Karen Bascom
Perry,UT
Summary
Organized and detail-oriented Director with expertise in driving strategies, creating targets, and developing processes for measurement. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy in a fast-paced environment.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director, Business Unit Control
Autoliv ASP
05.2016 - Current
- Manage global sales systems to facilitate forecasting, market share and cost analysis.
- Work in a global capacity to set corporate targets for new order intake and profitability and measurement systems to report on a monthly basis to Executive Management.
- Developed and managed yearly strategy reviews with Business Units and Executive Management.
- Remained composed and highly professional in fast-paced and constantly changing environment, effectively handling challenging situations and difficult individuals to achieve objectives.
- Drafted and distributed reports to assist board members with critical business decisions.
Global Quoting Coordinator
Autoliv ASP
01.2009 - 05.2016
- Developed and managed a global quoting process and database to ensure consistency in submitting new quotations to customers. Directed the work of all applicable parties to ensure accuracy of the data.
- Provided leadership, guidance and direction to sales team members, offering assistance with any need at any time.
Financial Analyst
Autoliv ASP
12.2005 - 01.2009
- Supported North America functions with forecasting, cost analysis and market share.
- Collected data and developed detailed spreadsheets to track potential loss of sales due to economic impacts, disasters, etc.
- Assisted in preparation of presentations, data tables and other documents for management meetings.
TS16949/ISO14001 Coordinator
Autoliv ASP
01.2004 - 12.2005
- Directed the organization’s daily operations, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Evaluated operational practices and identified improvement opportunities to develop revisions for systems and procedures.
Quality Systems Auditor
Autoliv ASP
01.2000 - 12.2004
- Conducted internal audits of Quality Management Systems. Identified issues of non-compliance and elevated reports to senior personnel.
- Monitored departmental forms for compliance to submissions rules and guidelines.
OCP Coordinator
Autoliv ASP
03.1998 - 01.2000
- Develop and deliver training to production associates to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Evaluated operational practices and identified improvement opportunities to develop revisions for systems and procedures.
Production Associate
Autoliv ASP
11.1995 - 03.1998
- Inspected final products to assess compliance with quality standards and established tolerances.
- Volunteered for additional assignments during peak work periods to keep tasks on schedule.
Manager/Business Co-Owner
Kentucky Fried Chicken
08.1987 - 11.1995
- Communicated with customers and vendors positively with particular attention to problem resolution.
- Created, managed, and executed business plan and communicated company vision and objectives to motivate teams.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Recruited, hired, and trained personnel, working to establish key internal functions and customer satisfaction.
Education
Master of Science - Management
University of Phoenix
Ogden, UT06.2006
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of Phoenix, Ogden, UT
Ogden06.2003
Skills
- Business Administration
- Business Planning
- Strategic Planning
- Reporting and Measurement
- Project Coordination
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Strategies and Goals
Certification
- Certifications in MS Office (incl. Excel formulas)
- Reiki Master May 2021
- Certified Yoga Instructor June 2022
Timeline
Director, Business Unit Control
Autoliv ASP
05.2016 - Current
Global Quoting Coordinator
Autoliv ASP
01.2009 - 05.2016
Financial Analyst
Autoliv ASP
12.2005 - 01.2009
TS16949/ISO14001 Coordinator
Autoliv ASP
01.2004 - 12.2005
Quality Systems Auditor
Autoliv ASP
01.2000 - 12.2004
OCP Coordinator
Autoliv ASP
03.1998 - 01.2000
Production Associate
Autoliv ASP
11.1995 - 03.1998
Manager/Business Co-Owner
Kentucky Fried Chicken
08.1987 - 11.1995
Master of Science - Management
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of Phoenix, Ogden, UT
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