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San Francisco, Ca, Us

Menlo Park, Ca, Us

Meta (via Aditi Consulting) · ContractCollaborate effectively with stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables, ensuring organizational goals are aligned. Maintain open, transparent communication throughout project lifecycles, fostering collaborative, cross-functional synergy.● Spearhead AI-driven initiatives to enhance internal frameworks, leading to a 4.2%+ increase in Customer Satisfaction (CSAT) since September 2023.● Developed project management strategies integrated with AI systems to streamline workflows, improving operational efficiency and stakeholder alignment.● Transitioning Enterprise Supply Chain operations to a centralized project management platform, improving efficiency and stakeholder alignment.● Utilize data analytics tools like Excel and Google Sheets for reporting and support strategic decision making.● Collaborate with global teams across EMEA, APAC, NORAM, and LATAM to align and execute supply chain strategies, driving organizational capabilities.

San Francisco, California, Us

Optimized end-to-end supply chain operations through process evaluations, identifying bottlenecks, and implementing strategic enhancements. Led initiatives to restructure organizational processes, drive revenue growth, and strengthen jewelry and home goods procurement through effective supplier contract negotiations and vendor management.● Managed supply chain jewelry and home goods categories.● Drove cost savings through strategic sourcing and vendor management initiatives across international markets, saving a total of 18% in costs on raw materials.● Developed operational systems that enhanced vendor management processes and improved team efficiency.● Managed procurement operations and implemented a new suite of procurement tools to streamline vendor management, contract lifecycle management, and intake orchestration.● Led cross-functional teams to implement best practices in procurement and product development, fostering a collaborative culture.

San Francisco, California, Us

Led end-to-end channel operations, overseeing the production process by building strategic relationships with a network of overseas vendors. Coordinated inbound and outbound inventory shipments, collaborating with vendors, the import brokerage, a 3PL provider, and Target Corporation.● Directed end-to-end procurement and channel operations, optimizing inventory management and logistics.● Established operational protocols to improve vendor relationships and streamline project execution, ensuring timely delivery of inbound and outbound shipments.● Ensured the success of inbound and outbound inventory shipments, working with vendors, the import brokerage, a 3PL provider, and Target Corporation.● Led vendor performance reviews and ensured adherence to key performance indicators (KPIs) through data analysis and regularbusiness reviews.

Quincy, Massachusetts, Us

Played a pivotal role in supporting over 750 retail stores and e-commerce channels across major grocery brands. Supervised a team of Supply Chain Replenishment Analysts and consistently drove them to exceed warehouse fill rate and store service level targets, sustaining an annual revenue stream exceeding $50B. Fostered strong collaborative relationships with vendors, brokers, and other strategic partners.● Managed six analysts, spanning 50% of all grocery retail categories.● Supported over 750 stores and e-Commerce channels of major grocery store brands, supervising a team of supply chain replenishment analysts. Worked with vendors, brokers, and other partners.● Maintained accountability for more than $50B in annual revenue, consistently leading the team to meet and exceed warehouse fill rate and store service level goals.● Played a key role in transitioning supply chain operations away from a third-party broker to an entirely internal business unit. ● Worked with colleagues in Supply Chain, Direct Sourcing, Demand Forecasting, and Merchandising, with the authority to execute decisions that impacted inventory management throughout the distribution network.● Partnered with the Distribution and Supply Chain teams to implement best practices for network inventory management.● Applied network capacity planning and management strategies to improve distribution efficiency and service levels to retail partners.ADUSA Procurement is the supply chain procurement company for Ahold Delhaize USA, serving leading omnichannel retailers that include Food Lion, Giant Food, The GIANT Company, Hannaford, and Stop & Shop.

Hong Kong, Hk

Led the vision, strategy, and execution for all facets of merchandising for the Engagement Ring, Wedding Band, and Loose Diamond, assortments, representing $35MM in annual revenue. I collaborated closely with the Product Development team to track design trends, market information, and sales data, influencing the creation and launch of new styles. ● Led merchandising for the Engagement Ring, Wedding Band, and Loose Diamond assortments, supporting $35M in annual revenue.● Influenced the design and development of new styles, working with Product Development to track design trends, market information, and sales data.● Advised the CEO, the Vice President of Sales, the Vice President of Product, and other senior leaders on issues relating to Merchandising, including the creation of a signature brand look and feel.● Launched a configuration tool that enabled the sales team to communicate product information and pricing for custom jewelry designs faster to customers.● Provided senior leaders with insights into procurement and merchandising strategies, improving vendor accountability and driving brand identity.

San Francisco, California, Us

Managed the end-to-end product-to-market lifecycle for the company's jewelry collection, focusing on sourcing and securing new vendors to support over $44MM in annual revenue. Ensured continuous innovation and efficiency in product development processes while fostering sustainable practices. ● Led the complete product-to-market lifecycle for the company’s jewelry collections, driving over $44MM in annual revenue through effective vendor management and strategic sourcing. ● Implemented process improvements and cost-saving measures, including a packaging redesign project, reducing paper usage by 35% and cutting shipping costs by over 50%. ● Established key partnerships with vendors, reducing supply chain risks and achieving significant cost savings ● Transitioned finished jewelry to an overseas partner to further lower costs.

San Francisco, Ca, Us

● Oversaw product development for Women’s Woven Tops, Dresses, and Skirts, representing the company’s three top-grossing categories.● Analyzed data to identify cost savings opportunities.● Delivered more than $50M in retail sales category growth by negotiating costs, quality, and production timelines.

San Francisco, Ca, Us

● Leveraged market production for Banana Republic Factory Store, Japan market.● Analyzed data to identify cost savings opportunities.● Maintained data integrity of inventory and costing.

San Francisco, California, Us

New York, Ny, Us