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CARI GOWIN

Ringgold,GA

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work

Desired Job Title

Operations Administrative Coordinator/Executive Assistant to VP of Operations and CEOBuyerOffice ManagerProject ManagerDirector of Warehouse Operations and Customer Service

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-SiteRemoteHybrid
Location: Ringgold, GA, US
Open to relocation: No

Salary Range

$75000/yr - $200000/yr

Important To Me

Career advancementCompany Culture

Summary

Detail-oriented professional in operations and supply chain management with over twenty years of experience. Proven track record in reducing procurement costs and enhancing administrative processes to drive productivity. Graduated cum laude earning BS in Business Administration with a focus on Supply Chain, Human Resource, and Operations Management.

Overview

1
1
Certification
27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Operations Administrative Coordinator/Executive Assistant to VP of Operations and CEO

Micronics Engineered Filtration Group
Chattanooga, TN
09.2024 - Current
  • Print work orders from the previous day.
  • Send daily shipments/bookings report.
  • Send daily recap/update to track progress.
  • Send out Press, Wet, and Dry Filtration dashboards.
  • Review and update team on cycle counts; assist Press shop with physical counts as needed.
  • Review open work orders for accuracy.
  • Review Work Order Bill Browser to ensure each site is accurate.
  • Review overtime for all sites and send a list of any employees with over 5 hours OT in a single week.
  • Ensure all open work orders are accurate; close completed work orders for TN.
  • Walk to the dock to ensure everything has been picked up.
  • Review inventory for any items in stock with no cost.
  • Review top 50 value items and ensure they are on hand (to avoid missed component issues).
  • Track and graph headcount by site (Americas only).
  • Provided high-level administrative support to the VP of Operations and CEO, managing complex calendars, coordinating travel arrangements, and scheduling internal and external meetings.
  • Prepared executive-level reports, presentations, and correspondence with a high degree of accuracy and confidentiality.
  • Acted as the primary point of contact between executive leadership and internal/external stakeholders, ensuring timely communication and follow-up.
  • Organized and facilitated leadership meetings, including agenda preparation, meeting minutes, and action item tracking.
  • Supported strategic initiatives by conducting research, compiling data, and preparing analysis to inform executive decision-making.
  • Coordinated cross-departmental projects, ensuring deadlines and priorities were met in alignment with organizational goals.
  • Managed sensitive information with discretion and upheld the highest level of professionalism in all interactions.
  • Assisted with event planning and logistics for corporate functions, board meetings, and company-wide activities.
  • Monitored operational workflows and provided administrative support for process improvements and efficiency initiatives.

Buyer

Card Monroe Corporation
Hixson, TN
01.2023 - 09.2024
  • Managed procurement processes, including vendor selection and negotiation, to ensure cost-effective purchasing decisions.
  • Built and maintained supplier relationships to secure favorable pricing and quality.
  • Collaborated with internal departments to determine purchasing requirements.
  • Reduced procurement costs through strategic sourcing, competitive bidding, and effective negotiations.
  • Maintained documentation of purchasing activities and communicated inventory needs to vendors.
  • Monitored key item stock levels and expedited purchase orders when necessary.

Office Manager

Card Monroe Corporation
Ringgold, GA
05.2017 - 01.2023
  • Managed office operations including maintenance, supplies, and vendor relations.
  • Handled sensitive information with discretion and maintained filing systems.
  • Provided exceptional customer service and reconciled accounts; maintained accurate financial records.

Project Manager

QLCS
Chattanooga, TN
04.2016 - 05.2017
  • Managed national client accounts for commercial lighting projects worth $1M–$5M.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams, tracked project status, and controlled costs.

Director of Warehouse Operations and Customer Service

Apparel Sewn Right Inc. / U.S. Cavalry
Chattanooga, TN
02.2015 - 04.2016
  • Directed distribution operations across corporate and e-commerce channels to improve productivity and profitability.
  • Optimized shipping rates/schedules and implemented process improvements to reduce order processing time.

Office Manager

Apparel Sewn Right Inc. / U.S. Cavalry
Chattanooga, TN
10.2014 - 02.2015
  • Managed facilities, supplies, and vendor coordination; upheld confidentiality and organized records.

Executive Administrative Assistant

Apparel Sewn Right Inc. / U.S. Cavalry
Chattanooga, TN
09.2013 - 10.2014
  • Coordinated travel, calendars, and communications; managed budgets and confidential information.

Human Resource Director

The Bridge at Monteagle
Monteagle, TN
06.2012 - 10.2013
  • Implemented HR systems that improved retention; ensured regulatory compliance and streamlined processes.

Administrative Assistant

Universal Technologies Inc.
Estill Springs, TN
01.1999 - 05.2012
  • Facilitated government contracting processes, managed records and correspondence, and ensured compliance with regulations.

Education

BS - Business Administration

University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ
01-2026

OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT CERTIFICATION -

University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ
06-2025

Skills

  • Operations & Supply Chain Management
  • Procurement
  • Inventory Management
  • Budgeting
  • Strategic Planning
  • Performance Management
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • QuickBooks
  • Epicor
  • QAD
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Leadership
  • Training & Development
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Business Acumen

Certification

  • Operations Management

Accomplishments

  • Cumma Sum Laude

Timeline

Operations Administrative Coordinator/Executive Assistant to VP of Operations and CEO

Micronics Engineered Filtration Group
09.2024 - Current

Buyer

Card Monroe Corporation
01.2023 - 09.2024

Office Manager

Card Monroe Corporation
05.2017 - 01.2023

Project Manager

QLCS
04.2016 - 05.2017

Director of Warehouse Operations and Customer Service

Apparel Sewn Right Inc. / U.S. Cavalry
02.2015 - 04.2016

Office Manager

Apparel Sewn Right Inc. / U.S. Cavalry
10.2014 - 02.2015

Executive Administrative Assistant

Apparel Sewn Right Inc. / U.S. Cavalry
09.2013 - 10.2014

Human Resource Director

The Bridge at Monteagle
06.2012 - 10.2013

Administrative Assistant

Universal Technologies Inc.
01.1999 - 05.2012

BS - Business Administration

University of Phoenix

OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT CERTIFICATION -

University of Phoenix

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