Seeking a position overseas as a Logistics Development Manager in International Transportation that will utilize my skills and knowledge of sales and operations, including but not limited to air/ocean cargo and
FTL/
LTL cargo.
Summary
I am a global thinker with over 10+years of proven experience in domestic/international sales and operations and over 5 years experience in the educational field. I am a creative problem solver with the ability to develop and implement solutions to complex business and international transportation issues. Furthermore, I am articulate and persuasive when communicating with management, staff, colleagues and diverse clientele. I have amassed knowledge regarding specific import/export regulations, letters of credit, government inspection processes and transportation of cargo (
FTL/
LTL, air/ocean, rail, and oversized freight), including the art of communication as a Literacy Coach and Professor. I am highly efficient in Microsoft Office and have excellent working knowledge of the
internet. I am
collaborative , pragmatic , have high energy am a native English speaker with fluency in Serbian/Bosnian, and knowledge of French and Macedonian.
Employment History
Aug 2006 – present:Literacy Coach / Special Educator
Dolton, IL, United States
Academy for Learning
Oct 2008 – Feb 2011:Adjunct Professor Marketing / Business Law
Merrillville, IN, United States
Brown Mackie College
Jun 1999 – Oct 2000:Customer Service Supervisor/Sales Management Coordinator
Bensenville, IL, United States
SBS Worldwide Inc.
Nov 1998 – Jun 1999:Sales Coordinator / Customer Service Representative
Elk Grove Village , IL, United States
Panalpina Inc.
Feb 1997 – Nov 1998:Special Account Analyst
Bensenville, IL, United States
MSAS (Exel) Inc.
Oct 1996 – Feb 1997:Office Manager
Schaumburg, IL, United States
Kay Jewelers
Apr 1995 – Oct 1996:International Trade Specialist
Vernon Hills, IL, United States
Washburn International
Jun 1994 – Apr 1995:Air Export Clerk
Elk Grove Village, IL, United States
Dan Transport
Education / Qualifications
BA North Park University Graduated: June 1994 Grade: 3.2
Chicago, IL, United States
MBA North Park University Graduated: June 1996 Grade: 3.8
Chicago, IL, United States
MSEd Indiana University Northwest Graduated: June 2006 Grade: 4.0
Gary, IN, United States
MEd. Purdue University - Calumet Graduated: Currently Enrolled Grade: 4.0
Hammond, IN, United States
Skills Summary
Experienced in all logistics functions including production planning, inventory management, customer service, forecasting, transportation and distribution.
Developed business and supply chain understanding with different accomplishments in logistics, sales, and business analysis.
Project Management / Forecasting skills
New Business Development
Key Account Management
Revenue /
P&
L Warehouse and Operations
Fleet Management
International traffic department (air,ocean,rail, ground)
Customs Regulations
Vendor / Agency relations
Project / Program Management/Leadership
Business / Client Strategic Plan
Communication / Negotiations
Market Growth / Retention
Educational Leadership / Professor
Skills
Name
Proficiency
Microsoft Access
Intermediate
Microsoft Outlook
Advanced
Typing
Advanced
Internet
Advanced
Microsoft Publisher
Advanced
Microsoft Powerpoint
Expert
Microsoft Excel
Expert
Microsoft Word
Expert
Languages
Name
Proficiency
Macedonian
Beginner
Russian
Beginner
Bosnian
Fluent
French
Beginner
English
Native
Serbian
Fluent
Immigration / Work Status
United States – Citizen
Canada – Citizen
Awards / Achievements
Educational Grant
Hobbies / Interests
International travel, ethnic dance (Eastern European), music, dancing, playing my accordian, singing, zumba fitness classes, reading, cooking, baking, networking professionally / socially
