Supply Chain Operations Specialist

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Long Beach, CA

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TASNIME MEKOUAR +1-310-***-****

Operations Specialist

Highly motivated and detail-oriented Operations Specialist with experience in supply chain management, procurement, logistics, and administrative operations. Skilled in vendor negotiation, inventory optimization, and process improvement with a strong ability to enhance operational efficiency. Adept at working independently and collaboratively in fast-paced environments, ensuring seamless coordination across multiple departments. Currently gaining hands-on experience in project management, sourcing strategies, and geographic mapping techniques to drive strategic business solutions. Fluent in Arabic, English, and French, with exceptional analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills. Elite Complete Auto Repair Long Beach Jan 2025 - Present Oversee parts ordering and supplier sourcing, ensuring timely procurement and cost-effective purchasing.

Maintain inventory management to optimize stock levels and reduce overhead costs.

Develop relationships with vendors and suppliers, negotiating pricing and contracts for automotive parts.

Coordinate logistics for incoming and outgoing shipments, ensuring efficient supply chain operations.

Implement process improvements to streamline procurement and inventory tracking within the shop.

Francison Consulting, Inc. – Newport Beach, CA Jul 2024 – Dec 2024 Provided administrative support, improving operational efficiency by 20% through effective document handling and office coordination. Conducted data entry for internal databases, contributing to accurate records and optimized accessibility for the team.

Coordinated schedules, managed communications, and ensured timely updates for all project documentation.

Researched administrative processes and presented recommendations that enhanced team workflow.

Facilitated effective communication with team members and clients, resolving inquiries and improving operational flow. Orange County Transportation Authority Orange, CA

Aug 2023 - May 2024

Participated in OCTA's College Intern Program, a year-round paid internship focused on hands-on experience in the transportation industry.

Supported public records requests and DBE-related tasks, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

Obtained and processed contractual documents for public records requests, scanning, logging, and distributing them to the Clerk’s Office.

B.S. in Business Administration Concentrations:

Business Management & Operations in Supply

Chain Management

2021 – 2025

Technical Skills: Supply Chain

Optimization Logistics Management

Inventory Control Demand Forecasting

Procurement Strategies Vendor

Negotiation ERP Systems Data

Analytics Database Administration

Document Management Python SQL

Budget Oversight Market Trends

Analysis Schedule Management Team

Coordination Office Organization

Geographic Mapping & Analysis

Automotive Parts Procurement

Soft Skills: Public Speaking Customer

Service Leadership Communication

Problem-Solving Critical Thinking

Negotiation Multi-Tasking Analytical

Thinking

Languages: Arabic (Native) English

(Fluent) French (Fluent)

Data Analytics Certification CSULB

2024 - 2025

Operations Specialist

Operations/Admin Intern

Contracts Administrator Intern

California State University, Long Beach

Managed DBE database updates by inputting subcontractor data and maintaining accuracy. Assisted with front desk operations, providing administrative support and enhancing customer interactions. Developed problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills, improving efficiency in handling multiple projects simultaneously.

Gained industry insights by working with a mentor and engaging in transportation-related projects with internal teams. Student Assistant

International Admission Office @ CSULB Long Beach, CA

May 2022 - Aug 2023

Handled 50+ calls daily and managed mail, improving office efficiency and responsiveness. Assisted office visitors, providing accurate information and directing them appropriately. Organized compliance paperwork and client documents to enhance operational efficiency. Prepared Excel-based reports, leveraging data management skills for reporting needs. Streamlined electronic filing systems, improving document retrieval efficiency by 30%. ACADEMIC PROJECTS

Product Sourcing Project

Conducted a comprehensive market analysis to identify the most cost-effective and high-quality suppliers. Developed a supplier evaluation matrix to compare key factors such as pricing, lead time, and sustainability. Negotiated with vendors to optimize procurement costs while ensuring product quality and compliance with industry standards.

Created a supply chain model to streamline inventory management and logistics efficiency. Project Management Training

Gaining hands-on experience in project planning, scheduling, and execution within a simulated business environment. Learning the fundamentals of Agile and Waterfall methodologies to effectively manage tasks and deadlines. Collaborating with a cross-functional team to develop strategic solutions for case studies in supply chain operations. Utilizing Gantt charts and risk management techniques to enhance project success rates. Starboard Mapping Project

Learning and applying Starboard Mapping techniques for supply chain and logistics optimization. Analyzing geographic data to enhance transportation route efficiency and minimize delivery delays. Utilizing mapping tools to visualize supply chain bottlenecks and recommend improvements. Developing data-driven solutions for inventory allocation and distribution network planning.

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