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RASALYN DAVIS
Summary
Logistics professional with proven experience in optimizing supply chain operations and managing complex distribution networks. Skilled in team leadership, process improvement, and strategic planning to drive efficiency and cost savings. Strong focus on collaboration, adaptability, and achieving tangible results in dynamic environments. Trusted for reliable decision-making and effective problem-solving in high-pressure situations.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook Supervisor
US Army Corps of Engineers
10.2019 - 01.2025
- Ensured consistent food quality with strict adherence to recipes, portion control, and presentation standards.
- Trained new hires in proper cooking techniques, equipment usage, and safety protocols, increasing overall team proficiency.
- Improved staff productivity by providing clear instructions, guidance, and constructive feedback on their performance.
- Collaborated with management to develop innovative menu offerings that catered to diverse customer preferences.
- Maintained a clean and hygienic kitchen environment through regular cleaning schedules and strict sanitation policies.
- Proactively addressed maintenance issues with kitchen equipment, ensuring minimal downtime and uninterrupted operations.
- Continuously evaluated staff performance levels through regular assessments, identifying areas for improvement and providing targeted coaching.
- Managed food orders efficiently by coordinating with suppliers for timely deliveries while minimizing costs.
- Exceeded health inspection standards consistently by maintaining a stringent focus on cleanliness and sanitation practices throughout the kitchen space.
- Increased customer satisfaction by addressing complaints promptly and making necessary improvements to menu items and service.
- Spearheaded efforts to enhance the dining experience for guests by collaborating closely with front-of-house staff to address service-related concerns.
- Supervised food presentation and plating to enhance visual appeal.
- Tracked kitchen performance metrics to monitor progress and identify areas for improvement.
- Planned routine upkeep of kitchen equipment and facilities for safe and efficient operations.
- Addressed customer complaints with professional demeanor and used communication and problem-solving skills to resolve issues.
- Monitored food inventory and supplies to prevent waste.
- Directed activities of team of skilled kitchen workers preparing and serving meals.
- Monitored food preparation, production, and plating for quality control.
- Planned and executed promotions and special events in close collaboration with management.
- Controlled expenses and boosted profitability by managing food and labor costs.
Administrative Assistant
US Army Corps of Engineers
10.2017 - 09.2019
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
- Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
- Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
- Expedited invoice processing, ensuring accurate recording of financial transactions in the accounting system.
- Safeguarded company information by maintaining strict confidentiality in handling sensitive documents and records.
- Maintained inventory of office supplies and placed orders.
- Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
- Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
- Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
- Created and maintained detailed administrative processes and procedures to drive efficiency and accuracy.
- Continually sought methods for improving daily operations, communications with clients, recordkeeping, and data entry for increased efficiency.
- Completed forms, reports, logs, and records to quickly handle all documentation for human resources.
- Interacted with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities, and communicate instructions.
- Opened and properly distributed incoming mail to promote quicker response to client inquiries.
- Identified and recommended changes to existing processes to improve accuracy, efficiency, and quality service.
- Recorded new hires, transfers, terminations, changes in job classifications and merit increases to main human resources files.
- Established administrative work procedures to track staff's daily tasks.
- Performed research to collect and record industry data.
- Organized logistics and materials for each meeting and took detailed notes for later dissemination to key stakeholders.
- Facilitated timely delivery of special projects to meet organizational and departmental objectives.
Supply Technician
US Army Corps of Engineers
05.2011 - 09.2017
- Monitored and replenished tools and reagents to enable smoother workflows and eliminate delays.
- Trained junior staff members in proper supply chain practices, enhancing their knowledge base and skill set for greater contributions to the team''s success.
- Coordinated logistics activities for seamless transportation of goods from suppliers to end-users, minimizing delays and disruptions.
- Used identification tags, stamps and electronic marking tools to mark stock items.
- Determined causes of discrepancies to make appropriate adjustments to correct inventory records and documents.
- Resolved discrepancies between purchase orders and invoices promptly, ensuring accurate billing information was maintained.
- Conducted regular inventory audits to maintain accurate records and reduce discrepancies in stock levels.
- Acted as receiving agent in verifying delivered goods, preparing receipts for purchases and generating quarterly transaction reports.
- Reviewed and verified quantities received against bills of lading, contracts and purchase requests.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of materials, contributing to project success.
- Verified clerical computations against physical count of stock to adjust errors in computations.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at increasing efficiency within the supply technician role.
- Assisted in budget preparation and monitoring, ensuring adequate financial controls were in place for purchasing activities.
- Maintained strict quality control measures throughout the procurement process, ensuring high-quality products were delivered on time.
- Worked and communicated with clients and customers, adapting to expectations and providing quality goods and supplies on consistent basis.
- Managed vendor relationships for optimal pricing and delivery schedules, resulting in cost savings and improved service levels.
- Reduced time spent on inventory searches, implemented efficient categorization system.
- Enhanced inventory accuracy by conducting detailed monthly audits.
- Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of critical supplies, avoiding any operational delays.
- Managed availability of supplies from vendors by ensuring core items were on hand to keep inventory values low and consistently moving.
- Monitored supplier performance for compliance with contract terms and quality standards.
