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Whitney Gibson

Richardson,TX

Summary

Meticulous and resourceful logistics operations professional with several years of experience excelling at prioritizing, multi-tasking, and following through to achieve project goals. Adept in assessing operational capabilities, creating and implementing process improvements, training staff, and streamlining overall operations for optimal business efficiency. I am a problem resolver and vendor relationship manager seeking to leverage my background into a professional position with a progressive organization.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Logistics Analyst

Olam Agri
Richardson, TX
05.2023 - Current
  • Analyzed logistics operations to identify areas of improvement and cost savings opportunities.
  • Created reports on inventory levels, delivery times, transport costs, and performance metrics.
  • Monitored vendor performance to ensure timely deliveries and quality standards were met.
  • Developed relationships with vendors to negotiate contracts and optimize pricing.
  • Organized shipping documents for international shipments in accordance with customs regulations.
  • Ensured compliance with internal policies and external regulations related to logistics activities.
  • Coordinated the transportation of goods between suppliers, manufacturers, warehouses, and customers.
  • Maintained detailed records of all incoming and outgoing shipments.
  • Tracked and monitored progress of project orders and maintained logistics-related data and reporting trends to senior transportation and operations professionals.

Logistics Coordinator

Total Sand Solutions
Fort Worth, TX
11.2022 - 05.2023
  • Responsible for overseeing all aspects of supply chain management, ensuring the flow of raw materials and final products from suppliers to retailers and customers.
  • Manages orders and coordinates stock of materials and equipment to ensure the company has everything needed.
  • Coordinating the optimal utilization of company and/or third-party equipment to successfully meet customer demands and ensure timely delivery.
  • Presented updates to appropriate personnel on service and performance issues.
  • Dispatch trip plans and verify location status.
  • Partner with third-party carriers as needed to meet customer demands.
  • Ensure compliance with all regulatory and company health and safety policies and procedures.

Transportation Analyst II

Thermo Fisher Scientific
Rockville, Maryland
09.2021 - 10.2022
  • Developed and maintained relationships with vendors, carriers and other stakeholders to ensure successful delivery of goods.
  • Created reports on a daily basis to track shipment status, delivery schedules, and customer feedback.
  • Identified process improvement opportunities for freight operations and logistics processes.
  • Monitored shipping costs, transit times, and carrier performance metrics.
  • Assisted in developing strategies to optimize supply chain operations including routing, scheduling, inventory control.
  • Collaborated with internal teams to develop new transportation plans that meet customer needs while reducing costs.
  • Maintained accurate records of all shipments including tracking numbers, delivery dates, origin and destination locations.
  • Documented procedures for freight management activities such as receiving orders from customers or suppliers.
  • Ensured compliance with federal regulations regarding cargo handling and safety standards.
  • Evaluated alternate methods of transporting goods such as rail or ocean freight instead of air freight when appropriate.

Transportation Manager II

JB Hunt Transport Intermodal
Haslet, TX
12.2017 - 09.2021
  • Developed and implemented policies and procedures to ensure efficient operations of the transportation department.
  • Monitored driver performance and compliance with safety regulations.
  • Maintained records of vehicle maintenance schedules to ensure proper upkeep of fleet vehicles.
  • Investigated customer complaints related to freight damage or late deliveries.
  • Guided optimal routing strategies for shipments based on cost, time sensitivity, and other criteria.
  • Organized training programs for staff members on safe driving practices and use of equipment.
  • Developed and implemented onboarding plans for new hires.
  • Conducted orientation sessions to introduce company policies and procedures.
  • Provided guidance on benefits enrollment and payroll setup.
  • Tracked completion of new hire paperwork and ensured accuracy of information provided by employees.
  • Created a system for tracking performance metrics during onboarding process.
  • Monitored progress of new hires throughout their first year of employment.

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Virtual Executive Assistant

State Farm Insurance Corporate
Irving, TX
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Organized travel arrangements, including flights, accommodations, ground transportation and restaurants reservations.
  • Managed multiple calendars for executives and ensured all deadlines were met.
  • Prepared expense reports and tracked departmental budgeting.
  • Coordinated meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Provided administrative support to senior management staff members.
  • Assisted in developing presentations, documents, spreadsheets and other materials as needed.
  • Handled confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
  • Maintained strong relationships with vendors by responding to inquiries promptly.
  • Acted as liaison between executives and other departments within organization.
  • Utilized problem solving skills to resolve any issues that arose during the course of business.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

Jackson State University
Jackson, MS
01.2015

Skills

  • Advanced Microsoft Office Suite, including Access, PowerPoint, and Excel (Index, Match, Pivot, VLOOKUP, SUMIFS, etc)
  • Salesforce
  • SAP
  • PeopleSoft
  • Global Shop Solutions ERP Systems
  • NetSuite
  • Warehouse Management
  • Transportation Management
  • Driver Scheduling
  • Shipment Tracking
  • Problem-Solving
  • Stress Management

Timeline

Logistics Analyst

Olam Agri
05.2023 - Current

Logistics Coordinator

Total Sand Solutions
11.2022 - 05.2023

Transportation Analyst II

Thermo Fisher Scientific
09.2021 - 10.2022

Transportation Manager II

JB Hunt Transport Intermodal
12.2017 - 09.2021

Virtual Executive Assistant

State Farm Insurance Corporate
01.2016 - 01.2017

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

Jackson State University
Whitney Gibson