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Alex Zenebe

San Diego

Summary

Dynamic Project Manager with a proven track record at CBINE CORP, enhancing supply chain transparency and achieving a 25% increase in stock accuracy. Adept in budget management and stakeholder engagement, I drive process improvements and foster collaboration to optimize operational efficiency and profitability. Skilled in both Agile methodologies and strategic problem-solving. Forward-thinking project management specialist confident in leading team members, managing schedules and coordinating resources. Keeps projects on-track with decisive supervision and quick problem-solving. Persuasive in communicating and negotiating with internal team members, vendors and other stakeholders. Tech-savvy Project Manager well-versed in various aspects of project management from inception to completion. Expertise in recruitment and talent acquisition. Committed to consistently meeting or exceeding expectations.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Project Manager / Executive Consulting Start-Up

CBINE CORP
Los Angeles
11.2014 - Current
  • Streamlined an Inventory Control System that increased stock accuracy by 25% and reduced carrying costs by 15% through targeted inventory management.
  • Led the deployment of global logistics analytics, improving supply chain transparency and reducing lead times by 20% through data-driven insights.
  • Drove process improvements in Cost and Profit/Loss analysis, optimizing financial reporting and contributing to a 10% rise in profit margins.
  • Conducted thorough assessments of 3PL arrangements, resulting in a 12% decrease in transportation costs and enhanced service reliability.
  • Negotiated favorable contracts with clients and suppliers, achieving a 15% reduction in costs for essential supplies while sustaining strong partnerships.

Branch Manager II

The Hertz Corporation
03.2016 - 04.2023
  • Collaborated with the senior management teams of Uber and Lyft at Hertz to implement OOS, ODC, and ECC control systems, enhancing operational efficiency and ensuring regulatory compliance.
  • Successfully tracked and managed independent projects, creating comprehensive Lesson Learned Documents that drove continuous improvement and operational excellence.
  • Developed and implemented a Fleet Quality Assurance and Efficient Fleet Utilization Control System utilizing PMI principles, leading to a significant increase in fleet performance and customer satisfaction.
  • Managed high-volume customer service operations, consistently meeting service level targets and earning recognition as Employee of the Month by the regional manager for outstanding performance.
  • Conducted thorough risk assessments and evaluations for both TNC and HLE, collaborating with key stakeholders from Uber and Lyft to share insights, progress, and best practices, thereby strengthening business partnerships.

Supply Chain Manager (Consulting Start Up)

Sunrise Beverages
Los Angeles
11.2014 - 10.2018
  • Implemented an Inventory Control System.
  • Provided oversight on implementing global logistics analytics.
  • Lead process improvement on Cost and Profit/Loss analysis-design.
  • Review assessment of 3PL arrangement.
  • Negotiate with clients and suppliers for the company essentials.
  • Developing Project Risk Analysis & Request for Proposals (RFP).

Inventory Control Dept/Retail & Quick Ship Manager

Hannibal Industries
Los Angeles
04.2013 - 10.2015
  • Spearheaded a comprehensive inventory reduction strategy, decreasing storage costs from $50 million to $1.5 million, significantly optimizing resource allocation.
  • Developed and implemented advanced inventory management solutions utilizing Microsoft Dynamics AX, enhancing accuracy and efficiency across operations.
  • Led the development of a seamless workflow strategy, ensuring a problem-free and worry-free environment through meticulous oversight and process improvement.
  • Designed and constructed an OSHA-compliant warehouse from the ground up, prioritizing safety, efficiency, and scalability to support long-term business growth.
  • Built and led high-performance teams for various projects, fostering collaboration and driving the sales department to achieve a streamlined and efficient delivery method.

Business Systems Analyst

Richardson Consultant
Torrance
04.2008 - 04.2013
  • Integrated BI assets into customer relationship management tasks, improved service personnel's available intelligence.
  • Created data analysis tools to allow teams to query acquired information for unique details.
  • Drafted strategic business intelligence roadmap, complete with data governance policies and tactical information safeguards.
  • Directed implementation of new business intelligence tools, selecting appropriate solutions and aiding in corresponding onboarding processes.
  • Collected data from wide-ranging sources.
  • Developed intelligence-sharing dashboards, providing company-wide access to collected data.
  • Maintained proficiency with the latest database technologies.
  • Designed customized data collection models for specific visualization tasks.
  • Liaised with the DevOps team to integrate business intelligence assets into future development lifecycles.
  • Optimized BI reporting capabilities for a secure server environment.
  • Improved data gathering, analysis, and visualization procedures with strategic optimizations.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced atmosphere increased company revenue by 26%

Education

Master of Business Administration -

Walden University
Minneapolis, MN
12-2014

Bachelor of Science - Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management

