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Seattle, Washington, United States

Seattle, Washington, United States

-Skillfully administered OEM orders produced internationally, ensuring procurement with error-free purchase orders. -Maintained inventory for over 280 SKUs, optimizing stock levels by managing purchase orders based on sales trend analysis.-Expanded product line by sourcing non-standard items based on pricing, functionality, and safety. -Collaborated with vendors and production teams to optimize bulk packaging, reducing labor and shipping costs, while also introducing environmentally conscious materials for sustainability.-Maintained a database for product specifications, safety and compliance across 280 SKUs, ensuring regulatory adherence and collaborating with suppliers to swiftly resolve any compliance issues.-Negotiated impactful reductions in pricing and minimum order quantities.-Transformed landed cost tracking by migrating from static spreadsheets to a dynamic database, enhancing accuracy and efficiency in recording and analyzing cost data.-Resolved defective orders, overseeing internal RMA processes. In one instance negotiated the full re-production of a 10,000-unit order, securing manufacturer coverage for all re-production costs.

Seattle, Washington, United States

-Effortlessly managed a high volume of daily orders in a fast-paced environment, serving as a link between internal departments and clients.-Demonstrated expertise in resolving a myriad of issues spanning imprinting, shipping, timelines, PVC molding, and billing.-Authored detailed scope of work contracts for projects exceeding $10,000, outlining project specifics, deliverables, and timelines, ensuring client agreement via E-Signature.-Elevated to the primary contact for the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th largest clients, showcasing exceptional problem-solving skills and fostering lasting client satisfaction through attentive customer service.-Excelled as the primary liaison for production of a major retail brand. Managing purchase order processing, stock oversight, and issue resolution. -Pioneered innovation and automation by streamlining prepayment reminders, art approvals, and order confirmations.

Juneau, Alaska, United States

-Supervised and trained a staff of 23 employees, while ensuring timely facility maintenance, and collecting payments from third-party vendors. -Oversaw the operation of over 12 daily flights, accommodating up to 120 guests per day.

Juneau, Alaska, United States

-Heightened customer satisfaction by handling tour rescheduling and refunds, turning upset customers into understanding ones in the face of weather-related cancellations.