MICHELLE AVERY
Houston,TX
Summary
Experienced manager specializing in logistics, transportation, import/export, and material & inventory management. Known for a detail-oriented and hardworking approach, dedicated to ensuring the efficient flow of goods. Strong understanding of coordinating inbound and outbound schedules to effectively manage logistics operations. Highly organized and forward-thinking, thrives in a team environment where collaboration is key.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Regional Logistics Analyst
VOESTALPINE BOHLER WELDING
Sugar Land, TX
05.2021 - Current
- Maintain finished goods at 2 warehouses worth $16M monitoring inventory levels, reorder points, and order quantities in SAP
- Create and review procedures for distribution and inventory management to maximize customer satisfaction and minimize cost
- Act as key (super) user for SAP Logistics within Region providing training and coaching of standard processes
- Perform monthly, quarterly cycle counts and annual inventory in conjunction with corporate and third-party auditors
- Ensure proper communication with Customer Service Desk and strong alignment with sales, and Materials Management(MM) and Supply Chain Management (SC)
- Arrange contracts and special rates with hauling carriers (Sea Freight, Road Freight, Air Freight, Customs Broker, HOT SHOT services) and freight lines
- Monitor and control of the 3PL service provider
- Lead projects across the region to enhance customer service for both inbound and outgoing transportation.
Logistics Specialist III / Lead
VOESTALPINE BOHLER WELDING
Sugar Land, TX
10.2018 - 05.2021
- Scheduled and managed all outbound goods and material movements 100+ shipments weekly of welding consumables to 2,500 locations around the world, selecting LTL, TL, Ocean, and Air shipping methods with consideration to cost, priority, and internal and external constraints, type of products, and expectations of delivery timeframe
- Oversaw the shipping of various goods, including flux and filler metals, stick electrodes, flux-cored wires, solid wires, SAW wires, and hazardous chemicals indirect materials and direct materials (raw steel, castings, and fabricated metals) to both customers and intercompany locations
- Accountable for the pick, preparation, and pack processes for products being shipped to Architectural and Structural Metals Manufacturing, Environmental, Automotive, and Mining plants across the globe, including the US, Canada, Mexico, Europe, Middle East, and Australia/APAC
- Developed relationships with key distributors, including Air Gas, Linde Gas & Equipment, Midalloy, Gas and Supply, Matheson, Covanta, and Boysen
- Analyzed freight spend and mode details to determine best freight forwarding carrier (Sea Freight, Road Freight, Air Freight, Customs Broker, HOT SHOT services) and shipping lines (Maersk, CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd, Mediterranean Shipping Company) to utilize
- Actively communicated with internal and external contacts to improve lead times, ensured compliance of import/export requirements and documents, and adhered to Trade Compliance policies with customs brokerage
- Monitored KPIs and productivity reports Using SAP and converting data into Excel spreadsheets and then into a pivot table; used KPIs to track material handlers' performance.
Logistics/Operations Coordinator
RUBICON OILFIELD INTERNATIONAL (Previously Tercel Oilfield Products)
Houston, TX
02.2017 - 10.2018
- Responsible for the B2C and intercompany transfer shipments across 15 locations utilizing LTL, TL, Ocean, Air, Import/Export of goods, including preparing NAFTA documents, between the US, Canada, Mexico, Europe, and APAC
- Maintained finished goods, raw material, and WIP Inventory at 1 warehouse with $8M+ in inventory, including Downhole tools-Reamers, Float Equipment, and Centralizers
- Improved inventory accuracy and Picking Metrics more than 50% by creating and enforcing procedures and by implementing more efficient storage/picking methods and a cycle count process
- Successfully moved one of the warehouses to a 3PL provider
- Provided all training to their employees on our processes and products
- Increased OTD (On Time Delivery) from 36% to 95% within three months
- Transitioned from 3PL to Direct LTL Carriers and achieved $24,567 in savings within the period of three months
- Implemented a new TMS System
- Spearheaded new and streamlined shipping processes and helped the organization overcome inconsistent procedures, cumbersome booking systems, and lost orders
- Oversaw export and freight forwarding, building relationships with major carriers such as Sea Freight, Road Freight, Air Freight, Customs Broker, and HOT SHOT services
- Created Picking & Shipping metrics to use as a reporting tool for upper management and the Warehouse team
- Verified and kept records on incoming and outgoing shipments, prepared items for shipment, and determined the best method of shipment, utilizing knowledge of shipping procedures, routes, and rates
- Controlled inventory levels by conducting cycle counts and reconciling with both planned forecasts and historical inventory data
- Developed and implemented warehouse-receiving procedures for downhole tools and monitored warehouse space utilization while standardizing inventories and the inventory program used
- Developed and implemented strategic logistic functions across the plants and trans-load sites and performed site audits to ensure the quality of service and compliance with plant-established policies and procedures
- Incorporated 'zero-defect receiving inspection' into the warehouse process and reduced potential quality issues
- Fully complied with and exercised diligence in observing all QHSE standards specified by management, US and International Trade rules and regulations
- Continuously collaborated with stakeholders to improve logistics performance, create added value for the customer and achieve excellent customer satisfaction feedback
- Created reports upon request for various departments utilizing Global Shop and Microsoft Dynamics NAV.
