PAOLA GOMEZ
*****@****.*** 201-***-**** Jersey City, NJ 07310 LinkedIn Profile
Analytical, strategic, empathetic Strong experience in data analysis, marketing research and customer relations
EDUCATION
Montclair University Montclair, NJ
M.S. Business Analytics (STEM Degree) GPA: 4.00 Jan 2026 (Expected)
Relevant Coursework: Data Mining, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, Statistical Analysis
University Autonoma De Occidente Cali, Colombia
B.S. Marketing and International Business; top ranked university in Colombia’s 3rd largest city May 2016
SKILLS
Technical Skills: Python, Power BI, SQL, Tableau, Microsoft Office, SAP modules, Nielsen (certified)
Core Skills: AI, statistical analysis, business process optimization, data visualization, customer & sales mgmt
Certifications: aCAP (certified), digital marketing (Javeriana University), Bigquery (Google)
Languages: Spanish (native), English (professional proficiency, Zoni Language Centers in NY)
WORK EXPERIENCE
Shipco Transport Elizabeth, NJ
Door Delivery Manager August 2021 - February 2023
Defined actions to improve margins for warehouse incl. inventory control optimization (15% cost reduction)
Strategized and streamlined shipment processes from port to costumer, enhancing delivery times
Fostered strong client relationships and facilitated clearance documentation for warehouses, liaising with freight forwarder and international partners
Teleperformance Cali, Colombia (Remote)
Customer Service Manager October 2020 - July 2021
Led client relationship management and resolved customer issues, ensuring service quality and client satisfaction
Implemented prioritization strategies to address client needs, improving service response time by 20%
Carvajal Pulpa y Papel Cali, Colombia
Marketing Analyst June 2017 - July 2019
Managed relationship with key distributors (e.g. Propandina's, Supapel) of Propal, a global company in in the sugar industry, with over 26,000 employees and $1.7 billion in annual revenue
Negotiated purchase agreements with key distributors, increasing profitability by 10%
Conducted commercial analyses and optimized SAP inventory inputs, supporting national sales teams
Maintained optimized inventory levels across branches, ensuring consistent product availability
LLoreda S.A Cali, Colombia
Marketing Analyst September 2014 - May 2017
Conducted marketing research and data analysis using Nielsen to guide marketing strategy development
Evaluated competitor pricing, distribution channels, and demographic data for actionable insights