Nancy Hurst
Newport News,VA
Summary
Logistics consultant with extensive experience at A.P. Moller - Maersk, specializing in supply chain optimization and project execution. Proficient in data analysis and vendor coordination, driving process improvements and enhancing team collaboration. Demonstrated ability to deliver impactful results in fast-paced environments.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Consultant – Logistics & Project Operations
Robert Half
10.2022 - Current
- Company Overview: Client: A.P. Moller - Maersk
- Served as liaison across clients, contractors, and internal teams to coordinate global import container shipments.
- Resolved transportation disruptions including customs delays, FDA holds, and hazardous material issues.
- Facilitated stakeholder meetings and provided operational assessments to identify gaps and propose improvements.
- Developed allocation plans to prioritize shipping demand and increase availability.
- Produced clean, reliable data, ad hoc, and KPI reports.
- Used Transportation Management Systems (TMS) to plan, execute, and track container movement.
- Client: A.P. Moller - Maersk
Business & Project Administrator
Hurst Sheet Metal, Inc.
07.2016 - 10.2022
- Facilitated all phases of HVAC and sheet metal projects, managing documentation, schedules, and stakeholder communication.
- Created project budgets, schedules, quality controls, and risk mitigation plans.
- Coordinated suppliers and subcontractors to ensure on-time material delivery.
- Identified project risks and implemented mitigation strategies to reduce delays.
- Maintained milestone tracking and communication workflows to ensure delivery deadlines were met.
- Oversaw procurement and labor scheduling to improve productivity on the shop floor.
General Office Manager
Precision Networks, Inc.
06.2009 - 07.2016
- Managed daily business operations including payroll, accounting, invoicing, and reporting.
- Oversaw AP/AR, tax preparation, and monthly financial close to support fiscal accuracy and compliance.
- Supervised admin staff and aligned workflows with company goals to improve operational efficiency.
- Implemented digital recordkeeping and compliance tracking systems to improve document accessibility and consistency.
Education
Bachelor of Applied Science - Organizational Management
Wilmington University
Wilmington, DE12.2022
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Cecil College
North East06.2022
Skills
- Supply chain optimization
- Logistics management
- Project planning and execution
- Process improvement
- Transportation management systems
- Vendor coordination
- Data analysis and reporting
- Budgeting and cost control
- Risk management
- Team collaboration
Accomplishments
- Achieved zero demurrage fees through proactive shipment planning and stakeholder coordination.
- Supported successful rollout of internal Transportation Management System (TMS) to enhance container tracking.
- Integrated Microsoft Project to streamline task tracking and reporting workflows; increased visibility by 25%.
- Implemented invoice tracking and reconciliation processes, improving financial reporting accuracy by 35%.
- Developed a safety tracking checklist and launched weekly safety walk throughs, reducing minor incidents.
- Designed and launched a digital filing system that cut processing time by 50%.
Timeline
Consultant – Logistics & Project Operations
Robert Half
10.2022 - Current
Business & Project Administrator
Hurst Sheet Metal, Inc.
07.2016 - 10.2022
General Office Manager
Precision Networks, Inc.
06.2009 - 07.2016
Bachelor of Applied Science - Organizational Management
Wilmington University
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Cecil College
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