Ashley Paulson Email & Phone Number

Denver, Colorado, United States

As the Senior Sales Operations Analyst at Ardent Mills, I empower our Sales team to achieve their KPI goals through strategic data analysis and effective Salesforce management. I train the Sales team to use tools with empathy, creating an inclusive environment where questions are welcomed.For my main project, I partnered with Salesforce IT Product Owner to successfully redeveloped Salesforce to better align with our business needs. This involved: Redesigning Object Functionalities, Prioritizing Enhancements, Creating Training Programs and Incentives, and Data Management.I am passionate about optimizing sales processes. I thrive in dynamic environments where human connection, data, and technology intersect. I’m dedicated to driving growth and ensuring our sales operations are not just efficient, but also impactful.

Denver, Colorado

In my role as Key Account Manager at Ardent Mills, I focus on cultivating strong relationships with a diverse portfolio of customers to drive business growth and acquire new clients. By collaborating cross-functionally, I leverage our network to optimize profitability for both new and existing sales. Side projects included: created sales onboarding training modules, SME for Vault and Salesforce, was a resource for sales team on relevant software applications.

Chattanooga, Tennessee Area

As a Quality Manager I collaborated with customers, sales, and technical service to create exemplary customer relationships, which leaded to improved plant processes and customer satisfaction. Key Achievements:Successfully captured new business for the Chattanooga mill by creating a functional flour mix for the customer. Capitalized on four different types of wheat by applying knowledge of plant processing and technical flour performance to optimize cost savings while delivering high quality product. Managed three Lab Technicians and the Assistant Quality Manager, as well as provided guidance to the Elevator Manager, Sanitation Lead, and Production Supervisor to ensure First Pass Quality. Successfully achieved an AA BRC rating each year. Reconstructed the laboratory, implementing 5S techniques and purchased or repaired equipment to allocate back up instrumentation to mitigate processing downtime. Nominated and received the Ardent Mills Leadership Award for the second time

Macon, Georgia Area

Used technical skills to optimize cost savings by establishing low cost, high functioning wheat blends while meeting customer specifications. Managed four direct reports to maintain effective sanitation practices and integrated pest management. Trained customers on effective sanitation programs and maintenance to reduce quality and food safety incidents. Used 5S to revamp the lab as well as perform maintenance and calibrations on lab equipment to ensure effective product release. Nominated and received the Ardent Mills Leadership Award.

Saginaw, Texas

Supported Quality Managers role such such as maintaining accuracy of all lab equipment, conducting COA process management, and food safety and quality audits. Assumed leadership roles and projects outside of the QM function: engagement team, shelf life study, and SAP troubleshooting expert.

Blacksburg, Virginia

Harvested and fabricated swine and cattle for research projects and campus consumption.

Smithfield, Virginia

Worked with quality team to educate and better prevent quality defects. Worked on several product improvement projects with the R&D team. Researched microbial interventions in formula for control of Listeria species.

Ganghwa-Gun, Incheon, Korea

Summers 2001-2007, Winters 2004, 2009, 2010Designed lesson plans and taught English to Korean students.