Supply Chain Project Management
Resume:
Taski L. Southall
Lawrenceville, GA
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Results-Driven Data Analytic Professional with Expertise in Project Management, Procurement, and Operational Efficiency
Summary of Accomplishments:
●Managed $400MM+ in procurement initiatives with potential savings of $76MM YTD, demonstrating exceptional financial oversight and cost optimization.
●Secured $15MM in cost savings by developing and deploying should-cost models using advanced spend analytics tools like Coupa CSO and Excel.
●Successfully automated procurement modules in Coupa, reducing non-value-added activities across multiple categories.
●Provided actionable market research and cost analysis, driving strategic decisions and sourcing best practices for senior management.
●Delivered data-driven insights and reporting, improving decision-making and enhancing business operations.
●Collaborated cross-functionally to align category strategies with organizational goals, contributing to achieving long-term sourcing plans.
●Led developing and deploying a new claims processing system with an external vendor, improving processing efficiency.
●Enhanced financial reporting processes by producing comprehensive productivity, expense, and insurance reports for senior leadership.
●Managed customer service relationships, providing tailored supply chain solutions that met customer requirements and improved satisfaction.
●Instrumental in securing over $9 million in revenue for the department in 2014 by successfully supporting the procurement process.
Areas of Expertise:
●Supply Chain Management
●Direct/Indirect Procurement
●Strategic Sourcing & Stakeholder Management
●Should-Cost Optimization & Program Management
●Procure-to-Pay Systems & RFx Management
●Process Improvement & Digital Transformation
●Agile Methodology & Lean Six Sigma
●Business Analytics & Data Analytics
●Enterprise Design Thinking
●Risk Management & Financial Analysis
●Vendor Management & Contract Negotiation
●Finance & Accounting
●GL Reconciliation
●General Bank Reconciliation
●Preparation of Journal Entries
Professional Experience:
Morgan Stanley, Alpharetta, GA
April 2021 - Present, Data Analyst
●Generate and analyze reports (manual and automated) to validate account functionality and ensure data integrity.
●Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure project outcomes align with business needs and expectations.
●Monitor data trends and correct inconsistencies to maintain accuracy and quality.
●Query databases to confirm data accuracy and troubleshoot issues, ensuring high-quality reporting.
●Manage requests from auditors, providing only the necessary data to support internal and external audits.
●Contribute to reporting, analytics, and audits, fostering a culture of data-driven decision-making.
United Parcel Service – Corporate Division, Atlanta, GA
November 2018 – April 2021, Procurement/Strategic Sourcing Analyst
●Managed procurement initiatives with a total spend exceeding $400MM, achieving potential savings of $76MM YTD.
●Secured $15MM in cost savings by creating should-cost models and leveraging advanced spend analytics tools such as Coupa CSO and Excel.
●Responded to senior management’s requests for market research, cost analysis, and sourcing best practices.
●Drove cost reduction across business units by optimizing bidding processes, analyzing internal and market data, and implementing value analysis.
●Developed and maintained supplier performance measures and incentives, identifying strategies to achieve targeted savings.
●Collaborated with category teams to develop strategies aligned with long-term sourcing objectives and goals.
United Parcel Service – Corporate Division, Atlanta, GA
February 2016 – November 2018, Claims Examiner Specialist
●Resolved customer claims by researching, analyzing, and providing solutions for service failures.
●Produced financial reports (expense, productivity, insurance) for senior management.
●Managed product management reporting and billing processes, ensuring timely and accurate documentation.
●Led the technical project of creating a new claims processing system, collaborating with an external vendor.
●Worked with the accounting department to reconcile ledger activities and processed payment requests.
United Parcel Service – Supply Chain Solutions Division, Alpharetta, GA
August 2012 – February 2016, Government Operations Support Specialist
●Generated daily quotes for government agencies, contractors, and aerospace customers based on specific transportation needs.
●Analyzed customer data to design and price customized transportation systems.
●Provided customer support and solutions for domestic and international shipping requests.
●Coordinated with internal departments and external vendors to create complex shipping quotes and ensure timely shipment completion.
●Conducted audits of internal rate charges to ensure billing accuracy.
United Parcel Service – Supply Chain Solutions Division, Alpharetta, GA
March 2011 – July 2012, Customer Care Specialist
●Led the dispatch team and coordinated presentations for carrier and customer meetings.
●Measured and monitored performance metrics for 3PL providers, implementing corrective action plans as necessary.
●Provided proactive management of transit challenges, issues, and exceptions to ensure timely deliveries.
●Investigated and processed recovery claims in compliance with UPS claims procedures.
United Parcel Service – Freight Division, Lawrenceville, GA
June 2006 – February 2011, Senior Administrative Assistant/AP Clerk
●Streamlined the process for addressing rejected TMW payables, reducing re-entry time by 5%.
●Managed daily payables batch reconciliation and resolved discrepancies in billing.
●Assisted in the setup of new vendor accounts and updates to existing accounts.
●Supported finance staff in resolving unpaid invoices and billing disputes.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration (Concentration in Logistics and Project Management)
Strayer University, Atlanta, GA (Projected Graduation: June 2027)
Certifications and Accomplishments:
●Six Sigma Certification
●Tableau Desktop Certification
●Power BI Certification
●Operations Management Certification
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