California State University, Dominguez Hills

Skills

  • Leadership and communication
  • Problem-solving and adaptability
  • Time management and prioritization
  • Project planning and scheduling
  • Budget and risk management
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Agile and waterfall methodologies

Related Experience

  • Project Manager / Executive Consulting Start-Up, CBINE CORP, Los Angeles, CA, 11/01/14, Current, Streamlined an Inventory Control System that increased stock accuracy by 25% and reduced carrying costs by 15% through targeted inventory management., Led the deployment of global logistics analytics, improving supply chain transparency and reducing lead times by 20% through data-driven insights., Drove process improvements in Cost and Profit/Loss analysis, optimizing financial reporting and contributing to a 10% rise in profit margins., Conducted thorough assessments of 3PL arrangements, resulting in a 12% decrease in transportation costs and enhanced service reliability., Negotiated favorable contracts with clients and suppliers, achieving a 15% reduction in costs for essential supplies while sustaining strong partnerships.
  • Branch Manager II, The Hertz Corporation, Los Angeles, CA, 03/01/16, 04/01/23, Collaborated with the senior management teams of Uber and Lyft at Hertz to implement OOS, ODC, and ECC control systems, enhancing operational efficiency and ensuring regulatory compliance., Successfully tracked and managed independent projects, creating comprehensive Lesson Learned Documents that drove continuous improvement and operational excellence., Developed and implemented a Fleet Quality Assurance and Efficient Fleet Utilization Control System utilizing PMI principles, leading to a significant increase in fleet performance and customer satisfaction., Managed high-volume customer service operations, consistently meeting service level targets and earning recognition as Employee of the Month by the regional manager for outstanding performance., Conducted thorough risk assessments and evaluations for both TNC and HLE, collaborating with key stakeholders from Uber and Lyft to share insights, progress, and best practices, thereby strengthening business partnerships.
  • Inventory Control Dept/Retail & Quick Ship Manager, Hannibal Industries, Los Angeles, CA, 04/01/13, 10/01/15, Spearheaded a comprehensive inventory reduction strategy, decreasing storage costs from $50 million to $1.5 million, significantly optimizing resource allocation., Developed and implemented advanced inventory management solutions utilizing Microsoft Dynamics AX, enhancing accuracy and efficiency across operations., Led the development of a seamless workflow strategy, ensuring a problem-free and worry-free environment through meticulous oversight and process improvement., Designed and constructed an OSHA-compliant warehouse from the ground up, prioritizing safety, efficiency, and scalability to support long-term business growth., Built and led high-performance teams for various projects, fostering collaboration and driving the sales department to achieve a streamlined and efficient delivery method.
  • Business Systems Analyst, Richardson Consultant, Torrance, CA, 04/01/08, 04/01/13, Integrated BI assets into customer relationship management tasks, improved service personnel's available intelligence., Created data analysis tools to allow teams to query acquired information for unique details., Drafted strategic business intelligence roadmap, complete with data governance policies and tactical information safeguards., Directed implementation of new business intelligence tools, selecting appropriate solutions and aiding in corresponding onboarding processes., Collected data from wide-ranging sources., Developed intelligence-sharing dashboards, providing company-wide access to collected data., Maintained proficiency with the latest database technologies., Designed customized data collection models for specific visualization tasks., Liaised with the DevOps team to integrate business intelligence assets into future development lifecycles., Optimized BI reporting capabilities for a secure server environment., Improved data gathering, analysis, and visualization procedures with strategic optimizations., Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced atmosphere increased company revenue by 26%.
  • Supply Chain Manager (Consulting Start Up), Sunrise Beverages, Los Angeles, CA, 11/01/14, 10/01/18, Implemented an Inventory Control System., Provided oversight on implementing global logistics analytics., Led process improvement on Cost and Profit/Loss analysis-design., Reviewed assessment of 3PL arrangement., Negotiated with clients and suppliers for the company essentials., Developed Project Risk Analysis & Request for Proposals (RFP).

Languages

English
Professional
Amharic
Professional
Arabic
Elementary

Timeline

Branch Manager II

The Hertz Corporation
03.2016 - 04.2023

Project Manager / Executive Consulting Start-Up

CBINE CORP
11.2014 - Current

Supply Chain Manager (Consulting Start Up)

Sunrise Beverages
11.2014 - 10.2018

Inventory Control Dept/Retail & Quick Ship Manager

Hannibal Industries
04.2013 - 10.2015

Business Systems Analyst

Richardson Consultant
04.2008 - 04.2013

Master of Business Administration -

Walden University

Bachelor of Science - Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management

California State University, Dominguez Hills
Alex Zenebe