Regional Sales Support - NSAM
RUBICON OILFIELD INTERNATIONAL (Previously Tercel Oilfield Products)
Houston, TX
09.2014 - 02.2017
- Provided inside sales support to all 5 US Sales Managers, working with internal stakeholders the VP of Sales and VP of Operations, providing external customer service on pricing, inventory, billing, and delivery of Reamers and Centralizers throughout the US and Canada (Alberta)
- Focused on Truckload, Flat-Bed, LTL, and Expedited shipping needs of prospective customers on a national level
- Processed and issued Quotes, RFQs, and POs for customers/vendors and finalized agent agreements and contracts
- Ensured on-time delivery goals were met, tracked customer orders, and advised the customer on late items
- Utilized Global Shop to log field data, including written data processing, into the online systems
- Proceeded weekly drill bit, expense, and other reports to VP of Sales and supported VP with travel, meeting, expense, and budget reporting
- Collaborated with field force, management, and marketing teams to design and develop marketing materials for the sales teams
- Organized weekly, monthly, and quarterly gatherings, including sales training seminars, management meetings, holiday parties, and any other meeting that would come up.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Logistics Managment
Lone Star College
Cypress12.2025
Skills
- Transportation Management
- Logistics Optimization
- Warehouse Management
- ERP systems proficiency
- Decision-Making
- Analytical Thinking
- Problem-Solving
- Logistics Analysis
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Inventory Management
- Shipping procedures
- Supply Chain Operations
Accomplishments
- Improved inventory accuracy and picking metrics more than 50% by creating and enforcing procedures and by implementing more efficient storage/picking methods and a cycle count process
- Successfully moved a warehouse to a 3PL provider. Provided training to their employees on companys processes and procedures.
- Increased OTD (On Time Delivery) from 36% to 95% within three months
- Transitioned from 3PL to Direct LTL Carriers and achieved $24,567 in savings within the period of three months
- Implemented a new TMS System
- Spearheaded new and streamlined shipping processes and helped the organization overcome inconsistent procedures, cumbersome booking systems, and lost orders
- Managed the inbound and outbound shipping of finished goods and raw materials to and from five plants across the US (Midland, OK, WV, San Antonio, NW Houston)
- Handled 50 to 75 active customers with estimated yearly sales of $700K; inventory valued at around 8 million; third-party suppliers 2-Hoss Rentals and Scepter Supply
Certification
- First Line Logistics Lead Certificate, Lone Star College
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Regional Logistics Analyst
VOESTALPINE BOHLER WELDING
05.2021 - Current
Logistics Specialist III / Lead
VOESTALPINE BOHLER WELDING
10.2018 - 05.2021
Logistics/Operations Coordinator
RUBICON OILFIELD INTERNATIONAL (Previously Tercel Oilfield Products)
02.2017 - 10.2018
Regional Sales Support - NSAM
RUBICON OILFIELD INTERNATIONAL (Previously Tercel Oilfield Products)
09.2014 - 02.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Logistics Managment
Lone Star College
- First Line Logistics Lead Certificate, Lone Star College
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