Ivy O
@ivyo
Logistics and bilingual interpreter driving efficient freight operations.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I am a logistics professional and bilingual Swahili-English interpreter with extensive hands-on experience coordinating air freight, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring accurate documentation and billing. I combine strong organizational skills, vendor and carrier negotiation experience, and a customer-focused approach to deliver timely shipment updates and streamline operations.
As a team leader and coordinator, I have led canvassing and warehouse teams, developed performance reports, and supported clinical and administrative environments with confidentiality and empathy. I am results-oriented, adaptable, and committed to continuous improvement—ready to contribute reliable execution, clear communication, and operational efficiency to a new role.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Kiswahili Interpreter
CyraCom
Accurately interprets spoken and signed messages between English and Swahili while maintaining neutrality and confidentiality; prepares for assignments and ensures clear communication using microphones, headsets, and note-taking techniques.
Air Freight Coordinator
PSI Global Logistics
May 2020 - Nov 2024 (4 years 6 months)
Coordinated air freight operations, managing vendor and carrier relationships, produced weekly performance reports, and delivered timely shipment status updates while handling billing, invoicing, and airwaybill/customs documentation.
Canvassing Team Leader
Renewal By Andersen
Feb 2016 - Dec 2019 (3 years 10 months)
Led door-to-door sales teams, analyzed customer feedback to inform marketing initiatives, identified market expansion opportunities, and adapted processes to meet deadlines and targets.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
ALALISON
Certificate, Business Administration - Communication & Planning
Completed a certificate in Business Administration with focus on communication and planning through ALISON.
ALALISON
Diploma, Mental Health
Completed a diploma in Mental Health through ALISON.
High School (or GED)
High School Diploma or GED, General Education
Completed high school diploma or GED.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
United StatesAuthorized to work in
Job categories
Skills
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