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Santa Clarita, Ca, Us

• Spearheaded the oversight of end-to-end inventory management for customer-owned goods, ensuring seamless processes from the receipt of goods to manufacturing and final shipment.• Played a pivotal role as a collaborative member of the Senior Leadership team, contributing to the formulation of strategic long-term visions for inventory and reporting goals and objectives.• Engaged proactively with functional leaders, facilitating the scoping and development of optimized workflows during the implementation of SAP and Manhattan WMS, enhancing operational efficiency.• Orchestrated comprehensive site audits in collaboration with customers, third-party auditing firms, and cross-functional teams, ensuring accurate counts and proficient reconciliation of inventory discrepancies.• Established a robust operating review framework, fostering accountability and collaboration among key stakeholders. This framework was instrumental in driving the execution of yield and waste initiatives, optimizing operational efficiency.• Led a successful expansion initiative, enlarging California operations and strategically increasing the footprint to an impressive 1.4MM square feet across 8 separate warehouses.

Oxnard, Ca, Us

• Led and successfully executed an enterprise-wide initiative, consolidating operations from six distinct entities into a singular, cohesive structure. This strategic move significantly reduced redundancy and streamlined overall operations.• Implemented a collaborative forecasting process and devised a comprehensive framework for formal Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP), fostering a more integrated and synchronized approach to business planning.• Developed meticulous demand planning forecasts, contributing to the optimization of in-stock rates specifically tailored for Omni-channel fulfillment, enhancing customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.• Managed a nationwide 3PL Request for Proposal (RFP) for both B2B and B2C order fulfillment, demonstrating adept negotiation skills and ensuring efficient and cost-effective logistics solutions.• Oversaw all facets of Amazon FBA inventory management, driving annual revenue to surpass $35M. Additionally, successfully recovered over $600k in reimbursements for missing inventory, showcasing a keen eye for financial stewardship and attention to detail.

Oxnard, Ca, Us

• Implementation of Microsoft Dynamics across the enterprise, revolutionizing operations by creating a dynamic multi-node production and warehouse environment.• Optimized the order fulfillment process, enabling the seamless processing of over 15,000 orders per day, showcasing a commitment to operational efficiency and scalability.• Collaborated cross-functionally to establish an innovative Open-to-Buy program, recognizing its impact on purchasing effectiveness and successfully reducing obsolete inventory, contributing to a more agile and responsive supply chain.• Demonstrated financial acumen by strategically improving cash flow and inventory metrics. Achieved this by reducing on-hand inventory, negotiating favorable payment terms, and implementing cost-saving measures, all while concurrently enhancing quality and service levels.

Lancaster, Texas, Us

• Led a nationwide supply chain, orchestrating the seamless delivery of fresh meal kits to both B2B and B2C channels, showcasing strategic leadership and operational prowess in a diverse market.• Directed the sourcing and procurement activities across seven sites, managing the logistics for both short and long-shelf life items. Demonstrated an adept understanding of the intricacies involved in optimizing the supply chain for a wide range of products.• Maximized the effectiveness of strategic partners, implementing initiatives that reduced overall costs and concurrently elevated service levels. Fostered collaborative relationships to achieve mutual success in a dynamic and evolving industry landscape.• Drove operational excellence by overseeing the strategic management of meal launches and discontinuations. Proactively navigated the challenges of product life cycles, ensuring smooth transitions and optimizing operational efficiency.

Oxnard, California, Us

• Implemented a revenue increase of $400M by aligning strategies and optimizing resources to fully support the execution of the global sales plan, demonstrating a keen strategic vision and effective resource allocation.• Achieved a remarkable 30% improvement in delivery times by skillfully orchestrating a balanced supply/demand equilibrium across supply chain, enhancing customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.• Led comprehensive enterprise-wide Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) activities, championing Lean Manufacturing principles. Initiative resulted in a more synchronized and efficient operation, aligning production with market demands.• Drove significant enhancements in demand and supply planning within the S&OP channels, implementing strategies that optimized inventory levels and increased overall operational responsiveness.• Promoted process efficiency through the facilitation of Kaizen events and other Lean strategies, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence throughout the organization.• Achieved a 20% reduction in waste by implementing and managing Just In Time (JIT) inventory practices, showcasing a commitment to lean and efficient inventory management.• Collaborated strategically in resource planning, cost estimating, and the seamless integration of IT projects, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and optimizing the utilization of available resources.• Implemented a global process improvement initiative aimed at optimizing supply chain responsiveness. The initiative resulted in streamlined processes and increased agility, positioning the organization for enhanced competitiveness in the global market.• Utilized Supply Chain Operations Reference (SCOR) methods to implement Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), effectively driving strategic initiatives across the supply chain. This data-driven approach contributed to informed decision-making and continuous improvement throughout the organization.

Oxnard, California, Us

• Successfully achieved a substantial $1M increase in annual revenue while executing sustainability initiatives, simultaneously achieving a noteworthy 1% reduction in raw material waste. Demonstrated a commitment to both financial growth and environmentally conscious business practices.• Achieved a remarkable 65% reduction in changeover time, resulting in a 30% increase in overall site production. This accomplishment not only enhanced operational efficiency but also mitigated the need for a new site, showcasing strategic resource optimization.• Maintained an exceptional record of over 98% on-time delivery while overseeing global inventory across 7 cold storage facilities, emphasizing a meticulous approach to supply chain management and customer satisfaction.• Elevated team productivity and impact through the implementation of Continuous Improvement programs, fostering a culture of innovation and efficiency within the organization.• Oversaw key priority initiatives, including capacity planning, inventory modeling, capital investments, and team development, contributing to the maximization of productivity and ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.

Oxnard, California, Us

• Implemented a successful "near-miss" customer service initiative, resulting in an annual savings of $200,000 and a 20% reduction in customer returns. Demonstrated proactive problem-solving skills and a commitment to enhancing customer satisfaction.• Collaborated with a supply chain group in a strategic planning process, contributing valuable insights to chart the future development of the organization. Fostered cross-functional teamwork and strategic alignment.• Conducted in-depth analysis of forecast accuracy and price projections, providing well-informed recommendations to stakeholders. Contributed to data-driven decision-making and strategic planning within the organization.

Oxnard, California, Us

• Supervised the creation of comprehensive visibility, reporting, and Key Performance Indicator (KPI) metrics for distribution operations, aligning them with strategic goals and targets.• Innovatively designed and implemented advanced financial forecasting models, demonstrating a keen understanding of business planning and contributing to informed decision-making.• Excelled in crafting detailed quantitative analyses and sophisticated modeling techniques, effectively transforming raw data into actionable insights that drove strategic initiatives

Chicago, Il, Us

• Achieved the successful integration of ERP Planning software, revolutionizing inventory forecasting and enhancing overall warehouse efficiency.• Proactively mitigated out-of-stock occurrences through strategic planning and improved communication channels, fostering seamless operations.• Steered teams in the effective management of rework and quality issues, significantly reducing inconsistencies and optimizing production processes.

Chicago, Il, Us

• Revamped Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), resulting in a 20% reduction in inventory value and the successful implementation of Just-in-Time (JIT) Inventory Management.• Orchestrated the coordination of suppliers, materials, and inventory to align seamlessly with Lean principles, optimizing efficiency and minimizing waste.• Ensured strict adherence to established quality standards and implemented robust measures to evaluate and improve supplier performance.

Mba, Business Administration And Management, General

B.S, Supply Chain Management