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Katherine Gundling

Katherine Gundling

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Manager, Ramp Up Logistics at Mercedes-Benz U.S. International, Inc.

  • Education

    • University of Alabama

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      Bachelor of Science Commerce and Business Administration; Operations Management

      Activities and Societies: Society of Operations Management Students - Member, August 2011-May 2013 The Association for Operations Management - Member, August 2011-May 2013 READ Alabama, January 2012-May 2012; Habitat for Humanity, September 2011; Tuscaloosa Tornado Relief, April-May 2011; C.A.R.E. Clinic March 2010 Relevant Course WorkStatistical Quality Control, Fall 2011; Operations Information Technology, Fall 2011; Purchasing and Sourcing, Fall 2012;Introduction to Management Science, Spring 2012; Production Planning and Control, Spring 2012

    • Heidelberg High School

      2003 - 2006

      Activities and Societies: Student Government Association; Future Business Leaders of America; Future Educators of America; German Honor Society; AVID Tutor; ROTC; Junior Varsity Cheerleading; Varsity Cheerleading; MVP for Varsity Cheerleading Team - 2006

  • Experience

    • University of Alabama

      May 2009 - May 2013

      Conducted community CPR/AED classes to better prepare people in the case of emergenciesInstructed lifeguarding classes and recertify staff prior to the expiration of their current certificationsImplemented new ways to manage staff certifications Handled operating procedures for the facilityManaged lifeguards and support staff that are on dutyMaintained customer support by educating new employees and always considering the customers when making decisions

      • Lifeguard Instructor Supervisor

        Mar 2011 - May 2013

      • Supervisor/ Building Manager UA Aquatic Center

        May 2009 - Aug 2012

    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

      May 2012 - Aug 2012
      Management Intern

      Assisted with managing a fleet of 385 vehiclesStrengthened communication and interpersonal skills by providing exceptional service to customers and corporate clientsContributed to all areas of the Management Trainee program including Sales, Marketing, Business Operations, and Fleet Management

    • Altria

      May 2013 - Jun 2014
      Territory Sales Manager

      Managed 3 operating companies in my territory including Phillip Morris, Unites States Smokeless Tobacco, and John MiddeltonContacted 125 stores per month to discuss new products and servicesAnalyzed and reported on monthly customer activity, business trends, and areas of concernConsulted with clients after contract signings to resolve problems and provide ongoing supportMaintained knowledge of current sales, promotions, and policies regarding payments

    • SWJ-Breilmann US, LLC

      Nov 2014 - Jun 2015
      Project Management Support

    • Mercedes-Benz U.S. International, Inc.

      Jun 2015 - now

      • Manager, Ramp Up Logistics

        Jul 2022 - now

      • Manager, Material Planning

        Sept 2021 - Jul 2022

      • Project Management Specialist

        Jan 2020 - Sept 2021

      • Material Planning Specialist

        Jun 2015 - Jan 2020

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • American Red Cross CPR/ AED Instructor

      American Red Cross
      Mar 2011

    • American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor

      American Red Cross
      Mar 2011

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Katherine Gundling
      UA Student Employee of the Year Nominee The University of Alabama Apr 2013 Each year, The University of Alabama employs over 4000 students in on-campus jobs. Students are nominated by their supervisors for the title of Student Employee of the Year. I was honored to be nominated by my supervisors for this award and to be considered as 1 of the 54 that made it through to the final nomination round.

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Executive Vice President

      Issued by The Junior League on Jun 2025
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    • VAT Member

      Issued by United Way of West Alabama on May 2023
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    • Teaching Volunteer

      Issued by Junior Achievement USA on Aug 2022
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    • Executive Vice President Elect

      Issued by The Junior League on May 2024
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    • Vice President of Administration

      Issued by The Junior League on May 2023
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    • Placement Chair

      Issued by The Junior League on May 2022
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    • On Site Coordinator

      Issued by Habitat for Humanity on May 2022
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    • Assistant Placement Chair

      Issued by The Junior League on May 2021
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    • Provisional

      Issued by The Junior League on Aug 2020
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    • Mentor

      Issued by Read Alabama on Jan 2012
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    • Volunteer

      Issued by Habitat for Humanity on Sept 2011
      Habitat for HumanityAssociated with Katherine Gundling