• Led reduction of finished goods inventory by 27% through analysis of existing production scheduling process and design and implementation of pull production scheduling for specific packaging formats• Achieved an 11.5% cost reduction in inbound transportation and logistics expenses by identifying and engaging alternative carriers • Developed a seasonal demand planning framework, transitioning from reactive production to proactive demand forecasting, leveraging historical… Show more • Led reduction of finished goods inventory by 27% through analysis of existing production scheduling process and design and implementation of pull production scheduling for specific packaging formats• Achieved an 11.5% cost reduction in inbound transportation and logistics expenses by identifying and engaging alternative carriers • Developed a seasonal demand planning framework, transitioning from reactive production to proactive demand forecasting, leveraging historical seasonal trends and projected sales growth/distributor expansion Show less

• Initiated and directed ERP implementation program for distribution operations, enhancing accuracy and efficiency of 300 daily work orders in large part through the adoption of warehouse scanning processes • Cultivated robust vendor partnerships covering sourcing, procurement, inbound logistics, return management, and AP approval with over 60 vendors across diverse product categories• Implemented process for employing adaptive demand… Show more • Initiated and directed ERP implementation program for distribution operations, enhancing accuracy and efficiency of 300 daily work orders in large part through the adoption of warehouse scanning processes • Cultivated robust vendor partnerships covering sourcing, procurement, inbound logistics, return management, and AP approval with over 60 vendors across diverse product categories• Implemented process for employing adaptive demand forecasting in conjunction with JIT manufacturing for 4th quarter holiday categories, minimizing out-of-stocks while reducing end-of- season shrink by 65% Show less

• Directed sales and operational growth from $500,000 to $28 million in annual revenue • Led 35 team members across transportation, warehousing, purchasing, and sales groups ensuring an effective, cross-functional environment to drive efficiency, cost-savings, and customer satisfaction• Effectively developed and communicated operational and financial KPIs to executive team members, enabling informed decision-making and development of strategic planning initiatives.

• Issued control instructions to aircraft to ensure safe, orderly, and expeditious flow of air traffic through the national airspace system in a highly collaborative cross-functional environment