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Natasha Yarbro

Kings Mountain,NC

Summary

Strategic Supply Chain & Inventory Optimization Specialist with 15+ years of experience optimizing logistics, inventory control, and material management across complex projects. Proven expertise in coordinating inventory flow, safeguarding materials, and ensuring operational efficiency through data-driven analysis. Adept at leveraging ERP systems (SAP S/4 Hana), Power BI, and Excel to conduct forecasting, reconcile inventory discrepancies, and enhance supply chain visibility. Highly skilled in cross-functional collaboration, vendor coordination, and transportation management to align project needs with strategic logistics solutions. Seeking to apply analytical and problem-solving abilities in a Supply Chain Analyst role to support material operations, enhance inventory security, and drive continuous improvement in supply chain processes.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Warehouse Manager

Albemarle Corp.
01.2023 - 12.2024
  • Enhanced supply chain reliability, reduced operational inefficiencies, and improved warehouse KPIs, leading to higher customer satisfaction and cost savings for Global 3PL warehouses.
  • Led the optimization of 3PL warehouse operations by creating SOPs as well as enhancing visibility into key performance indicators (KPIs), addressing inefficiencies, and implementing corrective actions.
  • Developed and integrated a Power BI reporting system to track shipment performance, resulting in a 37% improvement in on-time shipments within 90 days.
  • Identified and resolved recurring inventory discrepancies between SAP and 3PL warehouse systems by standardizing unit conversions.
  • Designed a conversion worksheet that eliminated errors and achieved 100% accuracy in inventory reconciliations.
  • Oversaw end-to-end project execution, ensuring alignment with scope, timeline, and resource allocation while driving continuous improvement in warehouse operations.

Supply Chain Analytics Specialist

Albemarle Corp.
10.2019 - 01.2023
  • Delivered multimillion-dollar cost savings, improved shipping reliability, and enhanced cross-functional collaboration to optimize global supply chain operations.
  • Analyzed ocean and air freight costs and identified cost-saving opportunities by optimizing shipping routes by utilizing alternative ports and routes.
  • Negotiated new freight contracts and implemented an optimized routing strategy, saving $1,782 per container, leading to an annual cost reduction of over $2 million.
  • Led a cross-functional Kaizen initiative to improve documentation submission processes for freight forwarding, addressing inefficiencies that caused delays and additional costs.
  • Implemented a streamlined communication strategy, reducing rolled shipments and documentation errors by 20%.

Customer Service IV

Albemarle Corp.
10.2017 - 10.2019
  • Improved operational efficiency and enhanced customer service response times by implementing automated reporting solutions.
  • Addressed inefficiencies in order tracking by collaborating with the reporting team to develop an automated SAP report that provided real-time order data.
  • Reduced manual order lookup time by 1.75 hours per CSR daily, significantly increasing productivity and improving customer response times.
  • Efficiently managed cylinder and tanker inventory by implementing standardized tracking processes, optimizing stock levels, and coordinating logistics to ensure timely replenishment and operational continuity, achieving a 90% return rate through enhanced recovery and redistribution strategies.

Office Manager

Smartrend Manufacturing Group (SMG)
02.2016 - 08.2017
  • Improved order fulfillment accuracy, reduced delays, and enhanced customer relationships through proactive inventory management and sales initiatives.
  • Managed order processing and customer inquiries, ensuring accurate record-keeping for efficient tracking.
  • Verified customer forecasts and inventory levels, reducing discrepancies and improving demand planning.
  • Proactively monitored and expedited shipments, ensuring on-time delivery and resolving order delays.
  • Collaborated with engineering, quality, and procurement teams to address quality issues and maintain high customer satisfaction.
  • Led the successful relocation of warehouse operations and implemented an optimized racking system to enhance storage efficiency and workflow.

Customer Service Representative

Parker Hannifin
02.2012 - 01.2016
  • Enhanced order accuracy, minimized pricing errors, and improved cross-functional collaboration for efficient customer service operations.
  • Entered and managed up to 100 daily orders in Oracle, ensuring seamless processing and fulfillment.
  • Conducted daily Electronic Delivery Interaction (EDI) report reviews, reducing pricing and shipping data errors.
  • Resolved pricing and availability issues, ensuring order accuracy and customer satisfaction.
  • Assisted in pricing validation, guaranteeing correct quotes, and mitigating revenue leakage.
  • Worked with Technical Services to align part numbers with customer requirements, reducing order discrepancies.

Education

GED -

Gaston College
Dallas, NC

Skills

  • Supply Chain & Inventory Management Inventory Optimization
  • Data Analysis & KPI Reporting
  • Demand Forecasting
    Sales & Operating Planning
  • SAP
  • PowerBI
  • Excel
  • Supply Chain Coordination & Logistics
  • Supplier Coordination
    Stakeholder & Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Process Improvement & Continuous Improvement

Timeline

Warehouse Manager

Albemarle Corp.
01.2023 - 12.2024

Supply Chain Analytics Specialist

Albemarle Corp.
10.2019 - 01.2023

Customer Service IV

Albemarle Corp.
10.2017 - 10.2019

Office Manager

Smartrend Manufacturing Group (SMG)
02.2016 - 08.2017

Customer Service Representative

Parker Hannifin
02.2012 - 01.2016

GED -

Gaston College

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