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RACHEL ANDERSON

Brunswick,OH

Summary

Dedicated U.S. Navy veteran and supply chain professional with a strong background in logistics and a passion for streamlining operations. Eager to leverage analytical skills, teamwork and strategic thinking to enhance supply chain processes and deliver measurable results. Committed to continuously improving efficiency and effectiveness in the dynamic field of supply chain management.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Logistics Coordinator

SIFCO Applied Surface Concepts, LLC
05.2022 - Current
  • Developed and implemented export compliance program, including drafting the manual, creating the employee training program.
  • Acted as the global compliance liaison between the Global Compliance Manager and all SIFCO locations, ensuring consistent adherence to regulatory standards and facilitating smooth communication across international teams.
  • File EEI documentation and manage the ACE system to ensure regulatory adherence.
  • Led invoice reconciliation efforts, recovering $30,829.17 in 2023 and $14,142.66 in 2024; identified inefficiencies through root cause analysis, resulting in a reduction in recovery amount.
  • Negotiated a 75% discount with FedEx, significantly reducing shipping costs and improving overall budget efficiency.
  • Led continuous improvement initiatives, including implementing Kanban in the shipping department, reducing packing times and minimizing motion to enhance efficiency.
  • Spearheaded 5S projects, developing and delivering a training program for 15 staff members, and led organization efforts in the graphite room, back storage room, and front storage room to streamline operations.
  • Created and designed all continuous improvement documentation, including visually engaging materials and signage, to support and communicate process enhancements across the organization.
  • Planned and executed employee engagement events, managing event logistics and maintaining budgets to ensure successful and cost-effective initiatives that enhanced team morale and company culture.
  • Wrote and distributed the monthly newsletter, fostering employee engagement by highlighting key achievements, events, and initiatives across all SIFCO locations, ensuring consistent communication and connection company-wide.
  • Studied data to identify trends and patterns in transportation activity.
  • Collaborated with freight forwarders to coordinate and optimize export and import logistics, ensuring timely and compliant shipments across global operations.
  • Monitored performance of logistics operations to identify areas for improvement.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to reduce costs and improve quality of service.
  • Built and established relationships with staff and vendors.
  • Created reports to provide insights into logistics operations and performance.

Teacher

Sweet Kiddles
05.2018 - 08.2019
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
  • Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
  • Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
  • Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.

Education

Master of Arts in Business, Operations and Supply Chain Management -

Bowling Green State University
Bowling Green, OH
08.2024

Bachelor of Arts in Business, Operations and Supply Chain Management -

Cleveland State University
Cleveland, OH
12.2022

Skills

  • Safety standards
  • Deadline-oriented
  • Spreadsheet tracking
  • Invoicing and shipping documentation
  • ERP systems proficiency
  • Communication
  • International shipments
  • Cost-reduction strategies
  • Shipping procedures
  • Tariff coding system
  • Global logistics

Certification

  • Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certification
  • DOT, IATA, IMDG Certifications
  • Internal Auditor Certified (ISO 9001 and ISO 14001)
  • ITAR Certified

Timeline

Senior Logistics Coordinator

SIFCO Applied Surface Concepts, LLC
05.2022 - Current

Teacher

Sweet Kiddles
05.2018 - 08.2019

Master of Arts in Business, Operations and Supply Chain Management -

Bowling Green State University

Bachelor of Arts in Business, Operations and Supply Chain Management -

Cleveland State University

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