Gary Freudenberger

REK GROUP STAFFING

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

Highly motivated, results oriented Manager who is adept in identifying inefficient, labor-intensive processes and streamlining them to run smoothly and efficiently. Work with upper management in resolving outstanding issues and providing strategies for future policies. Cultivate a positive relationship with customers and employees by maintaining an environment of mutual respect and strong work ethics.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Strong Communication

Audit Support

Performance Improvement

Staff Training

Schedule/Report Preparation

Workflow Planning

Policy Development

Analytical Thinking

Highly Organized

Attention to Detail

Problem Resolution

Time Management

PROJECT MANAGEMENT EXPERIENCE

Researched cost analysis to figure out profitability and ROI for a company to switch telecommunication providers at Jivetel

Ordered the components necessary for the new systems and found technicians to handle the installations

Located trainers to come in to teach the staff how to use the new systems

Sent invoices out to customers and ensured payment went out to technicians for their services

ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE/COLLECTIONS

Collected $500K+ past due from a China account, and negotiated and settled Walmart shortage claims at C-Life Group

Settled freight claims with carrier 100%, and prevented loss via fraud with Burlington $350K

Managed collecting 100% miss-delivered Urban Outfitters shipment 100% successfully

Tele-Supervised staff of 5 clerks and ensured their work was done timely and efficiently

Worked closely with principal in identifying problem accounts, and analyzed accounts for accuracy at S Bertram

Revamped and streamlined processes with a proactive approach to chargeback resolution at Children’s Apparel Network

Maintained customer portals access, followed up on emails and phone calls, and handled domestic letters of credit.

Communicated and worked closely with CFO and owner on major accounts with credit issues

Supervised all US Customs claims, and followed up with customs brokers at International Bond & Marine Brokerage

Prioritized claims, and initiated importers involvement to settle claims

Oversaw the daily operations and oversaw 7 sets of financial books, with gross yearly sales of $50M-$60M at Cherry Stix

Responsible for sales accounts including Walmart, Nordstrom, Marshalls, and Burlington

Monitored in-house accounts and utilized CIT Factoring services for remainder of accounts

RELEVANT WORK HISTORY

Jivetel, Lakewood, NJ – Project Manager 2022

C-Life Group, New York, NY – Accounts Receivable Supervisor 2019 – 2022

S. Bertram, Linden, NJ – Accounts Receivable Supervisor 2018 – 2019

Children's Apparel Network, Elizabeth, NJ – Accounts Receivable Supervisor 2017 – 2018

International Bond & Marine Brokerage, Hoboken, NJ – Manager Claims 2014 – 2016

Cherry Stix, LTD, New York, NY – Credit/Collections Manager 1988 – 2014

EDUCATION: Bramson ORT, New York, NY – BA in Business Administration

RELEVANT SKILLS: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook; Google Drive; Basic QuickBooks; Customer Portals (Retail-Link, TJX, Costco, Target, JC Penney); Notary Public; NYS EMT

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