LINDA LI
Great Chicago area • ******@******.*** • 331-***-**** • Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/li3606 • Resume MS Sway https://sway.cloud.microsoft/w8w4nk0mvZ66XwXY?ref=Link&loc=play PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Flinn Scientific : Batavia, IL : #1 source for science equipment and supplies for more than 40 years. Global Supply Chain Intern; May 2024 - Present ; increase proficiency and promptness by 50%
• Procurement Support: Assisted in the procurement process by researching and setting up 50+ suppliers, soliciting and comparing over 100 quotes, and managing purchase orders worth $700K.
• Vendor Communication: Maintained communication with 50+ suppliers to track order status, resolve issues, and ensure items ship OTIF, achieving an on-time delivery rate of 95%.
• Logistics Coordination: Supported logistics activities, including tracking 200+ ocean and air shipments, facilitating customs clearance, and coordinating transportation, resulting in a 20% reduction in transit time.
• Inventory Management: Assisted in monitoring inventory levels across 2 warehouse locations, conducting monthly inventory counts, and reconciling discrepancies, leading to a 10% improvement in inventory accuracy.
• Data Entry/Analysis: Inputted and cleansed 10,000+ records in the supply chain ERP. Analyzed supply chain data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Documentation: Maintained accurate records and documentation related to procurement, logistics, and inventory management activities, ensuring 100% auditing requirements.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborated with internal teams, including purchasing, operations, and finance, to support supply chain initiatives and projects.
• Projects: Created spending projection, cash flow forecast, and executive summary preparation, supporting the executive team to decision-making and strategic planning.
Compassion & Passion; Naperville, IL; Financial literacy passion project. Founder and President; Apr 2022 - Present ; leading 80+ domestic and global multi-tier team
• Mission: Focused on teaching financial literacy to underprivileged communities while providing 50+ leadership opportunities for passionate students.
• Expansion: Currently operating in 8 U.S. states and India, impacting over 800+ individuals through educational programs.
• Leadership & Management: Developed strong skills in managing 80+ teams across multiple locations, leading 200+ volunteers and coordinating communication among diverse groups.
• Global Reach: Successfully scaled the initiative internationally, adapting programs to meet the needs of different cultural and economic environments.
Business Club; Aurora, IL; Rosary High School
Founder and President; Aug 2022-May 2024 ; led 30+ multi-tier team
• Hosted 40+ meetings with a focus on corporate finance, marketing, business law, operations/supply chain, and social skills.
• Built and refined leadership skills, patience, and the ability to work with various perspectives.
• Spearheaded the sale and marketing of school spirit wear, leading to a 5% increase in profits. Swim with Bill ; Aurora, IL
Swim Instructor; 2021-2023
AWARDS, HONORS, AND HONARARY MENTIONS
• Yale University: National Student Leadership Conference (NSLC): Business and Entrepreneurship program o Product Pitch Winner, Head of Finance
• Academic President’s Award
• Certificate from NYU Stern’s Future Business Leaders Program
• Mandarin Seal of Biliteracy, Commendation award for Spanish EDUCATION
BS – Finance, Purdue University, IN (2028) Online Course- Corporate Finance, Columbia University, NY Larsen Leaders Academy Online Course- Fintech, University of Hong Kong TECHNOLOGY EXPERTISE
• Proficiency in Excel: VLOOKUP, HLOOKUP, XLOOKUP, Pivot Table, Conditional formatting, formulas, etc.
• PowerBI, Sharepoint, MS Office Suite
KEY ATTRIBUTES
Trilingual: English, Mandarin, Spanish Leadership & Leadership Development Decision Making & Business Acumen Continuous Improvement Operational Excellence Team Building Business Process Improvement Proficient Promptness Cross Functional Team Building SWOT B2B Organized Wholesale & Distribution Logistics Sourcing ISM Member