A personable business professional bringing successful 10-year career in financial roles within large and fast-paced corporations. Release-planning specialist trained in advanced Excel modeling. Creative solutions architect with real-time problem-solving flexibility. I’m bringing exceptional abilities in competitor analysis, business intelligence development and trend assessment. Successful at promoting company advancements and boosting team performance. Consistently reaches revenue targets by reviewing accurate data and producing creative recommendations. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. I’m looking to seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Planner/Buyer II
Gunderson Marine
06.2024 - 03.2025
Worked directly with production personnel to resolve production scheduling issues and conflicts.
Presented progress reports regularly to senior management during project updates meetings.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align goals and ensure project success.
Engaged in both long and short-term project planning, strategizing for on-time, high-quality deliverables.
Developed strong relationships with stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and timely resolution of issues.
Achieved on-time completion of projects with diligent scheduling and resource management.
Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
Forecasted purchasing trends and improved merchandising strategies.
Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.
Coordinated with logistics teams to resolve any shipping delays or discrepancies while minimizing impact on operations.
Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
Oversaw purchasing process from initiating requests to finalizing contracts to deliver smooth transaction.
Reduced procurement costs through strategic sourcing, competitive bidding, and effective negotiations.
Continuously monitored industry trends to identify new supply sources that could potentially improve overall procurement efficiency.
Improved inventory management by conducting regular audits, analyzing usage patterns, and implementing demand forecasts.
Streamlined purchasing processes by implementing efficient systems and procedures for order management.
Developed strong relationships with suppliers to secure favorable pricing terms and conditions for the company''s benefit.
Project Cost Analyst
Gunderson Marine
02.2024 - 06.2024
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and best practices related to cost analysis methodologies.
Identified potential overruns early in the project lifecycle through vigilant expense tracking, allowing for timely corrective action implementation.
Reduced project costs by implementing effective cost control measures and analyzing budget variances.
Developed comprehensive project budgets, ensuring optimal resource allocation and financial performance.
Conducted regular cost reviews with stakeholders to ensure alignment between project objectives, schedules, and budgets.
Gathered data on materials, labor and equipment costs to determine total costs of projects.
Prepared estimates used by management for purposes such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work.
Conducted trend analysis, benchmark reports, attribution analysis and suggestions.
Streamlined the procurement process to achieve cost savings with efficient vendor management strategies.
Provided accurate cost data for management decision-making, enabling informed choices on project priorities and resource allocation.
Evaluated supplier quotes to negotiate favorable contract terms, securing substantial cost reductions without compromising quality or delivery timelines.
Customer Order Management - Manager
Nelson Global Products
01.2023 - 01.2024
Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
Communicated clearly with employees, suppliers and stakeholders to keep everyone on same page and working toward established business goals.
Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
Developed and implemented business strategies to achieve business goals and stay competitive.
Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
Planned and budgeted accurately to provide business with resources needed to operate smoothly.
Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality teams.
Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
Launched quality assurance practices for each phase of development
Mortgage Loan Officer
OnPoint Community Credit Union
01.2022 - 10.2022
Managed a book of business and drove sales through a business pipeline
Provided excellent customer service
Managed time to effectively provide time for sales and service.
Created strategies to develop and expand existing customer sales, resulting in increase in annual sales.
Proactively identified solutions for customers experiencing credit issues.
Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications.
Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional
Analyzed key aspects of business to evaluate factors driving results and summarized into presentations.
Assigned tasks to associates, staffed projects and updated involved parties to enhance optimal business flow.
Surveyed clients to ascertain requirements and expectations for product.
Evaluated trends to understand competitive environments and assess current strategies.
Supported leadership team with reporting, analysis and business presentations to inform divisional strategies.
Delivered analysis of market, sales and consumer trend impact on long and short-term strategies.
Led cross-functional teams to analyze and understand enterprise-wide operational impacts and opportunities of technology changes.
Interacted with internal customers to understand business needs and translate into requirements and project scope.
Applied honed problem-solving skills to analyze and resolve issues impacting business operations and goal achievement.
Consulted with outside vendors to identify and resolve loan closing issues.
Reviewed and validated details of loan applications and closing documentation.
Conducted pre-funding and funding activities for over 75 monthly applications.
Produced and submitted completed loan packages to title and escrow professionals.
Assessed customer account histories to determine previous compliance with payment plans and loan terms.
Set up, stored and updated customer files, department records and regulatory paperwork.
Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
Learned new skills and applied to daily tasks to improve efficiency and productivity.
Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly and monthly reporting.
Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
Mortgage Loan Officer
Advantis Credit Union
10.2014 - 07.2021
Managed book of business and drove sales through business pipelines
Provided excellent customer service
Managed time to effectively provide time for sales and service.
Resolved discrepancies between borrowers, lenders and financial institutions with detail orientation and efficiency.
Collaborated with sales agents, financial planners and accountants to attract clients and enhance beneficial partnerships.
Prepared documents for customers, submitting and overseeing through each step of closing process.
Reviewed loan files and updated to match current standards.
Fielded customer complaints and provided solutions.
Explained different types of loans pertaining to client situations.
Implemented sales strategies that established relationships with realtors and CPAs.
Supervised loan personnel and motivated to maintain customer service and performance standards.
Monitored pipelines to track and log status of loans.
Created strategies to develop and expand existing customer sales, resulting in increase in annual sales.
Assisted clients with improving financial health by counseling on issues such as excessive spending and borrowing.
Worked with underwriters to fix application problems and resolve issues.
Education
Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate - Data Analytics
Coursera
Google
01.2023
Bachelor of Applied Science - BASc, Business, Management, Marketing, and
Grambling State University
Grambling
2013
Skills
Strategic Decision Making
Effective Time Management
Skilled in Project Execution
Detail-Oriented Coordination
Data Analysis
Meticulous Attention
Effective Negotiation Skills
Relationship Building Expertise
Comprehensive Communication Planning
Marketing Strategy
Teamwork
Experienced with Productivity Software
Strategic Procurement Planning
Sourcing Expertise
Pricing Strategy Development
Optimized Supplier Selection
Extensive Sales Background
Timeline
Planner/Buyer II
Gunderson Marine
06.2024 - 03.2025
Project Cost Analyst
Gunderson Marine
02.2024 - 06.2024
Customer Order Management - Manager
Nelson Global Products
01.2023 - 01.2024
Mortgage Loan Officer
OnPoint Community Credit Union
01.2022 - 10.2022
Mortgage Loan Officer
Advantis Credit Union
10.2014 - 07.2021
Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate - Data Analytics
Coursera
Bachelor of Applied Science - BASc, Business, Management, Marketing, and
Grambling State University
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