Responsible for the reporting, analysis and recommendations around product profitability- Provide financial support and analysis for cross-departmental projects through business case and profitability analysis - Perform monthly reporting and analysis on product profitability, including variance research and recommendations on key drivers to improve overall profitability - Collaborate with Pricing, Operations and Marketing teams to develop optimal pricing and promotion strategies for key customer accounts

Provided analytical and financial support to establish effective pricing strategies for profit and market share maximization. • Ensured products were competitively priced, met price image objectives and financial objectives were obtained through detailed financial and market analysis • Collaborated with sales team to maximize sales and profitability through effective pricing strategies and market positioning• Identified, developed and recommended improvements to areas of opportunity identified by key business performance metrics • Performed pre- and post- promotion analysis to ensure promotional spend was effectively utilized and expected results were obtained• Managed cost and retail relationships to support National Accounts and Merchandising teams with accurate pricing information and current market dynamics• Participated on internal system improvement and implementation teams performing product testing and detailed documentation • Developed tools to facilitate & conduct analysis for volume & profit performance to drive better business decisions• Involved in the implementation of new pricing strategies by evaluating all applicable product, competitor and market data • Assisted in researching and acquiring all relevant pricing information through communication with sales team members and customer contacts• Presented monthly financial results to senior level management utilizing MS PowerPoint, Excel and Hyperion Financial Management

Responsible for the development, training, and sustainability efforts of the operational policies through on-site visits and leveraging of on-site personnel• Improved operational compliance companywide and increased coverage by over 50%• Utilized Lean Six Sigma training to improve operational efficiency, performance and to establish a mindset for continuous improvement• Identified and researched potential fraud and employee theft through detailed analysis of key metrics and performance indicators• Analyzed completed audit reports to identify trends and consistent control failures• Prepared monthly reporting utilizing SAP and Business Warehouse for audit scoping and monitoring • Presented audit results and recommendations to senior level management • Participated in annual SOX testing and many ad hoc projects utilizing my business and systems knowledge to assist in companywide efforts