Strategic Logistics Coordinator with a focus on optimizing supply chain operations and transportation schedules. Delivered cost reductions in shipping while improving customer service. Skilled in problem-solving and strategic planning, thriving in high-pressure environments. Committed to enhancing operational efficiency and driving team success through process improvements.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Coordinator
Keen Transport
Tacoma, Washington
09.2024 - 01.2026
Coordinated daily operations activities, assigning tasks to staff to maintain workflow.
Managed scheduling of shipments and driver assignments to optimize workflow.
Streamlined communication between departments to enhance operational efficiency.
Facilitated effective communications between departments to streamline processes. between departments to ensure efficient operations.
Trained, mentored and motivated employees to maximize team productivity.
Collaborated with team members to uphold safety compliance and minimize risks.
Performed quality assurance checks on products prior to shipment.
Client Service Coordinator
GSC Logistics/gsc national
08.2021 - 12.2023
Cultivated relationships with carriers to consistently fulfill customer demands.
Resolved challenges for customers and carriers, fostering effective communication.
Dispatched drivers promptly for pickups, ensuring adherence to deadlines.
Coordinated mutual scheduling for door-to-door deliveries, enhancing efficiency.
Monitored container availability to streamline logistics operations.
Communicated with carriers proactively to address issues as they arose.
Provided shipment quotes and processed freight bills accurately.
Managed larger accounts, including Smuckers, Walmart, and Amazon, to support team objectives.
Logistics Customer Service Representative and Dispatcher
WESTWOOD SHIPPING LINES/aerotek
Puyallup, WA
04.2016 - 08.2021
Coordinated inland trucking and rail transportation for timely deliveries.
Communicated daily with customers, forwarders, and Customs brokers to resolve issues and enhance service delivery.
Identified problems proactively and implemented swift resolutions.
Arranged transportation dispatching, appointment scheduling, and documentation processes.
Managed ocean freight operations from Fareast ports to North America destinations.
Ensured compliance with contractual obligations and agreements to uphold service standards.
Monitored and logged shipping data to identify trends and improve operational efficiency.
Utilized harmonized commodity classification codes for accurate product handling.
Front desk Administrator and Receptionist/Durable Medical Equipment Technician
Washington Center for Pain Management
Puyallup, WA
01.2009 - 01.2016
Handled incoming calls and responded to patient inquiries with professionalism and efficiency.
Assisted patients with intake forms and verified insurance information accurately.
Managed patient scheduling to optimize clinic operations and streamline appointment coordination.
Collaborated with medical staff to refine front desk workflows and enhance service delivery.
Trained new front desk staff on operational protocols and effective customer service techniques.
Processed payments and managed billing inquiries to facilitate financial transactions.
Maintained organized medical records to ensure compliance with privacy regulations.
Ensured cleanliness and organization of front desk area at all times.
Education
High school or equivalent -
Sioux center community high school
Sioux Center, IA
Skills
Creative problem solving
Shipment scheduling
Quality assurance
Logistics coordination
Employee training
Effective communication
MS Office proficiency
Rapid learning
Client relationship management
Rail transportation expertise
Ocean import logistics
Time management
Multi-tasking skills
Team building
Timeline
Operations Coordinator
Keen Transport
09.2024 - 01.2026
Client Service Coordinator
GSC Logistics/gsc national
08.2021 - 12.2023
Logistics Customer Service Representative and Dispatcher
WESTWOOD SHIPPING LINES/aerotek
04.2016 - 08.2021
Front desk Administrator and Receptionist/Durable Medical Equipment Technician