KIRK KELEMEN
Atlanta, GA 678-***-**** *****.**@*****.***
inventory control supervisor
Operational Excellence ~ Customer Management ~ Strategic Leadership
Dynamic professional with 15+ years of diverse logistics management, employee development, and inventory management expertise with the ability to utilize data to improve company outcomes. Skilled executioner steering complex objectives and managing provisions to deliver customer-centered solutions on time and within budget. A natural leader and critical contributor to motivational advancement, strategically guiding professionals to ensure team growth and foster positive change implementation.
Signature Competencies
Organizational Development
Cargowise Proficient
Material Handling
Relationship Building
Workplace Safety
Research & Analysis
Strong Written & Verbal Communication
Transportation Logistics
Manufacturing Compliance
Inventory Management
SAP Proficiency
Professional Experience
BOLLORE LOGISTICS Hapeville, GA
Order-Desk Support 2/2022–5/2022
Utilize inventory management systems (such as CargoWise or SAP) to process all relevant transactions associated with air and freight distribution while demonstrating an ability to operate in a high-paced, productive environment to support all customer requirements in a timely, professional manner.
Continually drive processes towards increased customer satisfaction to ensure compliance with Service Level Agreements (SLA) and Operation-Level Agreements (OLA).
Elevate any discrepancies to the appropriate party as needed with clear communication on steps taken and needed to impact departmental change. Ensured safety compliance by implementing protocols promoting safety awareness-recognized as a game-changer by leadership for operational excellence.
YOKOGAWA CORPORATION OF AMERICA Newnan, GA
Import/Export Specialist 2013–2020
Handled end-to-end import operations, including document preparation, customs clearance, and delivery coordination collaborating with international suppliers, carriers, and agents to arrange efficient transport of goods, amplifying operational efficiency.
Ensured compliance with import regulations, including customs documentation, duty calculations, and tariff classification, and coordinated with internal departments to ensure timely, accurate delivery of imported goods.
Tracked and monitored shipments, providing regular updates to clients, and resolving any issues that may arise, employing innovative solutions to ensure client satisfaction.
YOKOGAWA CORPORATION OF AMERICA Newnan, GA
Assembler Technician III 2005–2013
Promoted to Assembler Technician II and III within the first three years of employment for consistently exceeding production goals and provided technical training for building and assembling lasers.
Maintained a high level of dexterity, emphasizing quality and workplace safety while serving as the critical point of contact for the Engineering Team to promote successful integration.
Used various electronic equipment to assemble, test and pack units per established YCA procedures and customer order requirements, following all department and company safety policies and procedures.
Researched and evaluated challenges identifying roadblocks across internal processes to craft a well-architected solution delivery that increased productivity and profitability, saving the company over $300K.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts in History Clayton State University Morrow, GA 2023 (anticipated graduation)