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Caroline VerMerris

Caroline VerMerris

Cedar Rapids,IA

Summary

Multi-faceted Logistics Specialist with solid history of streamlining operations and trimming cost. Reliable and results-driven supply chain manager delivering stellar aptitude for organization, superb people skills and reputation for utmost integrity. Eager to increase productivity and client satisfaction.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Logistics Analyst

Collins Aerospace
04.2021 - Current
  • Enters customer data into databases to maintain up-to-date customer records in order to generate various sales reports and statistics
  • Analyzes and compiles customer service data for business planning, sales forecasting purposes and product quality measures
  • Conducts analysis on sales data to support sales execution and growth objectives
  • Generates reports regarding sales efficiency, customer orders and other sales activities
  • Performs data analytics and forecasting in support of business development or product management
  • Minimizes risk by maintaining data and reports
  • Manages developmental equipment through repair/upgrade process
  • Collaborates with cross-functional teams.
  • Prepared and documented shipment activities and cargo movements to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
  • Tracked orders and notified customers of status or potential delays.
  • Coordinated resolution of issues with warehouses, sales brokers and carriers.
  • Generated documentation and information required for customer shipments.

Order Administrator

Collins Aerospace
11.2019 - 04.2021
  • Triage incoming paperwork
  • Process over 45 daily USCG shipping requests to various Air Stations and COPS
  • Resolved 85% of Inventory inquiries
  • Work closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions, and meet deadlines
  • Demonstrates self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs
  • Investigates and resolves internal and external customer issues
  • Inspect internal documents to verify conformance to customer order requirements and requests.
  • Monitored and tracked inventory to achieve prompt order fulfillment.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase efficiency in order processing.
  • Examined orders to confirm accuracy, completeness and adherence to customer requirements.

Assistant Manager

American Eagle Outfitters
10.2015 - 11.2018
  • Increased sales by 20 percent
  • Managed over 35 employees on day-to-day tasks
  • Maintained Inventory through counts and reconciling discrepancies
  • Resolved customer complaints and inquiries
  • Helped with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Created employee schedules to align coverage with forecasted demands.
  • Made hiring recommendations to increase company's productivity and profitability with quality workers.

Unit Administrator

Department of the Army
09.2014 - 09.2015
  • Managed personnel, finance, and automated systems activities
  • Performed extensive record management duties
  • Monitored compliance with regulations and internal controls
  • Managed unit and individual training
  • Assigned, distributed, and reviewed work of others
  • Defined and documented office procedures.

Human Resource Specialist

United States Army, Special, MacDill Airforce Base
09.2007 - 09.2015
  • Served as the Yellow Ribbon Program Coordinator
  • Coordinated special coalition morale events and projects
  • Processed over 10,000 awards with 0 deficiencies
  • Re-classified over 8,000 documents while merging into a classified system
  • Deployed Theatre Accountability System Manager tracking over 6,000 Special Operators and Civilian Contractorsthroughout Afghanistan
  • Advised on updates to policies and procedures
  • Responsible for organizational decisions.

Education

Associate of Arts - English Literature

Des Moines Area Community College
Ankeny, IA
05.2018

Skills

  • Project Organization
  • Problem Resolution
  • Operational Improvement
  • Inventory Management
  • Customer Service
  • Equipment Redistribution
  • Inventory Records
  • Spreadsheet tracking
  • Company procedure adherence
  • Deadline and scheduling management
  • Quality Control Analysis
  • Operational Efficiency
  • Inventory Accuracy

Work Availability

monday
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Quote

The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.
Walt Disney

Timeline

Logistics Analyst

Collins Aerospace
04.2021 - Current

Order Administrator

Collins Aerospace
11.2019 - 04.2021

Assistant Manager

American Eagle Outfitters
10.2015 - 11.2018

Unit Administrator

Department of the Army
09.2014 - 09.2015

Human Resource Specialist

United States Army, Special, MacDill Airforce Base
09.2007 - 09.2015

Associate of Arts - English Literature

Des Moines Area Community College
Caroline VerMerris