J. ALEX GARDNER
Houston,Texas
Summary
Focused business professional with developing knowledge experience in logistics, supply chain, strategic planning and data management. Demonstrated skills in developing procedures and implementing solutions with emphasis on improving efficiency and productivity improvements. Excellent relationship-building and critical thinking skills with determined and decisive nature.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
LOGISTICS COORDINATOR
Solaris Oilfield Infrastructure (Last Mile Logistics)
09.2021 - 11.2023
- Coordinated with mobilization and de-mobilization of equipment in the most efficient and safest manner possible and assist the Director of Transportation & Logistics
- Effectively communicated with terminal operations personnel to build strong connectivity between terminal and corporate operations
- Prepared daily, weekly, and monthly status reporting for customers and upper management
- Logistics record keeping - closely reviewed, monitored, and audited approved vendor and customer-incoming, trucking, and software invoices for accuracy
- Built and updated various procedures and reports on production, maintenance, and scheduling
- Efficiently managed ongoing operations with clear proactive communication and quick problem-solving skills.
LOGISTICS TECHNICIAN COORDINATOR
Schlumberger (Logistics Control Tower)
02.2018 - 06.2020
- Arranged and coordinated all mobilization of chemicals, materials, and personnel both domestically and internationally while preparing required Customs documentation along with forms and permits to optimize routes, minimize costs, and maintain maximum efficiency
- Formally trained in Systems-Applications-Products (SAP) software with the management of business processes
- Implemented the Well Execution Plan (WEP) for each assigned job, containing delivery plans for all materials to well-site and generated post project reports that contained details on all distributed materials and equipment moves to and from wellsite after the completion of job
- Analyzed and addressed high pressure situations to creatively solve issues and implement appropriate action plans through proactive communication and initiative.
OPERATIONS COORDINATOR
YES Prep Public Schools (Home Office Operations/Operations Management/Facilities Services)
08.2016 - 06.2017
- Coordinated operational support for the Manager of Operations, to include, but not limited to organizing efforts across the school system to ensure federal and local compliance for all school facilities
- Issued purchase requisitions to procurement group for products and services from third party vendors
- Generated monthly data reports at a high level for the Heads of Schools committee to track and monitor operating costs, supply consumption and overall performance to measure system-wide efficiency.
MATERIAL LOGISTICS SPECIALIST
Siemens Energy, Inc. (Generator Division/Order Execution New/Supply Chain Management)
05.2014 - 04.2016
- Responsible for managing and fulfilling component order requests from various Generator sites in collaboration with the project management team
- Reviewed and monitored in-stock availability to ensure customer demand is met with on-time delivery
- Issued purchase requisitions to initiate the procurement of materials
- Prepared export documents and coordinate activities for international shipments with customs brokers
- Interfaced with the engineering department to gain an understanding of generator components, systems, drawings and specifications
- Generated weekly data tracking reports to quantify team performance of key performance indicators, which were presented during cross-functional meetings with management and colleagues.
PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST
Siemens Energy, Inc. (Generator Division/Order Execution New/Supply Chain Management)
02.2012 - 05.2014
- Administered purchase orders in accordance with requisitions supported by strategic production plans, sales demands, and projection forecasts
- Utilized high-level, analytical thinking to develop profound understanding of supply chain procedures, material management, sales cycles and manufacturing
- Negotiated contract pricing using sales techniques with established and prospective suppliers to achieve cost reduction and increase efficiency
- Resolved complex issues related to delivery schedules, product quality, and invoices through progressive communication and problem-solving skills to ensure timely compliance.
Education
Master of Arts in Teaching of Business Education -
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC01.2007
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in Management & Marketing - undefined
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC01.2005
Skills
- Logistics
- Supply Chain Management
- SAP Software
- Project Management
- Demand Forecasting/Projections
- Procedure Development
- Business Operations
- Freight Forwarding
- Document and Report Generation
- Enterprise Resource Planning
- Contract Negotiations
- Microsoft Office Suite
Timeline
LOGISTICS COORDINATOR
Solaris Oilfield Infrastructure (Last Mile Logistics)
09.2021 - 11.2023
LOGISTICS TECHNICIAN COORDINATOR
Schlumberger (Logistics Control Tower)
02.2018 - 06.2020
OPERATIONS COORDINATOR
YES Prep Public Schools (Home Office Operations/Operations Management/Facilities Services)
08.2016 - 06.2017
MATERIAL LOGISTICS SPECIALIST
Siemens Energy, Inc. (Generator Division/Order Execution New/Supply Chain Management)
05.2014 - 04.2016
PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST
Siemens Energy, Inc. (Generator Division/Order Execution New/Supply Chain Management)
02.2012 - 05.2014
Master of Arts in Teaching of Business Education -
University of South Carolina
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in Management & Marketing - undefined
University of South Carolina
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