Laura Cifor

• Provided senior-level administrative support to department and faculty members with minimal direction.
• Compiled and assembled proposal packages for federal sponsors and various funding agencies.
• Administered T32 activities, including expense approvals, trainee assistance, and program recruitment.
• Coordinated ordering of project materials and addressed faculty needs as required.
• Demonstrated comprehensive knowledge of UM policies and procedures throughout all tasks.

• Collaborated effectively in team and independent settings, supporting multiple leads and group personnel.
• Managed high-volume workload by prioritizing tasks and adapting to changes throughout workday.
• Ensured conformity and accuracy of draft applications through proofreading and processing efforts.
• Facilitated communication across departments and with sponsors to guarantee thoroughness of work.
• Delivered exceptional customer service through timely responses to inquiries and effective concern resolution.

• Reviewed proposal and award packages for accuracy and compliance with regulatory guidelines.
• Maintained electronic records within University data systems to ensure data integrity.
• Provided information to faculty and staff while efficiently triaging calls in high-volume workgroup.
• Prepared proposal applications and processed awards to support departmental initiatives.

Acted as a liaison between Marketing and Manufacturing departments for successful order completions.

• Provided comprehensive technical support from design review through production approval.
• Ensured manufacturing capabilities aligned with diverse customer specifications.
• Clarified customer orders to accurately match specific job requirements.
• Maintained accurate records of production data, supporting informed decision-making.
• Monitored inventory levels to guarantee sufficient raw materials for uninterrupted operations for multiple operations.

• Trained and operated forklifts, lift trucks, and hand trucks to efficiently move items within warehouse.
• Managed inventory control with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring accurate stock levels.
• Prepared shipping documents and invoices, processed payments, and addressed client inquiries.
• Established communication channels between warehouse staff, management, and customers to resolve concerns promptly.
• Conducted inventory counts and audits to identify discrepancies and implement resolutions.
• Organized storage areas to optimize material movement and minimize labor hours.
• Collaborated with sales teams to ensure timely fulfillment of special orders and expedited shipments.