In this current role/project I've tackled the optimization of the supply chain for our candy manufacturing company. I have implemented robust systems to optimize sourcing of key COGS components, while ensuring seamless inventory tracking across the supply chain. I manage end-to-end supplier relationships and optimize the product flow from raw material suppliers to the shipping dock. By identifying, managing, and evaluating cost savings initiatives across the organization, collaborating with stakeholders we maximize operational efficiency. I have contributed to marketing efforts by representing the company in B2B engagements, trade shows, showrooms, and direct consumer interactions.• Implement inventory monitoring system, coordinating raw material orders with production schedule and sales forecasts.• Collaborate with the production team to optimize purchasing timing and maintain optimal raw material inventory levels, successfully managing strong seasonality. • Streamline the quoting process and promptly issue accurate purchase orders.• Monitor incoming shipments for accuracy and resolve issues immediately.• Negotiated three contracts with industry-leading logistics providers, UPS and FedEx, consistently striving to lower shipping costs and optimize logistics operations.• Coordinated initiative to develop custom shipping boxes, resulting in a significant reduction in wasted space for every shipment and a marked decrease in instances of damaged items reaching customers.• Spearheaded end-to-end collaboration with a key third-party packaging company, establishing a seamless onboarding process, providing comprehensive training, and upholding quality standards.• Deliver unparalleled service to wholesale, retail, and internal customers.• • Lead partnership with a local university, helping facilitate two collaborative co-working sessions for undergraduate capstone classes.• Assume a pivotal role as the driving force behind the physical realization of new products.

MBA Graduate Student

In this role, I attained strong understanding of Asian/Korean culture to support global business interactions. I developed age and level-appropriate, activity-based English curriculum integrating listening, speaking, writing, and reading exercises to optimize learning experience.• Enhanced student engagement and learning capabilities through effective utilization of available classroom technology.• Ensured delivery of quality education by leveraging exceptional knowledge of Korean culture, linguistics, and written proficiency.• Improved operational excellence by successfully integrating into Korean society, adopting elements of Korean culture, and developing extensive personal network.

In this role, I drove continuous improvements by realigning and reorganizing business processes such as revenue, profit, fleet size, number of accounts, and employee development on monthly, quarterly, and yearly basis. I oversaw day-to-day operation, while ensuring complete alignment with organizational goals. I built high-performing team by interviewing potential employees and recruiting at job fairs/open house events.• Attained accounts and end users of rental cars by developing robust business referrals.• Enabled excellent business growth by boosting revenue to 50% and profitability to 200% in 2.5 years.• Generated cost savings by proficiently managing vehicle leases as well as managing labor costs, and facility costs.• Enhanced productivity and sales performance by training, developing, and delegating tasks to existing and new employees.• Doubled number of significant accounts, increased fleet size by 60%, managed three direct reports, and achieved 40% promotion rate, while meeting and exceeding set expectations.