Purchasing & Logistics Specialist with 29+ Years Experience

Fort Lauderdale, FL (US) • ************@*****.*** • 305-***-****

GINA DPLANA

Purchasing Specialist / Logistics Coordinator

Purchasing and logistics coordinator with over 29 years of experience optimizing procurement, inventory, and transportation processes. Expert at leveraging SAP, NetSuite, QuickBooks, and advanced Excel to streamline purchasing workflows, reduce lead times, and secure cost-saving vendor contracts. Proven ability to drive operational efficiency and on-time delivery through process improvement and strong cross-functional collaboration. EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT Jan 2018 – Mar 2026

JMT Social Marketing Pembroke Pines

TRANSLATOR Dec 2010 – Jan 2018

Client Services Miami

LOGISTICS COORDINATOR Nov 2001 – Dec 2010

Amsa Airlines / Cargo Miami Springs

DOCUMENTS AGENT Jun 1996 – Oct 2001

Carnival Cruise Lines/ Documents Agent Doral

EDUCATION

ASSOCIATE DEGREE IN HEALTHCARE ADMINISTRATION Aug 2010 – Oct 2012 FNU Hialeah

GPA 3.5

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA Aug 1991 – Jun 1995

Pace High School Opalocka

Graduated with honors

COURSES

EKG CERTIFICATE Aug 2010 – Oct 2012

FNU

LANGUAGES

Spanish (Highly proficient), English (Highly proficient) Coordinated cross-functional teams, streamlining purchasing for faster project delivery Fostered teamwork across departments, improving operational efficiency Enhanced account management, increasing client retention and satisfaction Cultivated strong client relationships, ensuring repeat business Improved purchasing workflows, accelerating project timelines Managed vendor relationships, ensuring timely procurement and delivery of goods Coordinated logistics operations to streamline supply chain processes Resolved supply chain issues, minimizing disruptions and delays Collaborated with teams to streamline cargo operations, improving delivery timelines Managed logistics for 1,000+ shipments monthly, driving customer satisfaction Analyzed shipping data to address inefficiencies and enhance operations Negotiated vendor contracts, reducing shipping costs and boosting profitability Maintained shipment logs, ensuring regulatory compliance and record accuracy Delivered customer service resolving inquiries and fostering loyalty Verified documentation for compliance reducing errors Streamlined retrieval processes improving efficiency Coordinated with departments enhancing communication Maintained records improving data accessibility

SKILLS

Supply Chain Management, Inventory Control, Purchase Orders, Vendor Management, Freight Coordination, Order Fulfillment, Time Management, Logistics Planning, Shipping Documentation, Negotiation Skills, SAP, Microsoft Office, Project Management, Cost Reduction, Data Analysis, Procurement Strategy, Risk Management, Supplier Evaluation, Decision Making, Conflict Resolution, Team Leadership, Creative Problem Solving

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