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Chicago, Il, Us

Oversaw and directed efforts to streamline supply chain operations while identifying and developing new distribution networks. Cultivated and fostered strong working relationships with key client decision-makers and national account sales representatives to drive performance and productivity improvement and achieve organizational goals.Key Contributions:* Spearheaded the seamless transition of seven products through the supply chain by coordinating with Home Depot supply chain contacts and USG plants, resulting in USG being awarded a high-value, nationwide remodeling project from Home Depot in recognition for superior performance and success.* Captured add-on revenue streams by partnering with Home Depot and securing buy-in to distribute USG Durock across three bulk distribution centers, supporting USG product placement in an additional 370 Home Depot stores.* Held full accountability for creating detailed, cross-functional project plans, supporting new product distribution.* Drove supply chain optimization and managed expectations by maintaining open and ongoing communications with national account sales team members and customers to share new information, risks, and expectations.* Analyzed and assessed distribution network operations and results to assess performance and identify areas for improvement to ensure expectations were met.* Served as the lead project manager on a nationwide new product launch, securing senior staff buy-in and commitment to deliver on key milestones on time and within budget.

Chicago, Il, Us

Managed all phases of high-profile product launch projects while leading efforts to define and implement network-wide logistics improvements. Developed and executed project plans, communicated progress to project board members, and served as liaison to primary stakeholders across the manufacturing, marketing, and logistics departments.Key Contributions:* Engaged 14 manufacturing facilities during a three phase project to introduce UltraLightweight All Purpose to Home Depot in under a year.* Enhanced customer experience and satisfaction and reduced lead time to market by leading a logistics reorganization for ceiling products.* Managed the distribution portion of a project to launch patch and repair kits in 15 new markets with 178 Home Depot stores.

Chicago, Il, Us

Built strong working relationships with internal business partners and client staff to optimize distribution network operations. Drafted and delivered monthly reports to senior management, detailing updates and emerging industry trends to support the decision-making process.Key Contributions:* Captured raw material cost savings of 10-15% annually by developing an annual cost forecast process, driving improved cost visibility to other USG divisions and partnering with suppliers to identify mutually beneficial cost improvements.* Reduced material contract shortfall penalties 50% by working with client staff to sell excess material in external markets and leading distribution network initiatives during supplier closures.* Cut working capital impact 15% annually through successful supplier contract negotiations and reducing inventory at select facilities.* Optimized distribution network performance by building relationships with internal and external business partners.* Drafted and delivered comprehensive monthly reports to senior management to enable informed decision-making and ensure strategy met overall corporate goals.

Chicago, Il, Us

Analyzed financial data to support the sales and marketing departments and utilized findings to create annual and monthly sales forecasts and identify business development opportunities. Conducted product profitability evaluations and pricing analysis to ensure optimal product mix offered to each customer.Key Contributions:* Improved the overall decision-making process by designing a ceilings and building systems scorecard.* Streamlined the reporting process, eliminating redundant reporting and increasing analysts’ effectiveness by teaming with sales and marketing management to reduce the number of reports generated.

Chicago, Il, Us

Held full accountability for managing investment activities and monitoring capital markets to assist the Assistant Treasurer and Treasurer in managing the company’s financial assets. Key Contributions:* Led efforts to manage internal hedging programs and develop recommendations to optimize returns.* Teamed with cash managers in overseeing cash management and systems development initiatives, including working with our bank contacts to centralize distribution centers depository system resulting in increased cash flow.

Chicago, Il, Us

Championed process improvement to expedite the flow of information from plants to headquarters by designing, implementing, and enforcing the use of cost estimate program. Key Contributions:* Built cross-functional relationships, enabling the delivery of accurate and timely cost reports to senior management staff. * Coordinated and facilitated the transfer of international cost reports to overseas USG plant controllers, enabling plants to make cost decisions in a more timely-manner.

Chicago, Il, Us

Provided fiscal and treasury support to ensure operating goals were met. Created a cost spreadsheet, incorporating specialty products to alert plant controllers of exceptions. Managed material receipts, specialty cost allocation, product buildup, and inventory adjustments to ensure proper accounting procedures were in place. Completed AP and payroll training.

Master Of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Finance And International Business

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Accounting

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