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-Govern inventory procurement processes for 9+ retail locations across CT and MA, optimizing for gross margin, cash flow, operational efficiency and competitive retail pricing-Ensure pricing, procurement, and promotions meet company targets set by the CEO and CFO-Develop and manage budgets at dispensary and state levels, while crafting and executing innovative retail strategies focused on promotions, pricing, and product assortment-Forecast demand plans and track SKU performance to review with Senior Leadership-Represent Purchasing in sales and operations planning meetings, ensuring availability of key products for retail locations-Negotiate price lists with key vendors to improve profitability and grow strategic relationships

-Managed vendor relationships with licensed producers and completed orders for all Fine Fettle CT locations-Evaluated and managed cannabis pricing across stores-Collaborated with Fine Fettle retail team on store specific inventory needs-Audited online menus for accuracy and compliance and trained staff on audit procedures-Analyzed inventory levels and executed plans to best meet market demand-Engaged with outside vendors to improve Seed to Sale capabilities-Designed and implemented SOPs for inventory intake and management in Dutchie POS-Supported Marketing and Finance teams with product and POS related material and concerns

Newington, Connecticut

-Advised patients in the CT Medical Marijuana Program (CTMMP) on the safe and effective use of medical marijuana products-Managed ordering, pricing, inventory and sale of medical marijuana products in accordance of all state regulations-Maintained inventory catalog shared between 3 Fine Fettle CT retail locations-Created and implemented tools to analyze and manage inventory to maximize ROI and maintain compliance-Trained/educated staff on cannabinoids, terpenes, cannabis strains and products-Assisted marketing department with content creation, proofreading, compliance and event planning-Organized and executed outreach opportunities with the general public, students and health care professionals

Waterbury, Connecticut

-Train and manage pharmacy technicians and pharmacists in 500rx/week pharmacy on McKesson Enterprise software and pharmacy workflow to ensure accurate and efficient filling of all prescriptions and improved patient satisfaction (~95% of prescriptions verified by promised time). -Created and implemented actionable business plans based on periodic P&L statements and current company initiatives and programs. Improved completion of Medication Therapy Management cases by 40%, patient adherence call completion by 25%, and flu immunization administration by 100%. Decreased quantity on hand to increase inventory turns. Decreased shrink by closer monitoring of inventory. -Enrolled >100 patients in 3 months into Time My Meds (Medication Synchronization Program). Elevated outlier performance scores by an average of 7% across therapeutic categories over 3 months.

North Haven, Connecticut

-Coordinated prescription medication delivery services in New Haven County.-Worked in conjunction with 10 drivers to deliver prescriptions efficiently and safely.-Collaborated with community providers to manage patients medication. -Onboarded and trained pharmacists on McKesson pharmacy processing software and workflow, which resulted in improved number of prescriptions prepared for delivery each morning.

Connecticut

-Managed 7 pharmacy technicians and 3 pharmacists. Trained staff and new pharmacy school graduates in proper workflow and procedures.-4th Highest Net Promoter Score for Pharmacy Customer Service (96.8%) across the chain (~8,600 stores)-Improved local community relationships through senior center presentations, education at halfway homes, representation at career fairs, and off site immunization clinics. Improved community awareness of pharmacists role within the healthcare team and visibility for Walgreens clinical services (i.e. MTM, immunizations, travel vaccine information).

Connecticut

-Assisted pharmacy manager in completing clinical tasks-Monitored and effectively managed work queue exceptions-Managed two independent pharmacy buyout transitions resulting in operational Walgreens pharmacies. Trained pharmacy staff to use proprietary prescription processing software, educated on all policies/procedures, advised pharmacists throughout transition and resolved customer service issues.

Connecticut

-Traveled to several locations for varied shifts-Performed duties of a pharmacist and supervised technicians

Connecticut

- Assisted with dispensing and patient counseling - Organized blood pressure clinics - Received physician phone calls

Doctor Of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.), Pharmacy

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