Bianca Melian
Cutler Bay,Florida
Summary
Experienced logistics professional with expertise in both international and domestic logistics operations. Proven success in managing shipment planning, freight cost optimization, and team leadership. Over seven years of experience handling complex logistics across different modes of transportation, including TL, LTL, and ocean shipments. Adept at working with international vendors, freight forwarders, and managing operational teams to streamline processes and reduce costs. Skilled in utilizing logistics management systems, auditing shipment invoices, and optimizing supply chain operations.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
International Logistics Management
Frida Baby
Miami, Florida
11.2022 - Current
- Managed all international shipments and booking requests.
- Optimized freight costs by coordinating with multiple vendors and freight forwarders to fully utilize containers.
- Audited and approved invoices for accuracy and cost efficiency.
- Negotiated rates with freight forwarders.
- Track international shipments for transit delays and escalate shipment issues as needed with cross-functional teams.
- Coordinated drayage and kept track of empties in our DC to ensure they are returned in a timely manner.
Operations Account Manager
Integrated Logistics 2000
Virginia Beach, VA
03.2016 - 10.2022
- Developed and managed client accounts to ensure efficient operations and customer satisfaction.
- Created detailed reports on account activities, performance metrics, and financial data.
- Monitored daily operations to identify areas of improvement and implemented corrective actions when necessary.
- Established operational procedures for staff to follow in order to optimize efficiency and productivity.
- Developed key performance indicators and tracked progress against them on a regular basis.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
Florida International University
Miami, FL12-2015
Associate of Science - Accounting
Florida National University
Hialeah, FL12-2011
Skills
- Logistics Management
- Freight Cost Reporting
- International Freight Management
- Domestic Freight Management
- Carrier Negotiations
- Customs Compliance
- Supply Chain Management
- Skilled in Netsuite
- Transportation management systems
- Mentoring and training
- Shipping and receiving operations
- Team Management
- Budget Planning
- Continuous Improvement
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Cost-reduction strategies
- 3PL and LTL knowledge
- Freight Forwarding
Timeline
International Logistics Management
Frida Baby
11.2022 - Current
Operations Account Manager
Integrated Logistics 2000
03.2016 - 10.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
Florida International University
Associate of Science - Accounting
Florida National University
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