Elizabeth Garcia
Whittier,CA
Summary
Senior Logistics manager possessing outstanding organizational and time management abilities. I bring 20+ Years of experience in organizational leadership, facilitating, and monitoring logistics operations. Polished in coordinating daily activities to track and analyze locations, inventory movement, finished goods, and raw materials. Builds lasting stakeholder relationships while using out-of-the-box thinking to exceed expectations.
A logistics professional with extensive knowledge in managing supply chains and supervising supply teams. Known for improving operational efficiency and optimizing inventory systems. Maintains strong team collaboration and adaptability to meet changing demands. Skills include supply chain management, inventory control, and team leadership.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supply Technician Supervisor
Federal Service Government Worker
12.2003 - 09.2025
- Managed a section of 8 people
- Areas of responsibility: logistics, operational planning, safety training, and environmental compliance officer
- Responsible for inventory management and stock control procedures
- Maintained accurate inventory records and audited regularly
- Forecasted inventory needs based on trends and business requirements
- Ensured timely stock replenishment and minimized overstock or shortages
- Directed training procedures for newly hired personnel
- Updated standard operating procedures to reflect changes in policies.
- Uploaded documentation on current contracts to the Wide Area Workflow (WAWF)
- Planned and organized multiple projects and set priorities based on higher management expectations
- Responsible for maintaining employee training on safe forklift operations
- Used inventory software and ERP systems for data tracking and reporting
- Monitored and improved inventory accuracy and efficiency metrics
- Collaborated with purchasing and warehouse teams to manage stock flow
- Experience in preparing documentation relevant to injuries in the workplace
- Prepared pickup manifest documents for HAZMAT
- Areas of expertise:
- Quality Assurance
- Scheduled Maintenance
- Occupational Safety/ Facility Environmental Compliance
- Oversaw inventory management processes, ensuring optimal stock levels and accuracy in supply distribution.
- Developed and implemented efficient workflows to streamline procurement and delivery of supplies.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve supply issues, enhancing operational efficiency and service quality.
- Monitored performance metrics to identify areas for improvement within the supply chain process.
- Maintained comprehensive documentation for inventory audits, ensuring adherence to federal regulations and policies.
- Led initiatives to optimize storage solutions, maximizing space utilization while minimizing waste.
- Established strong vendor relationships, negotiating favorable terms to improve cost-effectiveness in sourcing supplies.
- Streamlined purchasing processes, resulting in reduced lead times and improved supplier performance.
- Analyzed data trends to identify potential areas of improvement in inventory management processes.
- Developed training programs for new employees, fostering a skilled workforce capable of meeting organizational goals.
- Provided excellent customer service by proactively addressing inquiries from internal customers about product availability or order status.
- Utilized advanced software tools for effective inventory control, minimizing discrepancies between physical counts and system records.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping by maintaining up-to-date database entries on shipments, receipts, and returns, enabling seamless tracking of inventory movements.
- Managed budget allocations for the procurement of materials, reducing overall expenses without compromising quality.
Education
Bachelor of Arts (BA) - Supply Chain Management
American Public University
01.2026
Certified Logistics Technician
Manufacturing Skill Standard Council
01.2021
Skills
- Supply Chain & Logistics
- Team Building
- Inventory Management
- Budgeting, Finance, Cost Control
- Data Analysis Problem-Solving
- Training, Mentoring, Coaching
- Product Life Cycle Management
- Material and Supply Allocation
- Business Relationship Development
- Market Research
- Process Improvement/Performance Development
- Logistics Process Improvement
- Operational and Contingency Planning
- Equipment Planned Maintenance Management
- Demand forecasting
- Stock control
- Distribution planning
- Warehouse organization
- Hazardous materials handling
- Supply management
- Teamwork and collaboration
Accomplishments
- Managed property/assets worth $1.5 million globally: Using (SAP) Enterprise Resource Planning.
- Developed data-driven logistics and statistics-based solutions for critical equipment, delivering on needs for accountability, order, and resupply in a fast-paced, high-stress environment while deployed overseas.
- Assisted Contracting Officer Representative (COR) with managing multiple contracts
Certification
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry Training
- Safety Officer
- Facility Environmental Officer
Timeline
Supply Technician Supervisor
Federal Service Government Worker
12.2003 - 09.2025
Certified Logistics Technician
Manufacturing Skill Standard Council
Bachelor of Arts (BA) - Supply Chain Management
American Public University