Kenneth Carpenter
About Kenneth Carpenter
Kenneth Carpenter is a data entry professional in the Logistics Department at Spectrum Brands, Inc., with a background in accounting, finance, and office support. He has developed expertise in Microsoft Excel and data integration, contributing to various roles in logistics and administration since 2016.
Work at Spectrum Brands
Kenneth Carpenter currently holds the position of Data Entry in the Logistics Department at Spectrum Brands, Inc. He has been with the company since 2021, contributing to various logistical operations. His responsibilities include entering carrier invoices into the Ratelinx portal for third-party freight companies and monitoring changes in SSL portals that are not captured through EDI for containers with past due estimated times of arrival (ETAs). Additionally, he is responsible for ensuring the accuracy of ETAs for inbound vessels in the GT Nexus system.
Previous Experience in Accounting and Finance
Before joining Spectrum Brands, Kenneth Carpenter worked at Global Conductor as an Accounting & Finance Office Assistant from 2019 to 2021. In this role, he gained experience in financial operations while based in Garden Grove, California. His earlier experience includes a position at Sears as a Backroom/Sales Associate from 2018 to 2019, where he worked for four months in Long Beach, California. He also completed office support training at Eastridge Workforce Solutions in 2016 and 2017.
Education and Expertise
Kenneth Carpenter studied at Long Beach City College, where he earned an Associate of Science degree in Business Information Worker from 2019 to 2023. He also attended California State University, Long Beach, achieving a Bachelor of Arts degree in English with a Creative Writing Option from 2011 to 2016. His expertise includes utilizing Microsoft Excel for data tracking and analysis, with a focus on improving v-lookup skills and consolidating worksheets.
Data Management Skills
In his current role at Spectrum Brands, Kenneth Carpenter is involved in data management tasks that require attention to detail and accuracy. He uploads milestones into GT Nexus (Infor Nexus) to ensure proper data integration with SAP. His responsibilities also include monitoring changes in SSL portals and ensuring that all data related to inbound vessels is accurately reflected in the GTN system.