JASON YAMABE
Camarillo,CA
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record at HRL Laboratories, excelling in operational efficiency and supplier communication. Adept in critical thinking and team leadership, I have successfully enhanced workflows and ensured compliance, driving significant improvements in procurement processes. Committed to delivering exceptional service and fostering collaboration in diverse environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manufacturing Expeditor
HRL Laboratories
Malibu, CA
04.2025 - Current
- Communicated with suppliers regarding order status and delivery schedules.
- Reviewed purchase orders for accuracy and compliance with specifications.
- Assisted in developing processes to improve operational efficiency within workflows.
- Verified purchase orders, invoices and packing slips for correctness.
- Reviewed existing processes and recommended improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
- Prepared purchase orders, requisitions and other documents related to purchasing activities.
Manager
Pepperdine University
11.2018 - 04.2025
- Managed three operations teams, total of 8 people
- Monitored the procurement of campus water bottle supply, critical emergency supply, and maintenance supply
- Manage University storage locations
- Utilized inventory management system
- Led cross-functional teams to implement strategic initiatives aligned with university goals.
- Developed and executed comprehensive operational plans to enhance departmental efficiency.
- Supported the accounting department by accurately entering invoices, expense reports, and other financial transactions into the accounting software.
- Performed monthly financial reporting
Service Specialist
Pepperdine University
08.2015 - 11.2018
- Delivered an exceptional level of service to each customer by listening to concerns and answering questions
- Assisted with events across the university: Rock the Brock, HR Christmas party, and graduations
Lead Line Cook
Famous Dave's of America
12.2013 - 02.2015
- Delegated tasks to team members to optimize productivity
- Trained new team members
Line Cook
09.2011 - 12.2013
- Resolved problems promptly and escalated larger concerns to management
- Checked in deliveries and signed off products when received
- Skillfully anticipated and addressed guests' service needs
Restaurant Server
Bandits Grill & Bar
04.2007 - 07.2009
- Welcomed and acknowledge all guests in a timely, friendly, service
Education
Master of Business Administration - MBA - Business Administration and Management, General
University of Phoenix
01-2022
Bachelor of Science - Business; Accounting
University of Phoenix
01-2019
Associate of Arts - AA - Business Administration, Management and Operations
University of Phoenix
01-2018
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Strategic thinking
- Finance and accounting
- Nonprofit finance
- Team leadership
- Decision-making
- Verbal and written communication
- Task delegation
- Operations management
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Emergency response
Certification
- Advanced Leadership Certificate, The National Society of Leadership and Success, ADV 201
- Foundations of Leadership, The National Society of Leadership and Success, FOL 101-1
Professional Highlights
- Functioned as part of the emergency team during the Woolsey Fire
- Oversaw the operations team during COVID, responsible for procuring supplies and socially distancing the Malibu campus
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Manufacturing Expeditor
HRL Laboratories
04.2025 - Current
Manager
Pepperdine University
11.2018 - 04.2025
Service Specialist
Pepperdine University
08.2015 - 11.2018
Lead Line Cook
Famous Dave's of America
12.2013 - 02.2015
Line Cook
09.2011 - 12.2013
Restaurant Server
Bandits Grill & Bar
04.2007 - 07.2009
Bachelor of Science - Business; Accounting
University of Phoenix
Associate of Arts - AA - Business Administration, Management and Operations
University of Phoenix
Master of Business Administration - MBA - Business Administration and Management, General
University of Phoenix