Manage third party supply distribution services and protein tray categories that total over $130M in spend. Consult with Members to build and execute sourcing strategies that improve services and capture cost savings. Execute sourcing strategies via online RF(x) as well as business reviews to ensure Member requirements are being met. Provide Member support regarding manufacturer issues. Lead scorecard process on incumbent suppliers. Manage and monitor contract pricing.

Analyst on the packaging and office supply team focused on supporting third party supply distribution programs.

Member of the eSourcing team. Responsible for rollout of new sourcing process and Jaggaer online sourcing system. Built and managed eRF(x) and online auctions for various company segments. Developed and maintained training documents for both internal and external stakeholders. Provided system support and strategic guidance to sourcing leads during sourcing process.

Buyer for Rolls-Royce Marine North America. Responsible for the daily purchasing process for all indirect categories including construction, tooling, software, and engineering services. Managed direct categories including raw materials, overhauls and machined parts. Helped suppliers navigate the on-boarding process as well as provided support to ensure compliance with required approval documentation. Partnered with multiple divisions including Finance, Operations, Planning and Control, Engineering and Programs to provide supply chain support. Negotiated local supplier contracts as well as coordinated with GCM's to review and update global contracts to achieve cost reduction target. Collaborated with Indirect COE to balance workload and enable Naval to focus on mission critical and high dollar value projects. Exceeded commodity cost savings targets of 5% each year.

Buyer for Break Room division. Lines included over 30+ vendors and more than 500 stocked items with total purchases exceeding $100M. Managed inventory allocation in more than 12 warehouse locations. Partnered with warehouse managers to schedule deliveries and move product in a timely manner to minimize out of stock. Product lines included coffee, soda, candy, and snacks. Responsible for break room and food service equipment purchases as well. Worked with Finance providing supply chain support in ensuring timely payments and cleared all pricing discrepancies. Partnered with sales reps and account managers to drive business and improve customer relationships by providing category expertise and timely purchases. Coordinated with Marketing to drive category sales and vendor programs to capture over $4M in savings for 2016.

Allocation Analyst for the Glassware, Sheets, and Window departments. Responsible for merchandise assortment within chain of 500 stores. Shadowed Sr. Buyer into market and purchased over $1M of branded and non branded merchandise. Tracked results of purchase including turn and sell thru and presented findings in addition to the overall experience to Executive Team. Sr. Allocation Analyst for Decorative Bedding, Stationery and Frames departments. Added role of New store point person. Monitored divisions product mix in new stores opening within the year to present attractive merchandise assortment as well as several exciting “trophy” pieces. Member of Events Committee. Responsible for monthly/quarterly events to improve employee engagement. Improved communication and interaction across divisions within Planning, Merchandising, and Operations. Partnered with Buyer on several in store mini events including Mother’s Day Frame event to drive incremental sales as well as showcase the range and variety within the product mix.Associate planner for Area Rugs, Scatter Rugs, and Children's departments. Planned $40M scatter rug category. Forecasted sales to promote healthy inventory turn and increase sales. Added role as Planning’s representative as a member of Marketing Committee. Team included Store Operations, Marketing, Finance, and Senior Leadership. Responsible for Planning, monitoring, and evaluating in-store events from product to signage and location. Provided recommendations on inventory levels and product mix to assist store merchandising in execution.

Worked effectively with supervisors, professional engineers, and city officials to complete the city of Newton water meter project. Performed operational analysis on installations within MBA program to improve productivity. Completed over 2000 installs and was an integral part to completing project for February 2012 deadline.

Successfully managed a mid volume ($5-6 million dollar) pharmacy retail store. Oversaw total front store and pharmacy operations including sales, hiring, training, customer service, loss prevention, inventory management, and visual merchandising. Provided superior customer service with pharmacy reaching “excellent” status. Accountable for store profitability.