As the Director of Planning and Inventory at AMES, a leading manufacturer of lawn and garden tools, I lead a team of 20 professionals in the demand and supply planning, inventory control, and distribution operations for over 3000 SKUs across multiple locations. I have over 15 years of experience in supply chain management, with a focus on optimizing processes, reducing costs, and improving service levels.My core competencies include S&OP management, SAP, Infor LN, and Oracle WMS, which I use to design, implement, and monitor data-driven solutions for planning and inventory challenges. I also have a strong background in GS1, GDSN, and standards development, which enables me to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, such as suppliers, customers, and industry associations. I hold an MBA and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Western Governors University, and I am passionate about continuous improvement and innovation in the manufacturing sector.