Vanessa Puente
Woodland,CA
Summary
Logistics professional with expertise in optimizing supply chain operations and minimizing costs. Demonstrated ability to implement effective transportation strategies that enhance operational efficiency. Proven success in improving delivery times and accuracy, resulting in higher customer satisfaction and repeat business. Strong analytical skills and resourcefulness in logistics management drive productivity and streamline processes. Human Resources Specialist with extensive experience in employee management and guidance. Expertise in conducting background checks, organizing interviews, and administering benefits. Recognized for enhancing organizational climate and boosting employee morale. Proven ability to ensure compliance with HR policies while maintaining high productivity and effective communication.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Logistics Coordinator
Bay State Milling Company
Woodland, California
02.2019 - Current
- Oversaw loading and unloading activities at warehouses and distribution centers.
- Organized and monitored the shipment of products in accordance with customer requirements.
- Provided support in negotiating contracts with third-party providers regarding rates, services offered.
- Monitored compliance with safety regulations and quality standards during transport operations.
- Collaborated with internal teams to coordinate shipments between multiple locations.
- Resolved any issues or discrepancies related to product delivery or receipt in a timely manner.
- Responded quickly to customer inquiries about order status or changes in schedules.
- Analyzed data to identify cost savings opportunities in the logistics process.
- Coordinated daily transportation activities including scheduling, routing, tracking and documentation.
- Implemented new technologies such as GPS tracking software for increased efficiency in logistics operations.
- Ensured accurate completion of customs documents for international shipments as required by law.
- Developed and maintained relationships with vendors, carriers and customers to ensure efficient shipping of goods.
- Prepared and maintained accurate shipping documentation, including bills of lading and invoices.
- Checked items into computer system, printed labels and directed to storage locations.
- Coordinated daily logistics operations, including shipment scheduling and tracking.
- Liaised with suppliers and customers to resolve any shipping or receiving issues promptly.
- Loaded, unloaded, moved and sorted materials to keep items flowing to correct locations.
- Developed training materials and conducted sessions for new logistics staff members.
Admin Human Resources
Bay State Milling Company
Woodland
02.2019 - Current
- Managed benefits programs such as health insurance plans, retirement accounts.
- Performed payroll functions including calculating hours worked and overtime pay rates.
- Coordinated training sessions for employees on topics such as safety, sexual harassment prevention.
- Conducted exit interviews to determine reasons for employee departures.
- Scheduled or conducted new employee orientations.
- Hired employees and processed hiring-related paperwork.
- Informed job applicants of duties and responsibilities, compensation, and benefits.
- Interviewed job applicants to obtain information on work history, education or job skills.
- Managed compliance with labor laws and regulations, reducing risk of legal challenges.
- Conducted exit interviews to gather feedback and identify areas for improvement within the organization.
- Administered employee onboarding and orientation programs to facilitate smooth integration into company culture.
- Monitored employee performance evaluation processes, ensuring timely completion and feedback delivery.
- Supervised onboarding process for newly hired employees, including distribution of all paperwork.
- Built and developed lasting relationships with employees, peers, upper management and outside vendors.
- Developed job postings for open positions and managed applicant tracking system.
- Acted as a liaison between employees and upper-level management when needed.
- Provided guidance on employee relations issues such as performance management, disciplinary action, grievances.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local laws related to employment practices.
- Organized company events such as team-building activities or holiday parties.
Staffing Consultant
Pride Staffing
Woodland, California
04.2017 - 02.2019
- Sourced, qualified and conducted screening interviews with job candidates.
- Hired employees and processed hiring-related paperwork.
- Informed job applicants of duties and responsibilities, compensation, and benefits.
- Selected qualified job applicants or referred to managers to make hiring recommendations.
- Managed recruitment process from job posting to interviewing and candidate selection.
- Kept track of timekeeping responsibilities and employee time off requests when completing schedules.
- Provided support during new employee interviews and orientations.
- Analyzed job descriptions and requirements to match the best candidates to positions.
- Oversaw staffing and related operations, spanning interviewing, hiring and mentoring personnel.
- Assisted in new hire process by calling and scheduling appointments with candidates, filling out required paperwork and preparing manuals.
- Tracked all activities related to recruitment such as interview scheduling, offer letters.
- Coordinated and planned work shift schedules according to availability.
- Facilitated communication between employees and management to address staffing concerns.
- Worked with human resources teams to align staffing decisions with regulatory standards.
- Developed and maintained a pool of qualified candidates for future staffing needs.
Education
GED -
Adult Education
Woodland, CA11-2009
Skills
- Shipment coordination
- Logistics coordination
- Contract negotiation
- Data analysis
- Customs compliance
- Supply chain management
- Warehouse operations
- Global logistics
- Benefits management
- Logistics coordination
- Employee onboarding and offboarding
- Payroll processing
- Benefits oversight
- Team-building activities
- HR policies development
- Background checks coordination
Timeline
Logistics Coordinator
Bay State Milling Company
02.2019 - Current
Admin Human Resources
Bay State Milling Company
02.2019 - Current
Staffing Consultant
Pride Staffing
04.2017 - 02.2019
GED -
Adult Education