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Lead Analyst, Product Data: June 2016-October 2018The J.M. Smucker CompanyAccomplishments:• Successfully lead, trained and developed a small team of dedicated and accomplished analysts• Developed and managed relationships with the Marketing and Brand teams• Retaining the workload of an analyst while executing all required Lead duties• Provided the PDM Team with technical updates and support in eSIMS outside of normal duties• Implemented data capture and set up of Big Heart Pet Brands products• Assisted in the launch of the Folger’s 1850 brand and its line of new premium products• Participated in mentorship program, facilitating the development of future analysts• Organized sustainability initiatives and communication programs as part of the facility team

Senior Analyst, Product Data: Sept. 2012-June 2016The J.M. Smucker CompanyAccomplishments:• Lead cross functional team on JJP Post Implementation project• Developed methods of driving efficiency and streamlining processes for the Recipe group• Provided training, troubleshooting and support to business partners for Master Data systems• Maintained partnerships with SBA contacts to support better communication and efficiency• Supported several Prodika implementations for bringing new SBAs into the system• Developed the PDM SQMS Reporting Project to implement SQMS in the PDM group

Recipe Analyst: Nov. 2011-Sept. 2012The J.M. Smucker CompanyAccomplishments:• Streamlined procedures for processing changes within the PLM system to improve data accuracy• Standardized the reporting system for weekly reviews to enhance clarity and significantly reduce reporting time

Temporary Item Analyst/Admin Assistant/Project Analyst: August 2009-Nov. 2011Robert Half International/The J.M. Smucker CompanyAccomplishments:• Supported and tested Prodika 5.2 for the Coffee SBA for item specification development across all product types• Developed and implemented new S.O.P.s to increase efficiency within the new Prodika system• Identified and transferred specifications from an SAP based system into Oracle for thousands of new products• Performed troubleshooting and data clean up duties throughout the process• Trained on, and performed Prodika maintenance and administration tasks to facilitate continued daily use• Learned fundamental spec structure and S.O.P.s for Smucker Master Data systems

Administrative Assistant/Buyer/ISO Coordinator: Feb. 2000-Jan 2009RBB Systems Inc.Accomplishments:• Promoted to ISO Coordinator, overseeing the ISO 9001:2000 program and auditing group• Trained in Lean Manufacturing techniques and principles• Coordinated an employee problem solving council appointed by the company president• Performed purchasing, cost control, delivery oversight, and expediting for customer's builds to feed production• Launched a VMI program to reduce costs and lead times on materials• Sourced material from international vendor for 75% less lead-time on equivalent parts