CHERYL WASHINGTON
United States 610-***-**** *****************@*****.***
Summary
Results-focused Contract to Hire professional with strengths in Supply Chain Consulting, International Trade, Recruiting & Manufacturing. Proactive leader with strengths in communication and collaboration in Project Management. Proficient in leveraging Recruiting in Corporate, Financial, IT, and Manufacturing including Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, and Compliance training Implementations of knowledge to promote the best results in hiring and retention practices throughout various career industries. Adept at managing concurrent objectives to promote efficiency and influence positive outcomes in the most lean, efficient, and effective manner. Accomplished with over 14 years of expertise in Supply Chain with Operational Management. Successfully led economic development projects. Adapting to ever-changing markets due to new technologies and globalization. Committed to developing teams while improving inclusion practices in lean, agile, and resilience processes, procurements that reduce cost, enhance service, and increase performance for the best return on investments (ROI).
Skills
• Active key role in Company's start-up and future growth internationally and domestically.
• Strong Negotiation Skills
• Recruitment Systems ATS, CMS, Boolean, and HRMS · Recruitment Onboard, Source, Affirmative Action, IT, Recruitment Trends, Hiring, and Retention Strategies
• Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion Specialist - Guest Teacher
· Economic Industrial & Commercial Business Development, Teleo,
• Supply Chain; Lean Principals, Kaizen, KPI, TQM, SWOT, Procurement, PMP Certificate, ERP, MRPII, CRM
• Logistics International Trade Certifications:
Harmonized Tariff Schedule/Schedule B Classification; International Documentation Certification; Incoterm Certification; International Payment Certification
Experience
SpectraForce
Recruitment Coordinator IV-Contract
American Express, Sunrise, FL, Remote 07/2022 – 02/2023
Experience in Teleo/ATS and other new world recruitment tools, technologies, and platforms to
improve process efficiencies with KPI and Metric
Outstanding assessment and interviewing skills; strong command of assessment and selection
methodologies, instruments, and processes
In-depth knowledge of the recruiting landscape with the ability to produce external trends, market
intelligence and industry insights
Demonstrated ability to listen, understand, convey, and relate ideas, concepts, and issues clearly
and confidently through all channels while having an awareness of environmental cues.
Worked in a team environment that emphasized group contributions
Ability to build and sustain trust while leveraging partnerships at all levels.
Proven ability to perform under pressure and under tight deadlines
Ability to interact with people at all levels of an organization and to develop strong client
relationships
Excellent communication, collaboration, influencing, and problem-solving skills
Strategic outlook and ability to lead change and innovation• Strong influencing skills and ability to work across multiple levels of an organization
Ability to make logical decisions in a complex environment
Able to adapt own approach and style to the situation.
Ensure the company complies with laws and regulations as it relates to online sourcing, recruiting, and hiring practices
Perform quantitative and qualitative analysis to determine sourcing effectiveness based on
recruitment funnel, sourcing channel, and time to fill analysis
Identify process improvement opportunities to strengthen and improve hiring leaders as well as
candidate experience
Supply Chain & International Logistics Consultant 09/2007 to 06/2022
Huckabee International Supply Chain and Logistics
Implemented clear and effective planning strategies to meet supply chain needs, meet demand and optimize distribution.
Enhanced supply chain processes, strengthened planning procedures, organized schedules, and maintained records.
Implemented communication channels with customers, clientele, and key vendors, prioritizing opportunities and ensuring quick problem resolution.
Saved money by negotiating cost-effective supplier purchases.
Administered sales and operations planning by forecasting demand, supply needs, purchasing, and logistics requirements.
Addressed bottlenecks early and improved strategic planning by applying the theory of constraints for continuous improvement methodology.
Supported the company's business strategy by developing and managing a global supply base contributing to growth.
Reduced corporate expenses by optimizing resource allocation.
Aligned financial plans with operational targets and strategic goals to deliver optimal customer, profit, and production results.
Sourced, vetted, and monitored logistics vendors to keep costs and service quality in line with contract parameters.
Implemented a new logistics system and developed relationships with contractors for overflow freight carrier needs to increase efficiency, operations, and profitability.
Authored business supply chain vision and master plan regarding end-to-end structure, budget planning, vendor sourcing, production, and delivery.
Education and Training
Bachelor of Science: Supply Chain and Logistics Management 12/2016
Bellevue University Bellevue, NE
Fulbright/Gilman U.S. State Department International Recipient
Cum laude graduate
Associate of Science: Logistics and Transportation Management 04/2014
Iowa Central Community College Fort Dodge, IA
Scholarship Recipient
National Honors Member
3.2 GPA
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