Merrill Rumba
About Merrill Rumba
Merrill Rumba is an Area Operations Manager at Amazon Logistics and has a diverse educational background in Mass Communication, Academic Advising, and Elementary Education. He also serves as an Independent Sales Representative for Avon and has experience in academic advising at Purdue University.
Work at Amazon Logistics
Merrill Rumba has served as an Area Operations Manager at Amazon Logistics since 2017. In this role, he oversees operational processes and ensures efficiency within the logistics framework. His responsibilities include managing teams, optimizing workflows, and implementing strategies to enhance service delivery in the Jacksonville, Florida area.
Education and Expertise
Merrill Rumba holds a Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication/Media Studies from Saint Joseph's College in Rensselaer, IN, which he completed from 1991 to 1995. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Arts in Elementary Education and Teaching from the University of South Florida between 2002 and 2005. Additionally, he earned a Graduate Certificate in Academic Advising from Kansas State University from 2007 to 2010.
Current Roles and Responsibilities
In addition to his position at Amazon Logistics, Merrill Rumba works as an Independent Sales Representative for Avon since 2015 in Callahan, FL. He also serves as the Coordinator of Academic Planning at Florida State College at Jacksonville, a role he has held since 2014. His work in these positions involves coordinating academic programs and supporting sales initiatives.
Previous Experience at Purdue University
Before his current roles, Merrill Rumba worked as an Academic Advisor at Purdue University from 2007 to 2014. In this capacity, he provided guidance to students on academic planning and course selection, contributing to their educational success.
Certification and Coaching
Merrill Rumba is certified as a speaker, trainer, and coach with The John Maxwell Team. This certification reflects his commitment to personal development and his ability to motivate and guide others in their professional journeys.