Katie Davis Resume Sept 2024

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KATIE DAVIS

(832) 797-5394 | katiedavis416@gmail.com | Houston, TX | linkedin.com/in/katiedavis416

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Results-driven logistics leader with a proven track record in optimizing complex global supply chains within the energy sector over
11 years. Expertise in managing and streamlining marine, rail, and truck transportation. Demonstrated ability to reduce costs, enhance
operational efficiency, and ensure on-time delivery. A proven leader possessing a deep understanding of business needs acquired
through various supply chain roles, I effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive process improvement. Proficient in
leveraging SAP/ERP systems to optimize logistics operations.

EDUCATION

Texas A&M University - College Station
Bachelor's, Supply Chain Management

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

September 2009 - June 2013
Tenaris
Sourcing and Order Acceptance Leader
Houston, TX
May 2022 - Present
• Managed execution of key accounts with 20k mTon/month by orchestrating close collaboration between production, logistic,
and commercial teams.
• Sustained 100% compliance by prioritizing customer OTD, implementing demand planning strategies, and coordinating
sourcing efforts with 7 US based and 4 international manufacturing mills.
• Reported relevant metrics and KPIs to supply chain and commercial senior management.
Logistics Leader - Freight & Forwarding
April 2020 - May 2022
• Led the execution of railcar shipments across North America, serving as the primary rail logistics contact for transloaders and
customers.
• Reduced detention & demurrage costs by implementing strategic transshipment plans, managing export customs, and
collaborating with transloading terminals to ensure operational efficiency.
• Achieved significant cost savings by optimizing trucking intake capacity while regularly presenting KPIs to track performance
and efficiency.
Logistics Leader – Bay City Yard
January 2019 - April 2020
• Achieved continuous operational coverage for 24/7 business needs by implementing strategic scheduling and resource
allocation to optimize yard operations.
• Set a new benchmark in shipping capacity for the Bay City mill achieving 37k mton/month by exercising strong leadership
over a team of 8 across 3 facilities, while optimizing inbound and outbound truck operations.
• Implemented RFID technology in the shipping process to ensure the right product is delivered to the right place at the right
time while recognizing invoicing in SAP.
Port Logistics Senior Analyst - Freight & Forwarding
September 2016 - January 2019
• Streamlined outbound operations to achieve reduced lead times by fostering collaboration among stevedores, port terminals,
transloaders, and trucking carriers.
• Achieved seamless multi-modal logistics by scheduling & billing railcar shipments directly with multiple class-I rail operators
including BNSF, UP, CN, and Norfolk Southern.
• Improved marine operational efficiency for vessels transporting bulk materials by developing discharge plans that prioritized
key materials.
• Implemented inventory controls to reduce aging stock by 30%, prioritizing FIFO at third party yards.
Logistics Analyst - Third Party Yards
June 2014 - September 2016
• Acted as the central point of contact for all US third-party yards, driving collaboration among teams to streamline logistics and
inventory operations.
• Achieved SOX compliance by conducting thorough cycle counts and reconciliation across 12 third-party yards within 5 states,
ensuring inventory accuracy and preventing loss.
• Recognized invoicing accuracy at consignment yards by utilizing SAP for post process functions.
Order Management & Execution Analyst
June 2013 - June 2014
• Facilitated a successful SAP implementation to modernize order management practices at the facility by collaborating with IT
and operations teams to ensure system integration.
• Utilized SAP and JDE to dress orders and meet technical requirements for premium products.
• Prevented production delays by implementing effective inventory management strategies for consumables and maintaining
optimal safety stock levels.
• Acquired extensive technical and business knowledge through 500 hours of training courses and a month abroad, graduating
from the Tenaris Global Trainee program.
SKILLS
Skills: SAP, Demand Planning, Rail Logistics, Freight Forwarding, Railcar Routing & Billing, Vessel Operations, Inventory
Management, Third Party Yard Management, Leadership, ERP, MRP, Microsoft Office Suite, Order Management, JD Edwards,
Reconciliation, Power BI, API Audit, Transportation Management System, Import/Export