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• Successful implementation of domestic embroidery operations for a new revenue stream• Proactive assessment of business needs for additional product lines and new product roll-out• Negotiated a 10% cost savings for outbound small parcel shipments• Management, human resource functions and recruitment of distribution center staff• Strategic sourcing and negotiation of optimal supply chain solutions• Purchasing and supplier relations of business partners• Execution and training of quality and compliance procedures• Facilities and equipment management

• Management of inbound and outbound shipments and logistics• Invoice verification • Evaluate customer compliance and order requirements• Inventory management• Assisted with a reconfiguration of distribution center layout for more efficient processes• Direct day to day operations of front line team members

• Oversaw and coordinated warehouse activities of raw materials and finished product inventory including receipts, issue, transfer and reconciliation• Studied shipping notices, bills of lading, orders, and other records to determine shipping priorities, work assignments of staff and shipment methods to meet required deadlines• Managed staff including interviews, hiring, training, assigning and directing work, performance appraisal, rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing complaints, and resolving problems • Implemented and enforced adherence to company policies and ISO procedures• Negotiated rates with freight carriers and vendors for maximum cost reduction

• Configured SAP to meet needs of new customers and continuous improvement of operational processes• Evaluated work flow of warehouse activities and designed an efficient flow of materials for the sales and distribution module• Created business process procedures, training and testing documentation to support end users• Cross trained in receiving, production, process management and invoicing process and procedures• Researched and implemented new functionality for track-ability of products throughout the supply chain

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Business Administration And Management

Monfort College of Business at UNC was the recipient of 2004 Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award

Associate Of Science - As, Business Administration, Management And Operations