Melissa Finkle
Senior Manager, Logistics & Operations @INABA FOODS (USA), INC.
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WORK HISTORY
Senior Manager, Logistics & Operations @INABA FOODS (USA), INC.
Develop and maintain relationships with third-party logistics providers (3PL) and freight carriers to ensure timely, cost-effective transportation.• Regularly analyze transportation costs and negotiate contracts and rates. • Implement strategies for improving efficiency, reducing costs, and optimizing supply chain operations.• Lead and develop a team of logistics professionals, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations.• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards for the storage, transportation, and handling of pet treat products. • Communicate daily with customs brokerage and freight forwarding teams to ensure timely delivery of ocean and air shipments to 3PL warehouses. • Sourced and lead implementation of sales and demand forecasting program to reduce stockouts and inventory holding costs while increasing bottom line profit.
EDUCATION
California State University, Long Beach
Bachelor’s Degree, Business Administration, Management and Operations
SKILLS
ABOUT MELISSA FINKLE
Results-oriented. Enthusiastic team leader with a strong work ethic and advanced problem-solving skills. Data driven professional with a relentless drive for innovation and continuous improvement.Strong experience with AS400, SAP, ERP, Oracle, and Power BI and multiple WMS and TMS systems.People Management, Project Management, P&L/Budget Management, Compliance ManagementExtensive experience with creating and implementing KPIs and SOPsBefore you are a leader, success is all about growing yourself. When you become a leader, success is all about growing others. —Jack Welch
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