Annika Xavier
Summary
To obtain a position utilizing my supervisory, mathematical and analytical skills that allows me to continue work with clients and staff on a professional level, while increasing productivity.
Skilled logistics specialist with a strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to maintaining the flow of goods into and out of the warehouse. Proficient in coordinating incoming and outgoing shipments. Proactive and hardworking leader looking for a dynamic position at an established company. .
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Logistics Specialist
Crayola LLC
Bethalto
12.2023 - Current
- Coordinated shipping schedules for product distribution across various regions.
- Oversaw order processing, tracking shipments, and coordinating deliveries.
- Collaborated with vendors to negotiate shipping rates and service agreements.
- Maintained accurate records of shipments, receipts, and inventory transactions.
- Trained new staff on logistics procedures and best practices for operations.
- Coordinated and monitored the transportation of goods between warehouses, customers, vendors, and other locations.
- Utilized software programs to track shipments from origin to destination.
- Monitored and organized logistics documents, bills of lading, delivery receipts, packing lists and load tags.
- Worked with team members to improve process integration and flow.
- Kept deliveries on track and provided timely status updates.
- Analyzed customer orders to determine optimal shipping routes and methods.
- Monitored freight costs to ensure compliance with company budget guidelines.
- Processed invoices for payment in a timely manner according to established procedures.
- Aided senior leadership with report generation to utilize process improvements.
- Identified areas for improvement within the logistics department and recommended solutions.
- Responded to inquiries from both external and internal customers, resulting in decrease in calls to help desk.
Logistics Coordinator
Crayola LLC
Bethlehem
05.2021 - Current
- Process outbound orders
- Prepare Bill of Lading for outgoing shipment
- Accept drivers and process paperwork for Inbounds/deliveries
- Schedule appointments for pickup and deliveries
- Ensure timely pick up and delivery of orders
- Review purchase orders for accuracy and completeness
- Process containers dropped off from port
- Update yard and dock reports
- Address and resolve shipment and inventory issues
- Assist customers with question
- Troubleshoot customer orders issues
- Resolve customers issues
Manufacturing Systems Coordinator
Crayola LLC
Bethlehem
06.2022 - 12.2023
- Coordinated cross-departmental communication to streamline project workflows.
- Managed and reconciled timeclock
- Managed and approved employee timeoff in accordance with vompany guidelines.
- Developed training programs for staff on new processes and tools.
- Managed distribution and use of employee PPE program.
- Developed work effocirncy plans for floor production
- Assisted in the development of standard operating procedures for systems use.
- Coordinated resources across multiple teams in order to meet project deadlines.
- Responded promptly to user requests regarding technical support needs.
- Procured office dupplies from approved vendors.
- Coordinated with other MSC across plants to prepare overtime employee's list and scedules.
Material Handler
Crayola LLC
Bethlehem
06.2016 - 05.2021
- Fill out and turn in all paperwork related to assembly line
- Calculate production and efficiency rates
- Organize operators online
- Assemble various products, activity kits, tubs and combo packs
- Inspect finished products to ensure quality standards are met
- Package both finished and unfinished products
- Sort and quality check products
- Gather materials needed for production
- Supply lines with products
- Tear down and set up production lines
- Put away finished products
- Set up equipment needed to run lines
- Perform basic trouble shooting of equipment
- Perform daily chemical replenishment and monthly chemical consolidations
Warehouse associate
Staffmark -Crayola
Bethlehem
06.2015 - 06.2016
- Assemble products
- Complete required paperwork
- Organize operators
- Perform quality and safety checks
Sales Associate
The Bon-Ton
Easton
08.2015 - 05.2016
- Open/Close Register
- Ring up customer purchases, returns and account payments
- Organize clothing racks and shelves
Owner/ stylist
Images Beauty Salon
Marigot
10.2013 - 01.2015
- Operated salon Part-time, specializing in braiding, locks, relaxers and color
- Developed and implemented promotional strategies to increase revenue monthly
- Supervised interns from Manicure/Pedicure training
High School Teacher
Government of Dominica
Roseau
11.2001 - 01.2015
- Taught high school Mathematics, English, Accounting, Spanish and Cosmetology.
- Prepared and delivered lesson plans
- Managed and supervised students in and out of classroom
- Led Hiking Fitness and Adventure Club
- Led Cooking Club
- Increase literacy and numeracy rates in lower school
- Increased students pass rate in external exams for Accounting and Mathematics
Instructor
National Development Foundation
Roseau
06.2013 - 07.2013
- Increased candidates' proficiency in Basic Manicure and Pedicure procedures
Part time Teacher
Business Training Center
Portsmouth
09.2008 - 06.2009
- Taught afternoon sessions to post high school students in English and Accounting
Education
Mathematics -
Northampton Community College
Diploma in Teacher Assistant -
Penn Foster
Diploma in Cosmetology -
Pivot Point Academy
Mathematics Education -
Dominica State College
Mathematics Education -
University of the West Indies
Diploma in Academics- Mathematics and Accounting -
Clifton Dupigny Community College
High School -
Convent High School
Skills
- Patient and motivational
- Calm under pressure
- Creative
- Excellent communication skills
- Flexible
- Critical thinker
- Positive and encouraging
- Customer Service
Accomplishments
- Scholarship recipient to pursue BS in Mathematics Education with UWI Open Campus
- Scholarship recipient to train in Cosmetology in Trinidad
- Trained CVQ Assessor and Verifier for Cosmetology
- Co-writer of Cosmetology Curriculum (Commonwealth of Dominica)
- Completed Manufacturing Employee Development Program (Crayola LLC, 06/2018)
Volunteer Experience
- Marigot Co-operative Credit Union, Credit Committee Member, Reviewed loan applications to determine member's eligibility., Approved mortgage, auto, personal and other loans to members., Revised and amended the loans policy of the credit union
- Marigot Co-operative Credit Union, Supervisory Committee Member, Monitored the operations of the credit union, Reviewed policies and staff descriptions, Performed cash counts annually
- Project Book Bag (Based in New Jersey), Coordinator, 01/2006, 01/2016, Plan and organize fundraising activities, Collect and sort supplies donated, Deliver/present school supplies to needy children at schools in Dominica
Timeline
Logistics Specialist
Crayola LLC
12.2023 - Current
Manufacturing Systems Coordinator
Crayola LLC
06.2022 - 12.2023
Logistics Coordinator
Crayola LLC
05.2021 - Current
Material Handler
Crayola LLC
06.2016 - 05.2021
Sales Associate
The Bon-Ton
08.2015 - 05.2016
Warehouse associate
Staffmark -Crayola
06.2015 - 06.2016
Owner/ stylist
Images Beauty Salon
10.2013 - 01.2015
Instructor
National Development Foundation
06.2013 - 07.2013
Part time Teacher
Business Training Center
09.2008 - 06.2009
High School Teacher
Government of Dominica
11.2001 - 01.2015
Mathematics -
Northampton Community College
Diploma in Teacher Assistant -
Penn Foster
Diploma in Cosmetology -
Pivot Point Academy
Mathematics Education -
Dominica State College
Mathematics Education -
University of the West Indies
Diploma in Academics- Mathematics and Accounting -
Clifton Dupigny Community College
High School -
Convent High School