Dynamic Analyst with demonstrated success in logistics coordination within the global supply chain sector.  Eager to contribute comprehensive knowledge base to a progressive organization in need of a professional capable of making an immediate impact on operations.     

Technology Trends   Negotiations Expertise   Resource Allocation   Human Capital Development   Requirements Analysis

Vendor Management   Inventory/Fixed Assets   Cost Control Optimization   Business/Strategic Plans   Financial Analysis

• Resource/Information Management   Continuous Process Improvement   Process Mapping / Workflow Analysis   Project Management/Leadership   Equipment Procurement

 

Ø  Strong technical background within the imports/exports industry with extensive knowledge of various systems, including customer service delivery, distribution methods, materials management, transportation protocols, strategic planning, staff training and development, and problem analysis and resolution.  

Ø  Proficient at guiding multiple business partnership teams in collaborative projects over the customer service lifecycle.

Ø  Ability to work independently on multiple projects simultaneously and efficiently and operate as a transformational leader inspiring individual, intra, and inter organizational change. 

Ø  Possess an extensive knowledge of import/export practices, policies, and regulations and can apply this knowledge in terms of production efficiency, forecasting and projections, as well as feasibility analyses. 

Ø  Possess in-depth knowledge of market deployments, cross-functional team leadership, as well as Vendor Relations Management.

Ø  Excel in defining and implementing policies, procedures and operational systems that boost productivity, efficiency and quality of operations.

Ø  Competent leader and mentor who is able to create a team environment, including building collaborative relationships, training peers to perform at maximum efficiency, and the capacity to form cross-functional coalitions in order to ensure knowledge is shared across departmental lines.

Ø  Consistently focus on ensuring development of efficiency best-practices.

Ø  Working knowledge of domestic and international documentation.

Ø  Proven ability to adapt strong safety and technical skills to diverse organization needs.

Ø  Technology savvy and proficient in multiple software applications and platforms.

 

 

 

Ø  Prepare comprehensive procurement plans taking into account strict adherence to deadlines, priorities, availability of financial resources, operational feasibility, procurement modalities, alternative scenarios.

Ø  Manage relevant purchasing and contracting activities, including solicitation processes, evaluation, selection and contract issuance.

Ø  Establish and maintain systems and processes that ensure effective program ability to source and deliver quality goods and services.

Ø  Strategically prioritize, plan and coordinate inbound/outbound freight to optimize use of time and resources.

Ø  Employ rigorous standards to ensure fairness, integrity, transparency, effective competition and best value for money in procurement and contracting activities.

Ø  Ensure full compliance and application of standard procurement and contracting rules, procedures and best practices.

Ø  Prepare monthly reports on the status of the overall procurement process.

Ø  Coordinate shipping and delivery arrangements of purchased goods and equipment.

Ø  Provide strategic oversight for resource management matters including allocation of inventory and includes tactical support. Monitor supply chain on an ongoing basic to ensure supplies are efficiently and effectively appropriated.

 

 

 

 

Ø  Planned and implemented the merging of dissimilar asset management models for network equipment into a state of the art asset recovery, and self-sparing program.

Ø  Saved $5.6 million in the first year of establishing a maintenance program for network assets.

Ø  Improved utilization of existing network inventory resulting in an annual cost avoidance of $7.5 million.

Ø  Introduced the concept of bulk trade-in and negotiated a $2.2 million deal with a major network vendor.

Ø  Negotiated maintenance contracts resulting in an average year-over-year savings of $4 million.

Ø  Responsible for delivering multiple network projects on-time and on-budget for BellSouth Cellular, Cingular Wireless, and AT&T Mobility.

Ø  Successfully applied technology and process improvement to increase productivity and improve bottom-line performance.

Ø  Structured operational functions such as standards management, forecasting, and trending through the application of innovative and creative ideas.

Ø  Significantly improved morale through coaching and mentoring as evidenced by reduced employee turn-over.

 

Technical Director, AT&T, Atlanta, GA                                                                         2005-Present

 

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Senior Manager/Manager of Network Operations, Bellsouth, Atlanta, GA                   1998-2005                                                                  

 

  Primary responsibilities included

 

Manager/IT Project Implementation, Bellsouth, Atlanta, GA                                                1995-1998                                                    

 

  Primary responsibilities included

 

n Master of Information Systems Management (MISM) C Emphasis on Managing Global Software and Service Supply Chains, Walden University (Pending 2010)

n Bachelor of Science C Business Management, University of Phoenix

n Associate of Science C Applied Electronics, Miami Dade Community College

n Certifications: Information Technology Infrastructure Library (V3) Essentials, Six Sigma, Project Management Fundamentals, Advanced IP Routing Technology, Advanced Nortel Networks Router

n Hardware Skills: Nortel Networks routers, Synoptics hubs / switches, Cabletron hubs / switches. WAN provisioning of T-1, DS-3, Sonet, FDDI, Frame Relay, DDS p-p. General DataComm DSU/CSU s.

n Software Skills: Microsoft program suite: Word, Project, Access, Schedule+, Exchange and Internet Explorer. Visio 5.0, NT4.0, WFW 3.51, DOS, UNIX.

n Network Management Skills: HP Openview, EnterprisePro, Concord, Spectrum, Optivity.

n Protocols: BGP-4, OSPF, RIP-2, RIP-1, TCP/IP, Ipv6, SNMP, DNS, DHCP, SNA, NetBeui