Carolena Dyson
Summary
Motivated and resourceful supply chain specialist with 7 years of expertise managing customs compliance, inventory control, customer service and transportation logistics. Meticulous team player focused on developing and implementing process controls and quality improvement initiatives that reduce costs and increase company revenue. Reliable and dedicated leader seeking to leverage strong background into a buyer, planner or supply chain role with progressive organization.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Supply Chain Supervisor
United States Air Force
12.2021 - Current
- Orchestrated end-to-end supply chain operations, seamlessly aligning procurement, inventory management, demand planning, and logistics functions for enhanced operational efficiency and cost reduction.
- Optimized stock levels, minimized stockouts, and reduced carrying costs by implementing advanced demand forecasting models, and inventory planning techniques.
- Fostered strong relationships with key stakeholders, including suppliers, manufacturers, and distributors, ensuring dependable and punctual delivery of goods and services.
- Safeguarded business continuity by conducting comprehensive risk assessments, and devising effective contingency plans to mitigate potential disruptions in the supply chain.
- Leveraged data-driven insights by meticulously tracking and analyzing critical supply chain metrics like inventory turnover, order fill rate, and on-time delivery, identifying improvement areas, and driving performance optimization.
- Performed cycle counts to confirm availability accuracy for many inventory items.
Supply Chain Specialist
United States Air Force
08.2016 - 11.2021
- Assisted in conducting research and data analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities within the supply chain processes, supporting informed decision-making, and driving financial efficiencies.
- Collaborated closely with the procurement team to evaluate supplier performance, leveraging data insights to negotiate favorable terms, and enhance supplier relationships.
- Played a key role in inventory management, diligently tracking stock levels, performing accurate cycle counts, and ensuring the inventory system's integrity for streamlined operations.
- Participated actively in cross-functional meetings, contributing insights and collaborating with colleagues to identify process improvements, resulting in enhanced operational efficiency.
- Assisted in monitoring transportation schedules to ensure the on-time delivery of goods, proactively resolving any issues or delays to maintain a smooth supply chain flow.
- Implemented communication channels with customers, clientele and key vendors, prioritizing opportunities and ensuring quick problem resolution.
Office Coordinator
HopeBridge
02.2015 - 06.2017
- Facilitated communication between therapists, patients, and their families, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment within the clinic.
- Served as a liaison between different departments, ensuring smooth operations, and effective coordination across the clinic.
- Implemented and maintained strict data confidentiality protocols, ensuring compliance with industry regulations, and maintaining patient trust.
- Established a centralized communication portal, leading to improved responsiveness, and a 10% increase in patient satisfaction scores.
Education
BBA - Accounting
Charleston Southern University
Charleston, SC05-2027
Skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong sense of ethics
- Commitment to quality
- Strong time management skills
- Superb team player
- Strategic sourcing
- Proficient in multitasking
Timeline
Supply Chain Supervisor
United States Air Force
12.2021 - Current
Supply Chain Specialist
United States Air Force
08.2016 - 11.2021
Office Coordinator
HopeBridge
02.2015 - 06.2017
BBA - Accounting
Charleston Southern University
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