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Karen Kazmierczak

Austin,TX

Summary

Accomplished Inventory Control and Logistics Analyst with a proven track record at Apple Inc., adept in Microsoft Excel and teamwork. Expert in driving process improvements, resolving inventory discrepancies, and enhancing operational efficiency. Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across functions, with a keen attention to detail and a focus on achieving significant results.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Inventory Control Analyst

Apple Inc.
02.2015 - Current
  • Conduct root cause analyses for discrepancies in inventory records, implementing corrective actions and process improvements as needed.
  • Address and resolve system issues with inbound receipts and outbound shipments.
  • Managed cross-functional meetings and conference calls with internal customers and 3PLs to resolve issues and implement changes.
  • Participated as subject matter expert in department UAT testing and process document completion

Logistics Services Analyst

Apple Inc.
10.2005 - 02.2015
  • Served as the escalations team member supporting the Reseller Ops (all AMR regions) and Apple Retail team, including experience in all Apple lines of business. Duties included pre-ship and escalated shipping issues that involve thorough and detailed investigation.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams and carriers to identify opportunities for process improvement and increased efficiency.


Senior Customer Service Agent

Ingram Micro
12.1997 - 09.2005
  • Dedicated Vendor Logistics representative for the Apple Inc. account that worked with shipping warehouse and carriers to solve shipping and inventory issues.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Applied Information Technology

University At Buffalo
Buffalo, NY
05-2002

Bachelor of Arts - Music Business

Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY
05-1996

Skills

  • Microsoft Excel
  • SAP understanding
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Attention to Detail
  • Discrepancy Investigation

Certification

  • Effective Communications & Human Relations, Dale Carnegie Training, July 2021

Timeline

Inventory Control Analyst

Apple Inc.
02.2015 - Current

Logistics Services Analyst

Apple Inc.
10.2005 - 02.2015

Senior Customer Service Agent

Ingram Micro
12.1997 - 09.2005

Bachelor of Science - Applied Information Technology

University At Buffalo

Bachelor of Arts - Music Business

Syracuse University
Karen Kazmierczak