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Work History
Education
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Lissette Rodriguez

Stratford,CT

Summary

Dynamic Operations Manager with extensive experience in logistics, supply chain and commodities trading. Recognized for mentoring and developing staff and strengthening organizational infrastructure. Strong team leadership and problem-solving skills fostered cross-functional collaboration, driving measurable cost savings while maintaining service quality.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Operations Manager

Kolmar Americas, Inc.
11.2007 - Current
  • Advanced from receptionist to operations manager for multiple commodities through consistent performance and leadership.
  • Oversee daily logistical operations for multiple commodities, ensuring compliance with international trade and shipping regulations.
  • Develop and implement procedures that increased operational efficiency and improved workflow consistency across departments.
  • Negotiated freight and vendor contracts achieving measurable cost savings while maintaining service quality.
  • Train, mentor and supervise new staff and interns, fostering professional growth and skill development.
  • Collaborate with trading, accounting, trade finance, risk and compliance teams to ensure seamless coordination and accurate reporting.
  • Spearheaded process automation and documentation initiatives, improving productivity and accountability across the business

Editor

Hersam Acorn Newspapers
07.2005 - 11.2027


  • Wrote, edited and published weekly articles, inclusive of photo journalism, focused on community events and local news.
  • Managed content schedules and contributed to the editorial direction of the publication to deliver content of highest quality.
  • Conducted editorial meetings with staff members to collaborate and review proposed publication suggestions.
  • Developed communication and project management skills that became foundational to later leadership skills.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Journalism

Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, CT
05-2005

Skills

  • Problem-solving
  • Team leadership
  • Employee relations and conflict resolution
  • Strategic planning
  • Logistics oversight
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Business development
  • Forecasting and scheduling

Timeline

Operations Manager

Kolmar Americas, Inc.
11.2007 - Current

Editor

Hersam Acorn Newspapers
07.2005 - 11.2027

Bachelor of Science - Journalism

Southern Connecticut State University

Professional Development & Training

Introduction to Logistics and Inspector Surveying, Internet Caleb Brett - Intertek Academy 

Barge logistics 101, Kirby Inland Marine 

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