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Katherine Kuhlman

Acworth,GA

Summary

To obtain a leadership position, in which my experience and training in trade compliance, tariff management, logistics, supply chain, data management, and process enhancements will make significant, long-term contributions to a company, while achieving significant personal and professional growth and advancement.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Logistics Analyst

Murata Electronics, N.A.
10.2019 - Current
  • Primary point of contact for all global and North American TARIFF related activities and issues company-wide.
  • Advised VP's and senior management of three product divisions on tariff matters and tariff KPI metrics
  • Onboarded custom EDI process and implemented native logistics database to automate logistics data handling and processes
  • Maintained logistics cost and lead time data to target areas of improvement
  • Delivered training on internal tariff policies and procedures across the company.
  • Coordinated Murata's tariff mitigation program, advising senior sales management on global tariff impacts to the company, and to end customers. This resulted in reversing a tariff-related monthly loss of $3M, achieving break-even, and ultimately generating a profit of $.5M per month.
  • Managed internal tariff mitigation processes across all departments. Led the internal tariff reform, successfully automating the billing process and cutting manual workload by over 50%.
  • Implemented and managed Murata's first duty drawback program, securing $5.09M in tariff refunds from U.S. Customs for the company.

Admin Assistant to General Manager

Murata Electronics, N.A.
01.2016 - 10.2019
  • Supported senior management by performing comprehensive administrative duties and facilitating all facility management activities.
  • Managed the purchase and maintenance of administrative and operational supplies for the facility.
  • Maintained and serviced a portfolio of customer accounts as a Sales Planner, coordinating activities between other sales planners and factories.
  • Broadened role to include data standardization and advanced analytics projects, and improved processes for data collection efficiency.
  • Developed global data dashboards aiding key management in making informed business decisions, enhancing lead time, warehouse efficiency, and reducing outbound logistics costs.
  • Coordinated Section 301 Tariff Exclusion Reimbursement Project, contributing to a $4.3M refund by U.S. Customs.

Hospital Manager

South Forsyth Animal Hospital
07.2007 - 01.2016
  • Led recruitment, hiring, training, and performance management for clinical technicians, interns, and administrative staff.
  • Developed protocols for process improvements and established administrative office procedures.
  • Oversaw hospital inventories, managing medication orders along with clinical and office supplies.
  • Engaged with clients directly to resolve issues and maintain strong client relationships.
  • Conducted training sessions for hospital staff on new medical records software, facilitating the transition from paper to digital systems.
  • Directed, supervised and evaluated work activities of medical, nursing, technical, clerical and maintenance team.

Education

Advanced Microsoft Excel -

Georgia Institute of Technology
Atlanta, GA
01.2019

BS - Psychology

Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA
01.2012

Associate of Science - Science

Georgia Perimeter College
Dunwoody, GA
01.2010

Skills

  • Global and local project coordination
  • Experience with ERP and analytic supply chain reporting
  • Project management and process optimization
  • Onboarding and system implementation skills
  • Client relations management
  • Tariff mitigation strategies
  • Strong written and verbal communication
  • Strategic issue analysis
  • Harmonized Tariff Codes
  • Digital solutions innovation
  • Global supply chain and logistics
  • Warehouse and transportation operations
  • Adaptable and strong work ethic
  • Critical thinking and results driven
  • Team player

Accomplishments

  • MuRata President's Award "Outstanding Employee" 2019
  • MuRata President's Award "Tariff Exclusion Reimbursement Project" 2020
  • MuRata President's Award "Duty Drawback Program Implementation" 2024

Timeline

Logistics Analyst

Murata Electronics, N.A.
10.2019 - Current

Admin Assistant to General Manager

Murata Electronics, N.A.
01.2016 - 10.2019

Hospital Manager

South Forsyth Animal Hospital
07.2007 - 01.2016

BS - Psychology

Kennesaw State University

Advanced Microsoft Excel -

Georgia Institute of Technology

Associate of Science - Science

Georgia Perimeter College

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