Austin King
Conway,AR
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Textbook Brokers, excelling in supply chain management and project execution. Adept at developing engagement strategies and fostering student mentorship, I drive operational efficiency and enhance team collaboration, ensuring optimal resource allocation and successful outcomes in high-demand environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Engagement Coordinator
Single Parent Scholarship Fund
Little Rock, AR
03.2024 - 08.2025
- Developed community engagement strategies to support single parents' educational goals.
- Coordinated workshops and events for scholarship recipients and their families.
- Organized outreach initiatives that connected families with educational resources.
- Assisted in organizing community events and outreach programs for local residents.
- Collaborated with local organizations to strengthen partnerships and expand outreach efforts.
Lead Teacher
Pediatrics Plus
Conway, AR
10.2022 - 09.2023
- Supported student development and personal growth through patience and level-headedness in diverse situations.
- Planned and implemented daily activities to foster holistic student growth.
- Collaborated with students and student teachers to improve classroom success rates.
- Designed lesson plans aligned with state curriculum requirements.
- Created engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse student needs.
- Contributed innovative ideas to enhance team performance and educational outcomes.
Lead Teacher
Grow Learning Centre
Benton, AR
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
- Implemented age-appropriate curriculum tailored to young learners.
- Maintained classroom control through clear expectations and reinforcement of positive behaviors.
Hardware Technician
A-1 Cellular Repair
Maumelle, AR
07.2019 - 07.2021
- Cultivated strong client relationships through exemplary customer service delivery.
- Installed, modified, and repaired hardware and software to address technical challenges.
- Conducted functionality, security, and performance testing on workstations and devices.
- Streamlined procurement processes by developing purchasing policies.
- Evaluated vendor proposals to identify optimal suppliers for materials.
- Trained junior staff on procurement best practices to enhance team capabilities.
Environmental Services Supervisor
Village of Valley Ranch
Little Rock, AR
05.2018 - 05.2021
- Oversaw renovation projects and staff training to meet cleanliness standards.
- Developed and implemented purchasing policies to streamline procurement processes.
- Coordinated inventory management to maintain optimal stock levels.
- Reviewed purchase orders for accuracy in pricing, payment terms, and delivery dates.
- Maintained comprehensive records of purchases, including invoices and product details.
- Researched suppliers to reduce costs and enhance operational efficiency.
- Created purchase orders based on customer requirements and specifications.
- Assisted in the development of purchasing policies and procedures that adhere to organizational guidelines.
- Coordinated with vendors to track shipment progress of purchased items.
- Performed periodic audits of open purchase orders to ensure accuracy of information entered into system.
Project Manager
Textbook Brokers
Chattanooga, TN
01.2014 - 03.2018
- Oversaw textbook inventory management, strategically aligning supply with fluctuating demand based on enrollment patterns and academic calendars.
- Conducted supply and demand forecasting to ensure appropriate textbook quantities, reducing shortages and surplus inventory.
- Coordinated procurement, vendor negotiations, and distribution processes to guarantee timely and accurate delivery of textbooks.
- Developed and executed comprehensive business strategies for high-demand academic terms, optimizing profitability and operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with professors and departments to anticipate course material needs and secure accurate editions in advance.
- Prepared and presented formal reports on inventory flow, sales performance, and demand fluctuations, providing data-driven recommendations to enhance supply chain operations.
- Directed all project phases from acquisition through commission while maintaining strict adherence to timelines and budgets.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, ARBachelor of Science - Biology
Williams Baptist University
Walnut Ridge, ARHigh School Diploma -
Monticello High School
Monticello, ARSkills
- Instructional methods and curriculum development
- Supply chain management and forecasting
- Inventory and resource management
- Project planning and execution
- Student mentorship and development
- Team supervision and training
- Engagement strategies
- Supplier evaluation and relations
- Sales strategy development
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Community Engagement Coordinator
Single Parent Scholarship Fund
03.2024 - 08.2025
Lead Teacher
Pediatrics Plus
10.2022 - 09.2023
Lead Teacher
Grow Learning Centre
08.2021 - 08.2022
Hardware Technician
A-1 Cellular Repair
07.2019 - 07.2021
Environmental Services Supervisor
Village of Valley Ranch
05.2018 - 05.2021
Project Manager
Textbook Brokers
01.2014 - 03.2018
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Arkansas State University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Williams Baptist University
High School Diploma -
Monticello High School
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