Build and optimize forecasts, tools, and reports to drive business development. Conduct detailed analyses to identify opportunities for improvement, and manage high impact projects across several business units. Create and implement strategic programs as well as inventory management and procurement strategies. Prioritize tasks effectively and leverage business intelligence to enhance overall results.• Managed a $250M annual budget for Broadband, Commercial, Cable, Installation, and Smart Home Services• Created 12 annual forecasts and production plans to align with market trends and future product launches• Designed data-driven purchasing recommendations and monthly forecasts for a $12M annual spend• Improved forecasting accuracy as the Demand Planning Lead, resulting in $20M in savings and better decisions• Boosted forecasting accuracy from 70% to over 85% through quantitative and qualitative techniques with Excel• Instituted a deep dive process to establish SOPs across the team, which optimized efficiency, minimized errors, and slashed the turnaround time for forecast approvals from 3 weeks to 1.5 weeks

Promoted to oversee the supply planning process with a focus on customer service, compliance, quality assurance, and accurate forecasting. Oversaw budgets, inventory, and demand analysis for breweries, distribution centers, and contract partners. Served as a SME in logistics, warehouse, and transportation. Capitalized on opportunities for continuous improvement, and spearheaded data-driven strategies for unprecedented growth and operational excellence.• Utilized Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to increase order fulfillment through cross-functional collaboration• Led a major SAP integration project for a high-volume brewery while overseeing a team of 15 direct reports• Saved $3M in in reduced obsolescence costs in 1 year with a Distributor Forecast Accuracy Program that analyzed and identified underperforming SKUs• Enhanced order fulfillment from 82% to 95% by using network modeling tools to minimize stockouts in the field• Reduced costs significantly and improved company KPIs by championing SOPs and supply chain initiatives• Extracted data from multiple databases and created reports using MS Excel and SAP Business Objectives• Translated data into insights and communicated recommendations to key stakeholders across the globe

Selected to improve the distributor customer service survey results and drive bottom-line growth. Continuously met financial and product supply goals by partnering with the distribution center inventory team and internal stakeholders. Built strong business relationships and drove the program forward to meet deliverables within strict timelines. • Saved over $2.2M each year by minimizing distributor stockouts by at least 34% for the territory• Recognized as top analyst for stockouts 4 times in 1 year based on outstanding performance• Reduced distributor stockouts by 32% after tracking 600 distributors nationwide and providing key data insights• Decreased stockouts in retail and minimized obsolesces through a data-driven approach and attention to detail• Improved distributor accuracy by 35% within 12 months through a new Forecasting Accuracy Program that included forecasting training, data-driven discussions, monthly reports, and team collaboration

Assisted with membership development initiatives including sales and marketing to meet established membership goals. Guided, coached, and trained member companies importing and exporting products globally. Responsible for updating, compiling, and transferring membership contact information from several Excel spreadsheets into an automated online database. Key Accomplishments:o Developed marketing materials and led sales efforts to increase association membership within the region by 35%.

Increased sales while delivering superior customer service by consulting with accounts to identify needs, and then designing individualized solution plans. Remained adaptable to shifting priorities and balanced multiple tasks at a time. Helped customers optimize their operations, minimize costs, and maximize productivity in fast-paced environments.• Achieved an average of 120% to sales quota each year• Managed 300 accounts for diverse sectors, including manufacturing, aerospace, construction, and chemical• Increased revenue from $3M to $7M by working with a consultative, client-centric approach to selling• Consistently maintained 90% and above on quarterly customer satisfaction surveys• Slashed costs by partnering with clients, internal teams, and distribution centers on new processes• Saved $400K by executing numerous lighting solutions

Managed strategic marketing initiatives and projects from concept to completion. Assisted managers in creating, implementing, and placing of new and existing marketing collateral, ensuring all parameters involving timing, budget, legal, and brand standards were met. Worked with and maintained communication regarding ad revisions with outside vendors, advertising agencies, and internal departments. Generated and tracked quarterly budgets.

Established and maintained ongoing business relationships with territory specific brokers through fielding questions by telephone and email. Worked with partners to finalize sales by adhering to timing and compliance standards, developing relationships and assuring small business applications were approved. Partnered with Sales Executives to implement strategic sales and marketing plans to drive sales revenue.