Supply Chain Inventory Management

Elena Florentina Zaharia

Address: Duluth, Duluth 30097, United States

Phone number: 770-***-****

Email address: **********************@*****.***

Dynamic Program Manager with 14 years of experience in optimizing logistics operations, driving process improvements, and managing cross-functional teams. Moved to Georgia in 2023 and received work permit in July 2024. Expertise in logistics planning, supply chain management, and data analysis, with a proven track record of implementing innovative solutions that enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs. Adept at leading complex, multi-disciplinary projects across global networks to achieve strategic goals and optimize inventory management practices.

Profile

Education

Engineering Bachelor of Science

"Ghe. Asachi" Technical University of Iasi

Faculty of Letters and Communication Sciences Bachelor of Communication

"Stefan Cel Mare" University

Work Experience

01/2021 – 07/2024 Manager of Logistics and Supply Chain CARPETA RO GROUP

Led cross-functional teams to achieve strategic logistics goals, ensuring alignment with both short-term objectives and long-term company vision. Analyzed logistics operations to identify inefficiencies, resulting in a 20% reduction in labor resources through the implementation of NFC technology in the packing and shipping departments.

Optimized global inventory management, implementing process improvements that reduced delivery complaints by 50% and enhanced customer satisfaction. Collaborated with third-party logistics providers (3PL) to secure new contracts, thereby expanding the company's logistics network and improving service delivery.

01/2014 – 07/2018 Logistics Manager

INFO TRANS IMPEX

Negotiated contracts with carriers and service providers, achieving a reduction in shipping and leasing costs while maintaining service quality. Implemented logistics process improvements, which led to significant cost reductions and increased operational efficiency.

Managed and developed client and carrier networks, ensuring that logistical needs were met, and new business contracts were successfully pursued and closed.

03/2010 – 01/2014 Customer service and transportation manager INFO TRANS EXPERT

Managed customer relationships with a focus on high satisfaction by addressing client needs effectively and promptly.

Scheduled and optimized shipment routes to increase cost-effectiveness and productivity, achieving backhaul goals in collaboration with planning teams. Work Experience

Directed maintenance activities for equipment and vehicles, ensuring operational readiness and reliability.

07/2006 – 03/2010 Transport coordinator

INFO TRANS EXPERT

Coordinated expedited shipping requests to ensure accurate documentation and billing, while minimizing delays.

Negotiated favorable freight rates with third-party vendors, securing cost- effective contracts and enhancing overall logistics efficiency. Proactively tracked orders and communicated with customers regarding delivery times, effectively mitigating potential delays. 09/2002 – 06/2006 Highscool Teacher

Dimitrie Cantemir High School

Skills

– LANGUAGES (EXAMPLE)

English

PROFESSIONAL

Romanian

NATIVE

COST REDUCTION WAREHOUSE LOGISTICS

CRITICAL THINKING ROUTE OPTIMIZATION BUDGET PLANNING CLIENT MANAGEMENT

– COMPUTER SKILLS (EXAMPLE)

SAP

PROFESSIONAL

Adobe Photosop

PROFESSIONAL

Microsoft Office

PROFESSIONAL

Volunteering

Painting Photography Hiking Zumba

Hobbies

Volunteering

09/2020 – 08/2022 Event Organizer

ACIC

Coordinate impactful events that support ACIC's mission to improve the quality of life for children, youth, and the elderly. Ensure each event is well-organized and aligns with our community-focused goals of education and prevention. 08/2020 – 08/2022 Painting Workshop Coordinator

ACIC

Led creative workshops that engaged children, youth, and the elderly, fostering artistic expression and contributing to community well-being. Program and Project Management: Expertise in leading complex, multi-disciplinary projects, including logistics planning and cross-functional collaboration. Logistics Optimization: Skilled in optimizing logistics networks and warehouse utilization to enhance operational efficiency.

Data Analysis & Process Improvement: Strong ability to analyze data and implement process improvements that drive cost reduction and increase productivity. Supply Chain Management: Extensive experience in managing global supply chain operations, inventory management, and logistics planning.

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Proven ability to work with cross-functional teams to achieve strategic goals and deliver optimized logistics solutions.

Inventory Management Software: Proficient in using inventory management software and forecasting strategies to ensure optimal stock levels and resource allocation. SQL: Basic proficiency in SQL for logistics-related data analysis and inventory management. SKILLS

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