👋 Hello and welcome to my LinkedIn profile! I'm Daisy Cruz, a dedicated MBA candidate at Rutgers Business School specializing in STEM focusing on Supply Chain Management with a minor in Global Business.🎓 My educational journey didn't start here, though. I have a vibrant background in Fashion Design from the Art Institute of California. This unique blend of business acumen and creative flair informs my holistic view of supply chain operations, from design conception to market distribution.💼 Professionally, I've worn many hats but most proudly as the Founder and Managing Director of Creations Cruz. Here, I navigated the complex realms of procurement, global logistics, and supplier relations to establish a brand that people have come to trust. We started as a small manufacturing outfit in El Salvador and grew into a much-loved provider of industrial boots and working shoes.🌐 We've always had a global outlook, targeting markets beyond our borders. This led me to hone skills in international logistics, strategic forecasting, and, most importantly, fostering invaluable supplier relations that serve as the backbone of any successful business.🔨 On the shop floor, I collaborated with engineers and technicians to streamline manufacturing processes. Through an unwavering commitment to quality management and the application of Lean SC Kaizen Process strategies, we've made leaps in operational efficiency.🛠 Tools I Can't Live Without: I swear by Excel when it comes to forecasting and data management. It's a versatile tool that complements my operational strategies.🌍 Languages: Fluent in both English and Spanish, I love connecting with people from different cultures and backgrounds. This linguistic versatility adds a rich texture to my professional interactions, especially in global logistics.😄 What Makes Me Tick: At the heart of all this is my passion for creating something tangible and valuable. Whether it's a unique design or a foolproof distribution strategy, the joy of seeing a concept come to life is incomparable.🔗 Let's Connect! If you're in the fields of Supply Chain Management, Fashion Design, Procurement, or Global Logistics, or even if you just share some of these interests, I'd love to expand my network and get to know you better. Feel free to reach out!