career objective                              

accomplished, results-driven industrial engineer eager to contribute superior project management skills toward supporting the employer in optimizing operational performance

profile                                                  

ø  offer more than three years of progressive engineering and project management experience with expertise in cost control, operational performance, and sourcing negotiations

ø  effectively analyze procedures to coordinate workflow and human resources for optimal coverage while containing labor costs and increasing efficiency; solid record of implementing best practices

ø  establish global product development strategies including securing suppliers and tracking milestones

ø  develop strong, competitive bids that generate high-volume contracts; consistently achieve budget and date targets in a high-pressure, time-sensitive environment

ø  dynamic communication, presentation, negotiation, and relationship management skills

ø  proactive team player equally effective in independent and collaborative environments

ø  proficient in microsoft office including word, excel, powerpoint, and access; visio manufacturing; red prairie; bilingual in spanish and english

professional experience                

toys r us inc, wayne, nj                                                                                                                    8/05 c present

project manager (2/07 c present)

         in recognition of superior performance, steadily progressed within company to achieve managerial position entrusted with oversight of product development and strategic sourcing teams

         effectively develop and implement operational strategies to increase productivity, efficiency, and cost effectivity; maintain constant communication with top management

         actively define sourcing plans, identify and secure suppliers, and design product specifications; participated in direct supplier negotiations in hong kong

         built innovative database to monitor overall performance including trending, cost identification, and international vendor relations

industrial engineer manger    (8/05 c 2/07)

         successfully increased distribution center productivity by 35% through implementing best practices and performance tracking program

         performed roi analysis, streamlined procedures, and redesigned engineering standards; actively trained managers and staff

         generated supporting materials including distribution and logistics tools

 

barnes and noble dc, monroe, nj                                                                                                         2/05 c 8/05

industrial engineer intern

         proposed improvements on workstation layouts to increase efficiency and associate performance

         created distribution center operational flowcharts

education                                           

new jersey institute of technology, newark, nj                                                                                                             2006

master of science: industrial engineering, emphasis on project management

 

industrial college of santander, colombia                                                                                                                      1996

bachelor of science: industrial engineering

~ credentials/certifications~

fundamentals of packaging technology certification, institute of packaging professionals, orlando, fl                      2008           

activities                                            

magazine editor, institute of industrial engineers (iie)
active member, national association of professional women (napw)

member, society of women engineers (swe)

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dear__________________:

 

i am currently seeking a challenging career opportunity in an industrial engineering capacity and am submitting my resume for your review.  in advance, thank you for your time and consideration.

 

as demonstrated in the accompanying resume, my professional qualifications include extensive experience in project management within a major corporation.  i excel at improving operational performance by increasing worker productivity, sourcing appropriate suppliers and negotiating contracts, and implementing best practices.  i have effectively applied my skills and knowledge toward training management and associates on processes and procedures as well as optimizing workflow and labor resources.   to complement this background, i offer a ms in industrial engineering with an emphasis on project management.  additionally, i hold an h-1b visa enabling me to work in the usa.

 

as an employee, you will find me to be a driven team player committed to supporting you in achieving your objectives through superior performance.  i am confident that i could be a valuable asset to your firm, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future.

 

sincerely,

carolina angarita