Supply Chain Business Analyst
Resume:
Karrington Griffin
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
The Gracefully Natural, Rocky Mount, VA
Business Analyst (Contract Role) May 2023 – November 2023
● Conducted workflow analysis, identifying production bottlenecks, leading to a 15% increase in operational efficiency.
● Optimized sales strategies using customer data, increasing revenue by 20% through targeted marketing campaigns.
● Developed staffing models that reduced labor costs by 10% without sacrificing productivity.
● Implemented inventory management solutions, reducing waste and improving product availability by 25%.
● Integrated business intelligence tools, enhancing real-time decision-making for leadership. The Youngstown Business Incubator, Youngstown, OH
Director of Supply Chain Diversity 2022 – Present
● Established strategic partnerships with procurement offices, addressing challenges and opportunities for diverse suppliers.
● Managed databases of procurement needs, improving supplier visibility and opportunity access.
● Launched outreach strategies (email, social media, newsletters) to distribute supply chain opportunities.
● Fostered relationships between local banks and state lending programs to support minority-owned businesses.
● Hosted the "Supply Chain Expo," connecting procurement officials with small business owners. Business Counselor June – September 2022
● Provided consulting and training to minority, veteran, and women-owned businesses, resulting in improved business practices.
● Tracked client progress, assisted with loan packaging, and helped implement business plans.
● Led professional development workshops to enhance business owner capabilities. Administrative Assistant/Certification Specialist March – June 2022
● Managed scheduling for senior leadership and supported Ohio's set-aside certification program.
● Marketed MBAC services, expanding community engagement and certification success rates. Jmc Boarding Home Inc, Youngstown, OH
Home Manager 2017 – 2021
● Managed resident intake and communications with case workers, ensuring smooth transitions and care.
● Scheduled contractors for maintenance and ensured all regulatory documentation was up to date.
● Handled payroll, employee scheduling, and daily operations, reducing operational inefficiencies by 20%.
Jackson Podiatry Inc, Youngstown, OH
Administrative Assistant/Office Manager 2014 – 2019
● Managed billing, payroll, and financial reporting, including profit and loss statements.
● Project-managed the construction of a new office space, ensuring on-time and within-budget delivery.
● Converted medical records to electronic documentation, reducing administrative time by 30%.
● Oversaw insurance audits and maintained compliance with industry regulations. Eli’s Famous Bar B Que, Warren, OH
Manager 2015 – 2017
● Managed daily operations, employee schedules, and payroll for staff.
● Integrated a new point-of-sale system, improving transaction accuracy by 15%.
● Authored and implemented a new employee handbook, ensuring consistent training standards.
● Resolved conflicts between staff and customers, improving customer satisfaction by 10%. Pentecostal Assemblies of the World, Indianapolis, IN Assistant Logistics Coordinator 2012 – 2018
● Coordinated logistics for 12 departments during an 8-day international conference, ensuring timely room setups and proper equipment allocation.
● Led day-to-day conference planning, finalizing event schedules for 500+ attendees.
● Managed live stage production for the 2013 convention recording. BOARD EXPERIENCE
OH WOW!® The Roger & Gloria Jones Children’s Center for Science & Technology, Youngstown, OH Board Member 2023 – Present
● Provide strategic direction for STEM education initiatives and engage with community stakeholders to promote outreach.
● Oversee financial planning and ensure alignment with organizational goals. Gateways To Better Living Inc, Youngstown, OH
Board Member 2024 – Present
● Advise on strategies to improve services for individuals with developmental disabilities.
● Foster relationships with community partners to expand organizational impact. EDUCATION
The Wharton School
Certification in Global Supply Chain Management
SKILLS
● Supply Chain Strategy & Diversity Initiatives
● Business Consulting & Loan Packaging
● Workflow Optimization & Database Management
● Professional Development & Workshop Facilitation
● Financial Management & Bookkeeping
● Conflict Resolution & Mediation
● Project Management & Certification Programs
REFERENCES
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