Collected necessary records and completed required forms. Assisted attorneys in reviewing articles and information. Copied and signed contracts with clients.

6Huck Finns - September ‘08 - July ’13 - New Orleans FQ, Louisiana

Restaurant Manager

Achieved 15% food waste reduction with effective strategy, expertise, and documentation.

Maintained food, liquor, and equipment inventories daily. Worked continuously with the chef and bartender to maintain accurate inventory and alcohol counts thereby, reducing food waste by 15%. Oversaw food preparation methods, portion sizes, and food garnish and presentation to ensure food was prepared and presented acceptably. Managed budget and payroll records and reviewed financial transactions to ensure expenses were budgeted and authorized. Organized and led worker training programs, resolved staffing issues, hired new staff, and evaluated employee performance in dining and lodging facilities. Scheduled venue uses or catering services for events such as banquets or receptions and negotiated details of arrangements with clients.

7CareerBuilder, LLC - August ‘06 – November ’07 -Atlanta, GA

Customer Service Representative – Call center

Dale Carnegie Award Customer Service and ranked in the top 10% for productivity and quality.

Vocal communication and multiline phone systems skills. Verified Account changes and maintained proper documentation. Volunteered for projects during low call volume. Helped newcomers adjust to new positions. Sought the sale of new or additional services or products.

8Atlanta Eye Surgery Center - June ‘05 - June ’06 -Atlanta, GA

Senior Surgical Coordinator

Cataloged and filed patient records and implemented new chart regulations.

Met or called potential surgical patients to determine the date, time frame, and options for surgery. Proved patient insurance, determined if a referral or authorization was needed for surgery, and started the process if necessary. Provided advice and counseling for patients in the fields of food, fluid, and drug intake, as well as restrictions before surgery. Maintained excellent communication with surgery patients, including immediate callback. Fielded inbound and outbound calls, changed appointments, or canceled meetings, and sent or received messages to doctors and patients when needed. Kept written notes on charts to indicate case status. Kept patient records up-to-date and accurate for any detected billing and insurance issues and updated the billing records as needed.

9Medlock Gardens Assisted Living – March ‘04 – June ’05 - Atlanta, GA

Business Office Manager

Headed the effort to update the employee and vendor files and brought them up to code.

Maintained appropriate transaction records, including complete, accurate, and up-to-date records of residents and employees. Responded to and coordinated all requests from residents, their families, and any guests of the facility. Responsible for the processing of payrolls and keeping employee files in accordance with state and corporate regulations. Maintained Accounts Receivable and tracked outstanding balances and debt collection activities on overdue accounts. Everyday processes for cash, petty cash, patient funds, account adjustments, office supplies purchases, and other accounts were adhered to. Assured month-end close and review reports and made appropriate adjustments to ensure timely, accurate month-end closing as well as employee bonus reports.

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