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Adrian Mendoza

Naperville,IL

Summary

Dynamic logistics professional with 18 years od experience, excelling in customs compliance and supply chain optimization. Adept at problem-solving and decision-making, Strong focus on team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs. Skilled in inventory management, vendor coordination, and transportation logistics. Reliable and results-oriented professional driven to optimize processes and achieve organizational goals.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Logistics Coordinator

Isolation Dynamics Corporation
Aurora IL
09.2025 - Current

Prepared international shipping files compliant with regulations, including Commercial Invoices, Packing Lists, SLIs, and USMCA certificates.

Customs Compliance: Audited trade documentation to ensure accurate HTS classification, country of origin, and valuation, preventing customs delays.

Domestic Execution: Managed multi-modal domestic freight operations, coordinating LTL, FTL, and hot-shot shipments from origin to final destination.

Carrier Management: Negotiated rates and secured capacity with international freight forwarders and domestic carriers to optimize transit times.

Discrepancy Resolution: Resolved documentation errors and customs holds proactively, maintaining a 99% on-time delivery rate across all lanes.

Shipping and Receiving Coordinator

BW Packaging Systems
Romeoville IL
11.2008 - 04.2025
  • Coordinated shipping and receiving processes to ensure timely delivery of materials and products.
  • Managed inventory control using ERP systems to optimize stock levels and reduce discrepancies.
  • Developed training programs for new staff, enhancing team performance and operational efficiency.
  • Streamlined logistics operations by implementing best practices in warehouse management.
  • Oversaw compliance with safety regulations, ensuring a secure working environment for all employees.
  • Collaborated with suppliers and vendors to negotiate contracts and improve service quality standards.
  • Monitored supply levels for packaging materials and coordinated replenishment orders as needed, avoiding delays in the shipping process.
  • Maintained a well-organized inventory system for streamlined product retrieval and shipment preparation.
  • Coordinated with production teams to ensure timely delivery of materials.
  • Streamlined order processing to enhance workflow efficiency.
  • Developed relationships with suppliers to improve communication and service delivery.
  • Led cross-functional meetings to align goals and optimize supply chain processes.
  • Handled urgent requests from customers, working diligently to resolve issues quickly without compromising quality standards.
  • Worked with supervisors and team members to understand supply needs and bring levels within desired tolerances.
  • Improved delivery times by closely monitoring and prioritizing urgent orders.

Shipping Lead

Excel Logistics
Aurora, IL
10.2006 - 11.2008
  • Oversaw daily shipping operations, ensuring timely dispatch and accurate order fulfillment.
  • Coordinated with logistics partners to streamline transportation processes
  • Trained and mentored staff on best practices for inventory management and safety protocols.

Education

Network And System Administration

Rasmussen College
Lake Elmo, MN

High School Diploma -

Romeoville High-school
Romeoville, IL
05.2002

Skills

  • Problem-solving
  • Decision-making
  • Logistics analysis
  • Customer service
  • Supply chain optimization
  • Transportation planning
  • Warehouse operations
  • Invoicing
  • Shipping documentation
  • International & Domestic shipping
  • Safety regulations
  • Customs compliance
  • Logistics management
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Interactive communication skills
  • Team leadership
  • Continuous improvement initiatives
  • Supply and demand requirements
  • ERP Systems AS400 Workday Mie Trak MS Suite

Timeline

Logistics Coordinator

Isolation Dynamics Corporation
09.2025 - Current

Shipping and Receiving Coordinator

BW Packaging Systems
11.2008 - 04.2025

Shipping Lead

Excel Logistics
10.2006 - 11.2008

Network And System Administration

Rasmussen College

High School Diploma -

Romeoville High-school
Adrian Mendoza