Melanie Pittmon
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Logistics professional with 6 years of experience optimizing transportation operations across oil and gas, cold storage, home appliances, air freight, shipping containers, and electric vehicles. Experienced in using SAP S/4HANA, WMS, and TMS systems to improve efficiency, track KPIs, and streamline supply chain processes. Proven ability to collaborate with suppliers and 3PL carriers to reduce costs, improve delivery accuracy, and enhance overall logistics performance.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Inbound Transportation Analyst
Lucid Motors
05.2025 - Current
- Facilitated meetings with domestic and international suppliers via phone and web conferencing to address logistics concerns.
- Streamlined reconciliation of Transportation Management System (TMS) in SAP to enhance monitoring and management of inbound shipments from overseas in Canada, Mexico, and Asia.
- Analyzed and organized data from SAP, constructing pivot tables and visual charts to enhance team collaboration and information sharing.
- Managed invoicing processes and tracked AOD shipments to ensure timely delivery.
- Facilitated development of SOPs and implementation processes within SAP portal while resolving discrepancies.
- Analyzed freight orders and inventory parts connected to multiple shipments across various systems to ensure alignment and accuracy.
- Coordinated efforts and comprehensive communication with C.H. Robinson and DSV to streamline integration of trucking resources and global trade ocean services for production planning to facilitate smooth logistics operations.
- Evaluated transportation costs and identified opportunities for cost savings through route optimization and carrier rate analysis.
- Monitored key performance indicators (KPIs) to enhance transportation efficiency, delivery accuracy, and overall logistics performance.
- Executed quarterly physical inventory counts within cross dock facility to ensure production accuracy.
- Facilitated creation of transportation approval tickets for expedited shipments to minimize production delays.
Logistics Coordinator
Sapphire Gas Solutions
08.2023 - 03.2025
- Optimized shipper PCs to coordinate delivery routes for internal and 3PL carriers, ensuring timely delivery of CNG/LNG to customer contractual sites.
- Monitored and analyzed drivers' performance and hours of service using Samsara fleet tracking software.
- Oversaw the closure of year-end financial documents and invoices by integrating calculated formulas for monthly index reports incorporating SoCal/MMBtu.
- Oversaw telemetry management for multiple ISO tanks utilizing LevelCon, Samsara, and Grafana to ensure compliance with customer requirements.
- Ensured compliance with DOT, HOS, and SOP regulations to enhance operational efficiency.
- Leveraged Adobe Acrobat to develop ACE manifest documentation for efficient border crossings between the US, Mexico, and Canada.
- Established monthly nomination slots for clean energy supply facilities by accurately conveying unit gallons delivered from scale readings.
- Oversaw creation of equipment mobilization and demobilization dimensions for ISO tanks following project completion.
- Maintained 24/7 on-call availability to implement proactive measures for operational efficiency.
- Calculated and inserted accessorial and gas mileage fees based on delivery distances using diesel and index form.
Logistic Technician
Ryder Inc / Blackline Cold Storage
07.2022 - 08.2023
- Streamlined appointment scheduling through Excel and YMS, collaborating with service providers and 3PL carriers to enhance operational efficiency.
- Administered and executed bill of lading data with EDI coding utilizing WMS/TMS to ensure timely deliveries.
- Enforced USDA guidelines by reinforcing employment expectations and maintaining accurate documentation for all international shipping containers.
- Oversaw resolution of work order discrepancies concerning inventory quantities, chemical odors, hazardous materials, and damages.
- Developed and implemented one-on-one training materials for new hires and SOP guidelines to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Generated and printed shipping and packing labels for outbound deliveries.
- Lead warehouse team managing inbound and outbound deliveries.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and utilized proper PPE while conducting floor investigations using RF scanner.
Shipping and Receiving Coordinator
Best Buy Distribution Center
10.2020 - 06.2022
- Executed generation of accurate shipping orders, invoices, and bills of lading to streamline material routing for home appliances.
- Executed invoice generation and customer analysis reporting utilizing RedPrairie WMS software.
- Assessed and structured freight on main dock to optimize loading sequences for efficient offloading.
- Facilitated employee training on work expectations, ensuring adherence to policy guidelines for hazardous materials handling.
- Oversaw management of shipping labels for customer orders to ensure accurate purchase records.
- Orchestrated scheduling of materials shipments and transportation to guarantee timely delivery.
- Conducted investigations of returned items and generated work orders to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Operated stand-up forklift to efficiently transport and stack appliances at designated locations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cypress Ranch High School
Cypress, TXAssociate of Applied Science - Computer Science
Houston Community College
Online04.2026
Skills
- KPI
- SAP/4HANA
- WMS/TMS
- 3PL
- LNG, CNG, RNG
- SQL
- Electric Vehicles
- Artificial Intelligence
- International and Domestic
- EDI
- Forklift Certified
- First Aid/CPR/AED
- OSHA and USDA Compliance
- Supply Chain
- SQL, C, JAVA Coding
Timeline
Inbound Transportation Analyst
Lucid Motors
05.2025 - Current
Logistics Coordinator
Sapphire Gas Solutions
08.2023 - 03.2025
Logistic Technician
Ryder Inc / Blackline Cold Storage
07.2022 - 08.2023
Shipping and Receiving Coordinator
Best Buy Distribution Center
10.2020 - 06.2022
High School Diploma -
Cypress Ranch High School
Associate of Applied Science - Computer Science
Houston Community College