Matthew C.E. Palovik
Pea Ridge,AR
Summary
Professional Project Management Specialist with experience working with teams to accomplish short- and long-term project goals. Managed budgets and monitored project costs.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Coordinator
Wachter Inc.
09.2024 - Current
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
- Liaised between departments to facilitate communication and keep appropriate parties updated on project developments.
- Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.
- Responded to requests for information on materials to inquiring parties.
- Created job files for each project and maintained current data in each file.
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
- Analyzed project performance data to identify areas of improvement.
- Developed and implemented project plans and budgets to ensure successful execution.
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress, and technical problems.
- Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
Dispatcher
Wachter Inc.
03.2024 - 09.2024
- Performed wide-ranging administrative, financial and service-related functions.
- Drafted common document templates to reduce time spent creating documents from scratch.
- Opened and properly distributed incoming mail to promote quicker response to client inquiries.
- Increased profitability and productivity by minimizing downtime and streamlining quality control procedures.
Inventory Specialist
Micro Center
04.2023 - 01.2024
- Enhanced inventory accuracy by conducting regular cycle counts and reconciling discrepancies.
- Streamlined warehouse organization for improved efficiency in locating items and fulfilling orders.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of daily tasks, increasing overall productivity.
- Provided excellent customer service by quickly responding to inquiries and resolving concerns related to inventory availability or shipment status.
- Managed the return process for damaged or defective goods, ensuring prompt resolution for customers and minimizing financial loss for the company.
- Maintained a clean and well-organized work environment, promoting safety and efficiency among team members.
Supervisor
Disneyland Resort
10.2012 - 04.2023
- Set performance expectations and provided honest feedback.
- Established and maintained a positive work environment.
- Operated all kitchen equipment adeptly.
- Worked closely with the chef to provide quilty options for guests with food allergies or intolerance.
- Monitored kitchen area and staff to maintain overall safety and establish proper food handling techniques.
- Developed and implemented strategies to enhance team performance, improve processes and boost results.
- Delegated tasks for kitchen employees and developed staff teams to streamline food preparation procedures.
- Managed kitchen staff team and assigned tasks for various stages of food production.
- Produced detailed documentation to outline potential worker issues.
- Provided ongoing training to address staff needs.
- Complied with company policies, objectives and communication goals.
- Assisted in development of successful menu change that was targeted in making the location stand out more.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Cal State Fullerton
Fullerton, CA05-2018
Skills
- Experience in Leadership
- Organizational Skills
- Problem Resolution
- Attention to Detail
- Time Management and Organization
- Customer Service
- Spreadsheet tracking
- Research
- Project management
- Budget coordination
- Forecasting
- Price quote preparation
- Project lifecycle
Accomplishments
- Drove $1.4 million in revenue across multiple projects while maintaining a 40% gross profit margin.
Timeline
Project Coordinator
Wachter Inc.
09.2024 - Current
Dispatcher
Wachter Inc.
03.2024 - 09.2024
Inventory Specialist
Micro Center
04.2023 - 01.2024
Supervisor
Disneyland Resort
10.2012 - 04.2023
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Cal State Fullerton