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Soledad Tudela

@soledadtudela

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A Logistics and Supply Chain professional

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for 4 things in my next job. Number one, a positive team to work in where everyone has a can-do attitude. Number two, a supportive manager who is prepared to listen to, and consider any ideas that I put forward. Number three, a diverse work environment where I can learn from other people, and number four, an inclusive company culture where there is equal opportunity for everyone.

A Logistics and Supply Chain professional with over 19 years of invaluable knowledge of managing projects, resources and staff in an effective and efficient manner. Forward-thinking, analytical logistics management and inventory professional with proven accomplishments in computerized accounting and inventory control systems, shipping/receiving, and warehousing. Knowledgeable in problem analysis, corrective action implementation, and management of multiphase operations. Explores alternative sources for materials and equipment to secure the best prices to maintain operational requirements. Administers inventory-tracking systems, reviews levels of supplies, orders new materials, and performs a daily analysis.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Cross Dock and Inventory Manager

Current

Crate and Barrel

Jul 2022 - Present (2 years 10 months)

• Manage the shipment and routing of outbound freight to ensure cost-efficient and timely delivery of product.
• Research various transportation methods, investigating cost and performance. Liaises with internal stakeholders, drivers, vendors, customers, and contracted carriers in planning the movement of freight.
• Handle and resolve escalated customer service issues directly with the customer.

Inventory Management Logistics Coordination Supply Chain Management Accounting Customer Care

Purchaser

Paul Davis Restoration

Oct 2021 - May 2022 (7 months)

• Maintain control over all inventories, including transactions, planning and scheduling, receiving and shipping.
• Negotiate, evaluate, and select suppliers and vendors based on their ability to provide the goods/services to ensure proper cost management
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers and vendors.
• Continually search for new products, materials and processes that will better

Purchasing Accounts Payable Supply Chain Management Construction Project Management

Transportation Clerk

Penske Logistics

Jul 2019 - Sep 2021 (2 years 2 months)

• Audit of logs, trip reports, and other DOT reporting, maintain of files, customer service interaction, resolution of driver equipment requests and pallet tracking.
• Maintenance and distribution of route books, daily interface with drivers, assist with driver coverage of vacation and overflow freight.
• Liaison for internal customer support. Track all return goods as directed by the customer

Transportation Routing Logistics Coordination Accounts Payable Operations

Senior Supply Manager

United States Army Reserves

Nov 2018 - Jul 2021 (2 years 8 months)

• Overall responsible for the accountability $148 million worth of equipment and property book records
• Senior Contracting Officer Representative supporting 5 Army Reserve Units providing market research, conducting contract negotiations, and monitoring contract regulatory procedures
• Managed multi-million dollar logistic operation, providing contracting and life support for over 200 soldiers

Supply Manager

United States Army

May 2011 - Oct 2018 (7 years 5 months)

• Managed 12 direct reports in 5 functional departments: demand planning, materials management, warehousing/transportation, and customer service.
• Analyzed statistical data and reports to ascertain trends in performance, resulting in maximum effective and efficient use of logistical resources
• Led and mentored 24 individuals in Supply Chain, Logistics, and Distribution operations.