Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Internships
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Melody Carbajal

Atwater,CA

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

MBE Application Review Specialist

Southern CA Minority Supplier Development Council
09.2022 - Current
  • Presents ‘Pre-Certification' and ‘Resources to Succeed' monthly workshops.
  • Respond to inquiries regarding NMSDC/SCMSDC certification or general inquiries regarding the Council.
  • Regularly uses MS Office, MS Outlook, MS Excel, and other workplace software and online tools while communicating effectively both orally and in writing.
  • Critically analyzes and interprets documentation in accordance with NMSDC certification guidelines while working in a fast-paced environment with competing and shifting priorities.
  • Strong listening, organizational, and time management skills when conversing with new applicants, existing clients, and corporate representatives who support the organization.
  • Coordinates implementation of people-related services, policies, and programs through departmental staff.

Fraud Analyst

Fashion Nova
05.2021 - 08.2022
  • Analyzed large amounts of data to find patterns of fraud and anomalies.
  • Reviewed reports and individual transactions which appeared suspicious to uncover possible fraudulent activity.
  • Collected evidence, which included recorded and written statements, financial documentation and audio materials for examination.
  • Collaborated with team members to discuss fraud trends and brainstorm methods to combat this type of crime.
  • Leveraged Microsoft Word, SalesForce, NetSuite, Looker, Accerify, Ethoca and other software tools to mange, create documents and other communications.

Social Media Representative

Fashion Nova
04.2017 - 05.2021
  • Produced and submitted weekly reports outlining progress against performance objectives and relevant trends.
  • Maintained continuous check on Facebook, SalesForce, Social Studio, NetSuite and TweetDeck metrics while optimizing and enhancing campaigns based on current trend data.
  • Maximized strategic approaches by keeping close eye on performance and making appropriate adjustments.
  • Assembled audit projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement with FashionNova's BBB score.

Property and Casualty Insurance Agent

Gac Insurance Agency
01.2014 - 03.2017
  • Created tailored quotes and proposals to meet individual client needs.
  • Delivered comprehensive product knowledge and guidance to assist clients in selecting the right products.
  • Built and maintained client relationships in Spanish, identifying insurance needs and establishing trust and rapport.
  • Promptly followed up with prospective clients to successfully close sales.

Education

Master of Arts - Migration Studies

University of San Francisco
San Francisco, CA
06.2025

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Cal State Los Angeles
Los Angeles
06.2022

Associate of Applied Science - Political Science

Glendale Community College
Glendale, CA
06.2020

Associate Degree - Humanities

Merced College
Merced, CA
2016

Skills

  • Planning and Prioritization
  • Customer Service Expert
  • Bilingual (Spanish Speaker)
  • Resolution Driven
  • Campaign Development
  • Records and Database Management

Internships

CALPIRG Intern

- Contributed to voter recruitment efforts for the 2020 elections.
- Collaborated as a key member of The New Voters Project Team.
- Participated in and organized strategic meetings aimed at optimizing voter turnout.
- Successfully fundraised donations for the CALPIRG Team.


BAJI -Black Alliance for Just Immigration

-Establishing meaningful connections with clients to understand their needs and provide effective support.
-Coordinating logistical aspects such as interpreter arrangements and managing Zoom calls to ensure smooth communication and collaboration.
-Conducting thorough and insightful interviews to gather relevant information and contribute to informed decision-making processes.


Timeline

MBE Application Review Specialist

Southern CA Minority Supplier Development Council
09.2022 - Current

Fraud Analyst

Fashion Nova
05.2021 - 08.2022

Social Media Representative

Fashion Nova
04.2017 - 05.2021

Property and Casualty Insurance Agent

Gac Insurance Agency
01.2014 - 03.2017

Master of Arts - Migration Studies

University of San Francisco

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Cal State Los Angeles

Associate of Applied Science - Political Science

Glendale Community College

Associate Degree - Humanities

Merced College
Melody Carbajal