Brianna Nelson-Williams
Jersey City,NJ
Success is often achieved by those who don’t know that failure is inevitable.
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Summary
Adaptable logistics analyst seeking an opportunity to utilize expertise in inventory control, procurement, budgeting, and logistics. Excellent leader who prioritizes communication with a strong sense of ownership and pride in delivering quality results.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
SENIOR LOGISTICS ANALYST
VALENTINO
New York, NY
08.2021 - Current
- Coordinate and manage all domestic and international shipments for four warehouses including the customs clearance and documentation process
- Collaborate with production team in Italy to generate weekly/ monthly reports (inbound and outbound) to display merchandise in production, in transit, SOH and the cost/ risk
- Negotiated new contracts with warehouses and 3PLs resulting in reduction of monthly rent and transportation costs which increased the percentage of on time deliveries to retail and department stores
- During warehouse transitions, implemented new strategies with IT to improve outbound flows for RTL, WHL and E-Comm
- Work closely with the finance department on shipment approvals, returns, intercompany transfers and discrepancies
- Responsible for processing ASNs via EDI for all department stores to ensure no chargebacks or shipment rejections.
- Reduced order processing time for increased customer satisfaction through effective inventory management strategies.
- Managed inventory levels to verify availability of stock for customer orders.
KEY ACCOUNT COORDINATOR
DSV AIR & SEA
Iselin, NJ
04.2021 - 08.2021
- Conduct shipments from A-Z (negotiating rates, booking, dispatching and pickups)
- Review material codes and create purchase orders to fulfill replenishment orders
- Develop and maintain relationships with key suppliers and vendors to ensure reliable supply of materials and service
- Effectively managed inventory planning/purchasing activities; used statistical methods to make projections on volume needs
- Monitor performance metrics such as cost, quality, and deliveries to identify areas of improvements and report trends to CAD.
- Enhanced account management efficiency through regular communication and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
- Negotiated contract terms to secure favorable pricing and payment arrangements, maximizing profitability for the company.
PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST
KUEHNE & NAGEL
01.2019 - 02.2021
- Work with global logistics teams to maximize transportation efficiency from Europe and Asia production sites to regional distribution centers/hubs
- Streamlined purchasing processes for increased efficiency and cost savings.
- Collaborate with external teams and buyer to review product life cycle, coordinate transportation for aged/damaged goods and update systems
- Support QC team in distribution centers to resolve discrepancies and delays
- Work closely with various departments to send required documents via EDI in a timely manner
- Tracked special orders to ensure fulfillment, reviewed planned orders, and recommended processes for future orders.
- Evaluated vendor performance using key performance indicators to ensure continuous improvement in service delivery.
LOGISTICS COORDINATOR
BDP INTERNATIONAL
Aston, PA
11.2017 - 03.2019
- Effectively utilizing SAP to monitor the movement of equipment and cargo in the most efficient and timely manner to customer to stay within KPI
- Responsible for preparing commercial invoices.
- Adapted quickly to unexpected disruptions in the supply chain, developing contingency plans to minimize negative impacts on business operations.
- Scheduled and coordinated truck, ship and air transport to maximize productivity and maintain organized calendar.
- Requested quotes from third party vendors, compare data and provide results to management.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations, reducing the risk of fines or penalties.
ASSISTANT MANAGER
E.L.F COSMETICS
Cherry Hill, NJ
04.2015 - 01.2018
- Leading strategic conversations with the sales team to provide creative pricing proposals for new products
- Keep track of inventory to ensure sufficient stock levels for floor and BOH
- Analyze and monitor customer feedback to identify areas of improvement in sales and team performance
- Implemented (SOPs) to reduce handling errors and increase accuracy in all receiving functions; recognized by HQ which was significant during holiday seasons
- Demonstrate leaderships skills while maintaining a supportive welcoming environment for team.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
Education
Bachelor of Science - International Business
05.2017
Supply Chain Management
05.2016
Skills
- Organizational/ Detail oriented
- Leadership
- Strategic Planning
- SAP (ERP and MRP) / (WMS)
- Reverse Logistics
- Invoicing
- Freight Management
- Risk management
- Conflict Resolution and Negotiation
- Collaboration and Cross-functional Coordination
- Experience with all modes of transportation
- Regulatory Compliance
- Logistics Operations
- Customs Regulations
- Import and Export Operations
- Cycle Time Improvement
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
SENIOR LOGISTICS ANALYST - VALENTINO
08.2021 - Current
KEY ACCOUNT COORDINATOR - DSV AIR & SEA
04.2021 - 08.2021
PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST - KUEHNE & NAGEL
01.2019 - 02.2021
LOGISTICS COORDINATOR - BDP INTERNATIONAL
11.2017 - 03.2019
ASSISTANT MANAGER - E.L.F COSMETICS
04.2015 - 01.2018
West Chester University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor of Science, International Business
Beijing Union University - , Supply Chain Management