CORE COMPETENCIES
Project Management
Budgeting
Leadership
Effective Communication
Flexibility in Management
Decision Making
Attention to Detail
Training & Development
Result Focused Goals
Problem Solving
Inventory Control
Prioritization
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
Project Manager with extensive experience in Warehousing and Inventory management. Nearly two decades of leadership experience in fast-paced and challenging environments. Attention to detail and communication skills that exceed expectations. Personable yet professional work ethic in a people- oriented workplace that thrives on top results and relationships with colleagues, customers, vendors and cross-functional teams. WORK EXPERIENCE
Project Manager – Warehousing and Special Projects Caliber Global – Columbus, OH – 2014-2021
• Managed warehousing contracts, rate negotiations, project implementation and training in Warehouse Management software
• Led the design and implementation of proprietary Warehouse Management software
• Developed the standard operating procedures; trained staff, customers and warehouse partners in the warehouse management software’s usage
• Leader of ten direct reports (Project Coordinators) assigned to the daily warehouse project activities; served as an escalation point and issue resolution specialist for the team
• Oversaw special projects such as product rollouts, remodels, seasonal rollouts for major international accounts, primarily associated with Starbucks, Victoria’s Secret, Bath and Body Works and Panera
• Created and managed budgets for all special projects from design implementation through construction completion, including review of billing files for accuracy and ensuring desired margins were met Logistics and Inventory Consultant
CVSL Tomboy Tools/Longaberger – Dresden, OH – 2013-2014
• Oversaw and implemented relocation of warehouse and inventory from Colorado to Ohio
• Forecasted demand to determine what should be shipped immediately and what to keep on hand
• Updated company’s policies, procedures, and training program for future employees
• Led the transfer of corporate accounts to the new location and insured compliance with their strict standards
• Trained new Ohio employees how to utilize purchase order and invoicing systems, as well as pick and pack procedures
• Designed the warehouse layout for utmost efficiency EDUCATION
Bachelor of Business
Administration
Tiffin University
Tiffin, OH
1997 - 2002
High School Diploma
Waterford High School
Waterford, OH
1993 - 1997
PROJECT MANAGER
LAURA GOINS
*****.*.*****@*****.***
Cincinnati, OH
CONTACT
HARD SKILLS
Independent Leadership
Customer Relations
Application Development
Conflict Management
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
MANAGEMENT COMMUNICATION & FEEDBACK - WORKSHOP
Caliber Global I Columbus, OH I 2020
CONFLICT RESOLUTION - WORKSHOP
Caliber Global I Columbus, OH I 2019
WORK EXPERIENCE
Embroidery Production Manager
Rocky Mountain Apparel – Denver, CO – 2012-2013
• Established daily production schedule and oversaw department employees
• Cultivated relationships and assisted customers picking up and dropping off merchandise
• Supervised all inbound inventory and outgoing shipments
• Maintained quality control and corrected errors before merchandise reached customers
• Handled the department’s order entry, invoicing and accounts receivable via QuickBooks software
• Assisted in all areas of production as needed
Inventory and Warehouse Manager
Tomboy Tools, Inc.– Denver, CO – 2006-2011
• Developed superb customer relations skills through daily interaction with customers, consultants and suppliers
• Supervised and trained all new warehouse staff
• Lowered shipping costs by 15% through improved vendor relations and by implementing multiple quality control processes
• Increased efficiency in warehouse through automation of packing and shipping operations
• Tracked and documented all incoming and outgoing shipments
• Improved accuracy of inventory system through connectivity of UPS system and MAS 200 accounting system
• Coordinated compliance for corporate accounts and oversaw communication and shipments to nationwide retail outlets
• Held key leadership role in company transition to new web-based purchasing and shipping platform
• Crafted a monthly teamwork and motivation article in the newsletter delivered to 3,000 sales consultants internationally
• Highly experienced with national and international shipping regulations CONTACT
SOFT SKILLS
Interpersonal Collaboration
Dependability
Charismatic Personality
Adaptability
PROJECT MANAGER
LAURA GOINS
*****.*.*****@*****.***
Cincinnati, OH
TECHNICAL SKILLS
QuickBooks
MAS 200
Purchase Order Management
Mac & PC Platform
Microsoft Excel Spreadsheets
Warehouse Management
Systems (WMS)