- Devised and maintained an up-to-date database of supplier and vendor performance metrics.
- Coordinated supply orders to meet consumer demand and minimize costs of storing and transporting goods.
Unit Supply Sergeant
US Army
10.1996 - 04.2009
- Managed the maintenance, repair, and replacement of unit equipment through diligent monitoring and follow-up actions.
- Improved unit readiness by ensuring timely distribution of critical supplies and equipment to soldiers.
- Enhanced inventory management by implementing a streamlined tracking system for supplies and equipment.
- Reduced supply shortages by conducting regular audits and maintaining accurate records of all unit assets.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement within the supply department through regular feedback and process evaluations.
- Collaborated with other departments to address any supply discrepancies or issues that arose during operations.
- Contributed to budget management through careful planning and control of allocated funds for supply needs.
- Assisted in disaster relief efforts by coordinating the rapid deployment of vital resources to affected areas when needed.
- Prepared detailed reports on inventory levels, usage trends, and procurement activities to inform decision-making at higher levels of command.
- Maintained open lines of communication between suppliers, transportation providers, and end-users to ensure smooth delivery schedules.
- Supervised personnel in daily tasks, fostering an environment of teamwork and collaboration among team members.
- Supported mission success with efficient procurement processes for acquiring necessary supplies and materials.
- Coordinated logistical support during field exercises to ensure seamless distribution of essential resources.
- Ensured compliance with regulations by closely monitoring hazardous material handling and disposal protocols.
- Reviewed supply policies, plans and procedures to resolve issues impacting logistics operations and supply accountability.
- Provided briefings and monthly communications to promote property acquisition, accountability and regulatory compliance.
- Reported property accountability data using Standard Property Book System-R (SPBSR).
- Monitored inventory demand and material assets to reduce product variability to achieve optimal solutions.
- Achieved compliance with audit performance requirements.
- Synchronized supply chain activity by working with government contracted suppliers and distributors to obtain goods.
- Trained and coached supply team members on issues concerning Installation Property Accountability to achieve compliance, cost savings and efficiencies.
- Maintained audit trails to adhere to performance requirements.
- Managed staff of 5 employees for oversight of procurement and supply management.
- Maintained accountability for assets valued in excess of $10,000,000.
- Evaluated supply policies, plans and procedures to identify inefficiencies and problems impacting logistics operations and supply accountability.
- Applied knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations to achieve divisional compliance.
- Trained and coached supply team members on issues concerning Installation Property Accountability to realize compliance, cost savings and efficiency.
- Managed non-expendable government-owned property in district.
- Monitored and evaluated compliance by employees, tenant units, and customers.
- Delivered budgets for sustainment services and materials.
- Packed, secured, labeled and applied postage to materials to prepare items for shipment.
- Verified orders by comparing names and quantity of items packaged with shipping documents.
- Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.
- Sorted and delivered materials to different work areas and staff.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to identify discrepancies with records.
- Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift and hand trucks.
- Monitored inventory to maintain sufficient supply levels to meet business and customer needs.
- Rejected damaged items, recorded shortages and corresponded with shippers to rectify issues.
- Compared shipping orders and invoices against contents received to verify accuracy.
- Processed required paperwork to expedite handling of shipped and received goods.
- Worked effectively with shippers to resolve shipment issues, damaged materials and shortages.
- Requisitioned new supplies and maintained storage areas for smooth department operations.
- Supported reporting, accounting and recordkeeping staff with accurate updates regarding shipment information.
- Drafted and managed work and shipping orders, bills of lading, and shipping route materials for accurate and compliant recordkeeping.
- Conducted research to address shipping errors and packaging mistakes.
- Corresponded with carrier representatives to make arrangements and provide instructions for shipment and delivery of orders.
- Factored shipping procedures, rates and routes in making determinations on best shipping methods for materials.
- Maintained up-to-date price lists to accurately calculate shipping, shortage and demurrage costs.
- Partnered with representatives from different carriers to arrange materials shipments.
Education
Political Science
Jackson State University
Jackson, MSBachelor of Arts - Business Administration
American InterContinental University
Chandler, AZ09-2027
High School Diploma -
Robert M. Callaway High School
Jackson, MS06-1991
Skills
- Safety management
- Warehouse management
- Demand forecasting
- Transportation management
- Cross-functional coordination
- Shipping and receiving operations
- Employee supervision
- Client relationship management
- Skilled in microsoft office
- Supply chain management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking Abilities
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 12 staff members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Achieved above standard rating by completing quarterly inspections with accuracy and efficiency.
- Created complete short order and fine dining restaurant menu alongside executive chef during COVID epidemic.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and to complete satisfaction.
Certification
Serv Safe certified. Person in Charge.
Interests
Timeline
Cook Supervisor
US Army Corps of Engineers
10.2019 - 01.2025
Administrative Assistant
US Army Corps of Engineers
10.2017 - 09.2019
Supply Technician
US Army Corps of Engineers
05.2011 - 09.2017
Unit Supply Sergeant
US Army
10.1996 - 04.2009
Political Science
Jackson State University
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
American InterContinental University
High School Diploma -
Robert M. Callaway High School
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