MATTHEW JOHN NEL
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
MBA candidate in Global Supply Chain and AI & Analytics with hands-on experience in logistics cost analysis, supplier evaluation, labor scheduling, and process improvement across U.S. and South Africa operations. Uses Excel and data analysis to support cost, quality, and staffing decisions, and is available for full-time supply chain and operations analyst roles starting May 2027.
Overview
1
1
Certification
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Coordinator, International Student Support
University of Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN
09.2025 - Current
- Coordinated international student events, overseeing budgets, marketing materials, and strategies to enhance attendance.
- Reviewed international admissions files, including financial statements and English-language test scores, ensuring completeness and compliance for successful processing.
- Developed campus communications and promotional materials to foster student engagement and retention.
Supply Chain Extern
SA Truck Bodies
Bloemfontein
05.2025 - 07.2025
- Mapped end-to-end supply chain activities across ordering, logistics, supplier sourcing, product sampling, and quality verification, enhancing overall process visibility.
- Compared shipping and duty-tax options, recommending strategies to optimize logistics costs.
- Identified port-cost savings by assessing reliance on third-party agents for shipment documentation and clearance, streamlining operations.
Center Manager
Mathnasium
Brownsburg & Zionsville, IN
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Grew enrollment at one center by more than 100% in three months through targeted outreach and parent engagement.
- Managed daily operations across two centers serving 150+ families, supervising 30 employees and enhancing customer service and performance management.
- Oversaw monthly membership and revenue targets while controlling discretionary spending to maintain retention.
- Built weekly schedules for about 30 staff within labor-hour budgets, matching staffing levels to demand.
Education
Master of Business Administration - Global Supply Chain and AI & Analytics
University of Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN05-2027
B.S. - Accounting and B.S. Business Administration
Indiana University East
Richmond, IN12-2023
Skills
- Supply Chain: Inventory Management, Procurement, Supplier Evaluation, Logistics & Cost Analysis, Quality Management, Process Improvement
- Analytics & Tools: Microsoft Excel (PivotTables, charts, formulas), Power BI (developing), Tableau
Personal Information
Availability: Available for full-time supply chain and operations analyst roles starting May 2027.
Certification
Certification: Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt, Lighthouse Analytics (November 2025)
SKILLS & CERTIFICATION
Languages: English, Afrikaans
SELECTED PROJECTS
- Fastenal, Quality & Process Improvement: Assessed process stability and capability for selected fastener features using X-bar/R control charts and CpK analysis; recommended measurement-system and quality-control improvements.
- Toyota, Supply Chain Analysis: Analyzed Toyota's supply chain processes and recommended improvements to operational efficiency and performance.
- MBA Strategy & Business Planning: Wrote strategic recommendations for Puma, Topgolf, and Chili's and a full business plan for a new venture.
LEADERSHIP & HONORS
- University Student Ambassador: represented the university at recruitment events for audiences of 300+ high school students.
- Collegiate tennis: All-Conference Second Team (2022, 2023); River States Conference and ITA Scholar-Athlete (2020–2023); Champions of Character Award (2022/2023).
Timeline
Project Coordinator, International Student Support
University of Indianapolis
09.2025 - Current
Supply Chain Extern
SA Truck Bodies
05.2025 - 07.2025
Center Manager
Mathnasium
01.2024 - 12.2024
Master of Business Administration - Global Supply Chain and AI & Analytics
University of Indianapolis
B.S. - Accounting and B.S. Business Administration
Indiana University East