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Manage several supplier programs for hotels and internal customers. Excel in improved reporting and analytic process, improving internal relationships in other departments, and contract creation and negotiation. Categories include Print and Document strategy, uniforms, branded collateral, disposables, office supplies.

Managed several cross-business unit programs for internal customers, supplier and contract management. Create/execute RFP process, on board new suppliers. Subject matter expert for analytical tools.

Led analytics for entire Local Produce sales and sourcing team; program trends, industry knowledge, inventory levels, sales strategy, and presentations.

Executed demographic specific produce program for Walmart. • Weekly quotes, monthly store visits to regional stores, inventory management, customer service, and analytics

Managed four employees on new business analyst and inventory management process for fresh produce for Walmart. • Led analysis for the Potato and Onion, and Truck Vegetable categories

Lead sourcing and inventory teams with coordination, hands on execution, development, and daily analysis

Operated sourcing and inventory management strategies for retail customers purchasing fresh produce.• Managed daily inventory, and purchasing operations for citrus and berries categories.