Lead Logistics Coordinator with 15+ Years Experience

LARRY KIMBLE

San Pedro, CA ***** Business-310-***-**** Personal-310-***-**** ***********@**.***

LEAD LOGISTICS COORDINATOR

Strategic Planning Continuous Improvement Operational Excellence SUMMARY

Logistics professional with over 15 years’ experience managing key shipments, carrier and vendor relations, and high-level customer service. Leverage proven abilities as an interpersonal leader to meet organizational objectives and drive efficiencies across operations. Well versed in building cross-functional relationships with internal and external entities, along with technical skills utilizing various industry-related systems and applications. Verbal & Written Communication Shipment Coordination Package Handling Inventory Management Vendor & Carrier Relations Relationship Building Records

& Documentation Cross-functional Teamwork Analytical Thinking Attention to Detail Problem Solving Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Retail Marketing Coordinator, Logistics SHEIN Los Angeles, CA May 2021–October 2024

• Managed logistics for The SHEIN pop-up team consisting of eight personnel, including coordinating nationwide shipping and receiving.

• Spearheaded logistics for between nine and ten events annually to maximize success, including ensuring shipments were executed flawlessly and all required supplies ordered.

• Worked collaboratively with production teams to set up the venue and prepare for openings to maximize the success of events and assisted various other departments by coordinating access to logistics vendor.

• Achieved cost effectiveness and substantial savings by selecting a logistics vendor with the best value and implementing strategies to ship directly to a region of the country where events were being held.

• Awarded with 2021 Above & Beyond certificate in recognition for exceeding performance expectations. Logistics & Receiving Specialist Nordstrom Rack Redondo Beach, CA July 2011–May 2021

• Facilitated receiving and loading of inbound freight from distribution center and common carriers, along with sorting and delivering of merchandise to internal selling departments.

• Assisted with operations for seamless biannual inventories by pre-scanning and organizing merchandise in stock and on sales floor.

• Supported sales departments by setting up stores and stock prior to opening and assisting customers when needed to ensure a positive experience.

INTERMITTENT & PRIOR EXPERIENCE:

Back of House & Customer Service Specialist Crate and Barrel Torrance, CA Oversaw FedEx shipping functions, customer service initiatives, packaging of merchandise for customers, and stocking shelves with product.

Stock & Merchandising Supervisor Cost Plus World Market Torrance, CA Led store logistics to ensure efficiency and effectiveness across operations, from opening to closing. Completed truck and trailer check-in procedures while adhering to all company policies. VALUE-ADDED

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