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KERENSA HOBBS

Shiloh,IL

Summary

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Motivated individual with experience in customer service and sales. Skilled in building customer relationships and understanding customer needs. Strong communication and interpersonal skills for providing superior customer service.

Logistics Manager and Air Force Veteran leveraging 14+ years of proven experience in ensuring the flow of materials through an organization. Adept at leading teams of 5-20 in a dynamic, fast - paced environment. Possess a comprehensive background in coordinating shipments, recruiting staff, training employees, creating worker schedules, implementing safety rules, and supervising warehouse operations. Career supported by training and Bachelors in Logistics & Transportation (Fall 2021). Currently holds an Active Secret Security Clearance. Logistics Management Logistical Support Team Collaboration Cross-Functional Leadership Records Management Data Analysis & Entry Oral | Written Communication Risk Mitigation/QA/QC Equipment Management.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Consultant

Pure Romance
01.2022 - Current
  • Planned and implemented 3 advertising campaigns.
  • Initiated contact with 30 new, existing and potential customers to develop and maintain relationships and further sales.
  • Collaborated with business team to coordinate sales and marketing plans.
  • Used consultative sales approach to listen carefully to client needs and recommend desired products and services.
  • Handled customer inquiries and suggestions courteously and professionally.

Distributor

Senegence
10.2020 - Current
  • Created pricing schedules and determined discount rates.
  • Built and maintained positive relationships with 100+ customers to promote continued business opportunities.
  • Delivered orders to customers to drive full satisfaction.
  • Processed customer payments and kept accurate financial records.
  • Handled customer concerns and issues by answering questions and escalating major problems to supervisor.
  • Thrive in high pressure situations, working to find best, most efficient solution.

Logistics Manager

United States Air Force
01.2007 - 01.2021
  • Directed oversight and responsibility for the acquisition, issue, disposal, and accountability of $40M in assets, property, and supplies; supervised and coordinated the movement of equipment utilizing a wide range transportation methods
  • Advised organizational leadership on efficient employment of equipment and personnel
  • Oversaw inspections and maintenance for a fleet of 240 pieces of military vehicles and equipment valued at over $20M
  • Planned, scheduled, and supervised operations to ensure availability of assets to meet monthly demand for 160 transportation requirements
  • Managed 10 supervisors in the daily operation of the Logistics and supply departments

Logistics Supervisor

  • Managed all supply files and contracts for all incoming and outgoing shipments ensuring business needs and operation success
  • Ensured and maintained all phases of transportation and distribution, including North American factories
  • Spearheaded initiatives to increase shipping accuracy from 97% to 99% year over year 2011
  • Managed $8M+ in classified equipment vital to national security and the safety of 150 employees; resulted in zero losses, and the continued integrity of all classified materials
  • Provided critical supply maintenance training for 100 personnel and qualified 5 additional trainers to increase mission flexibility by 95%
  • Maintained financial records and transaction records for property books with zero losses

Logistics Planner

  • Established and maintained The Air Force Record Information System within the organization
  • Directed employment of logistics systems; maintained 100% accountability and serviceability of all assigned equipment more than $12M
  • Communicated daily with all carriers to expedite and track shipments for all domestic and import trailers
  • Primary day-to-day business liaison between the customer and business partners of retail accounts
  • Prepared inter – office memos and notices to various departments to provide account balances to implement standard operating procedures for account deficits and overdue balances

Logistics Assistant

USAF
  • Maintained and submitted computer generated reports containing highly sensitive information to various departments
  • Used Microsoft Office to provide administrative support in scheduled production and maintained vital deadlines with technicians, material handlers, corporate planners and engineers via telephone, email, and in-person
  • Input and maintained database to ensure accuracy of personnel travel and information despite significant daily updates and multiple deadlines
  • Prepared all in-going and out-going shipments for logistics department with zero losses
  • Tracked and maintained inventory in the highest valued and largest stockroom on base

Education

Bachelor of Science - Holistic Nutrition

Pursuit, Purdue University
Chicago, IL
11.2024

Associate of Applied Science - Transportation Management

Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL
02.2019

Skills

  • TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES
  • Software: Microsoft Office Suite / Canva / Studio
  • Operating Systems: Mac / Microsoft Windows
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Transportation and Logistics Coordination
  • Social Perceptiveness
  • Efficiency Improvement
  • Problem Resolution
  • Customer Service and Assistance
  • Ongoing Assistance
  • Relationship Development

Timeline

Consultant

Pure Romance
01.2022 - Current

Distributor

Senegence
10.2020 - Current

Logistics Manager

United States Air Force
01.2007 - 01.2021

Logistics Supervisor

Logistics Planner

Logistics Assistant

USAF

Bachelor of Science - Holistic Nutrition

Pursuit, Purdue University

Associate of Applied Science - Transportation Management

Community College of The Air Force
KERENSA HOBBS