Strategic Supervisor with expertise prioritizing projects, planning workflow and managing employees to achieve operational goals. Resourceful individual with over 22 years of active experience managing efforts within deadline-driven environments. Diplomatic individual with strong leadership and decision-making skills.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Work Site Director
MUFG, Union Bank, N.A.
05.2019 - Current
Coordinates office activities and operations to secure efficiency and compliance to company policies
Supervises administrative staff and divides responsibilities to ensure performance
Actively demonstrates knowledge and sensitivity to the current regulatory environment, complying with regulations and meeting regulatory expectations
Effectively manages risks associated with the activities in my department or business unit
Proactively identifies and remediates risk and control issues (e.g
Credit and operational risk inclusive of information security, data accuracy/integrity, and fiduciary duties)
Establishes and maintains effective internal controls indicative of a disciplined culture that continuously strives to prevent unsafe or unsound practices
Acts with honesty, integrity and fairness, by complying with both the letter and the spirit of all applicable laws, regulations, policies, procedures, rules and limits associated with the activities of the department or business unit
Responds to findings from regulators and control functions (e.g
Audit, risk management and legal) to address identified risks and/or control matters in a timely manner
Protects MUFG’s reputation as the world’s most trusted financial institution by escalating issues when behaviors, actions, policies or procedures potentially undermine our ability to effectively identify measure, mitigate, prevent or monitor risks
Completes all assigned and applicable risk management and compliance training, on time, to increase awareness and adherence to risk management and regulatory compliance.
Implemented best practices and safe operating procedures.
Delivers reports to department manager to detail project updates and likely completion dates, noting delays and causes.
Evaluates team member strengths and assigns tasks based upon expertise and background.
Trains new team members on site policies and procedures.
Guides employees and contractors in task completion, offering assistance to meet tight deadlines.
Develops work schedules for team members to maximize shift coverage.
General Office Administrator
The Caribbean Navigator, LLC
06.2005 - 12.2018
Coordinated office activities and operations to secure efficiency and compliance to company policies
Supervised administrative staff and divided responsibilities to ensure performance
Managed and supervised layout, design, production, distribution and delivery phases for seven (7) different magazine platforms (both online and print format)
Managed phone calls and correspondence (e-mail, letters, packages etc.)
Supported budgeting and bookkeeping procedures
Created and updated records and databases with personnel, financial and other data
Tracked stocks of office supplies and placed orders when necessary
Submitted timely reports and prepared presentations/proposals as assigned
Assisted colleagues whenever necessary
Transferred data from paper formats into computer files or database systems using keyboards, data recorders or optical scanners
Typed in data provided directly from customers
Created spreadsheets with large numbers of figures without mistakes
Verified data by comparing it to source documents
Updated existing data
Retrieved data from the database or electronic files as required
Performed regular backups to ensure data preservation
Sorted and organized paperwork after entering data to ensure it was not lost
Managed and properly accounted for petty cash issued to facilitate general office activities.
Tracked office supplies and restocked low items to keep team members on-task and productive.
Edited documents to improve accuracy of language, flow, and readability.
Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
Monitored and oversaw general cleaning of office in line with company cleanliness standards.
Scheduled conference rooms, prepared agendas, and maintained calendars to prepare for meetings and events.
Applied advanced administrative and analytical skills in overseeing day-to-day operational activities.
Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
Organized, facilitated and participated in community service efforts.
Coordinated communications, financial processing, registration, recordkeeping, and other administrative functions.
Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
Customer Service Representative
Inter Caribbean Express Marketing
02.2001 - 06.2005
Reviewed and provided comments on the adequacy of documents and took necessary steps to cure any deficiencies, monitored multiple databases to keep track of all company inventory Compiled weekly monetary reports and records for store managers
Responded to customer requests, offering excellent support and tailored recommendations to address needs.
Recommended, selected and helped locate and obtain out-of-stock product based on customer requests.
Handled customer inquiries and suggestions courteously and professionally.
Tracked customer service cases and updated service software with customer information.
Followed up with customers about resolved issues to maintain high standards of customer service.
Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
Delivered prompt service to prioritize customer needs.
Sought ways to improve processes and services provided.
Replenished inventory with focus on addressing customer needs
Assisted customers with store and product complaints
Performed store opening duties, including counting cash drawers and checking all equipment for proper functioning
Expressed appreciation for patronage, inviting and encouraging customer return visits
Processed and issued money orders for customers
Worked as team member, performing cashier duties, product assistance and cleaning
Cross-trained and provided back-up for other customer service representatives when needed
Stocked and rotated inventory regularly
Responded promptly to general inquiries from members, staff and clients via mail, e-mail and fax
Completed continuing education and training programs for professional development
Resolved customer issues using strong interpersonal skills and conflict resolution techniques
Leveraged expertise and training to develop effective business plans, achieve profitability goals and grow business and client retention
Resolved product or policy issues and shared benefits of new technology
Processed merchandise returns and exchanges
Assisted customers with questions and concerns
Generated leads for new sales through telephone and email contact with customers
Ensured optimal passenger experience, achieving top satisfaction, retention and referrals
Replenished merchandise shelves with items from the stockroom
Communicated all merchandise needs or issues to appropriate supervisors
Worked under strict deadlines and responded to service requests and emergency call-outs.
I cannot believe the purpose of life is to be happy. I think the purpose of life is to be useful, to be responsible, to be compassionate. It is, above all, to matter, to count, to stand for something, to have made some difference that you lived at all.
Vice President, Issues Reporting Department at MUFG UNION BANK N.A. / U.S. Bank N.A.Vice President, Issues Reporting Department at MUFG UNION BANK N.A. / U.S. Bank N.A.
Senior Operations Specialist, Loan Payment Processing at MUFG Union Bank, N.ASenior Operations Specialist, Loan Payment Processing at MUFG Union Bank, N.A