Innovative and collaborative Project Manager with a proven track record of achieving consistent results, implementing time and cost saving procedures and process improvements. Expertise includes new product development, supply chain project management, and master data management. Proficient in team leadership, strategic planning, and process improvements within consumer and OTC products, manufacturing, and market research. Adept at balancing multiple prioritiesSeeking new opportunities. Contact me at jherwick5@gmail.com

Performed dual responsibilities as a Product Manager and Project Manager. Orchestrated end-to-end processes required to bring products to market, complied with regulatory standards, optimized supply chain operations, and delivered high-quality products efficiently and on time.● Developed and documented repeatable and profitable product creation and lifecycle management process for seasonal retail displays fulfilling customer requirements while working within supply chain constraints.● Identified and implemented product and supply chain improvements resulting in $450K+ of annual cost savings.● Led cross-functional team to identify products for ISTA-6 (Amazon) packaging testing and gained certifications realizing $300K+ of annual cost savings.● Drove cross-functional team to consolidate formulas across multiple platforms reducing supply chain complexity and achieving annual savings of $1.8M.● Trained new project and product managers on GS1 standards, engineering change management processes, and portfolio optimization processes aligning new product development with supply chain operations.

Collaborated with cross-functional teams in the planning, execution, and optimization of products across multiple channels. ● Successfully launched new product offerings specifically tailored for major retail chains, including Target, Walmart, Sam's Club, and Walgreens, leading to a remarkable 22% increase in market share and positioning the PURELL® brand as the market leader, commanding a dominant 72% share at the top retailers.● Mitigated $500M+ in inventory scrap by collaborating with sales, brand, marketing, and supply chain leadership to maximize use of existing stock before aesthetic product redesigns, demonstrating cost-effective inventory management.

Assisted in the planning, execution, and optimization of products across multiple channels. ● Collaborated with suppliers to redesign retail display portfolio netting $150K in annual cost savings.● Collaborated cross-functionally to streamline and standardize the portfolio change management and product lifecycle management processes. Established tools and training empowering the product and change management teams to implement changes with minimal supply chain interruption and no impact to OTIF.

Created and maintained master data, primarily relating to material and bill of materials (BOM). Ensured highest level of data integrity, governance, and service to internal customers. ● Redesigned master data processes by implementing IT solutions and working cross-functionally with SMEs to define business rules, reducing manual touches and errors.● Developed and documented the internal process to assign global trade identification numbers (GTIN) to different packaging levels as defined by the GS1 standards enabling an improved consumer experience and reducing complexity by harmonizing foundational data across platforms.

Created and maintained master data, primarily relating to material and bill of materials.● Maintained material and BOM master data and data relevant to engineering change management (ECM). ● Created detailed project tracking documents to ensure graphic development and BOM updates aligned with material resource planning (MRP).● Assisted in coordinating project team efforts to meet a tight regulatory and legal timeline and achieve $1M+ cost savings.

Expedited and de-expedited materials to meet production requirements while ensuring no impact to customer service and maintaining inventory levels.● Utilized advanced data analysis and forecasting techniques, including capacity planning, to anticipate material demand fluctuations, reducing shortages by 38% and excess inventory by 5%, thereby improving production efficiency and minimizing waste.

Coordinated and managed national qualitative research projects. Led and directed a dedicated team of 15 professionals responsible for recruiting respondents, encompassing both business and consumer participants for qualitative market research studies.● Established a comprehensive market research professional training program to improve the quality of respondents and enhance overall customer satisfaction.● Designed and implemented respondent screening and reminder policies that boosted respondent participation rates by 30%.● Streamlined workflows, optimized resource allocation, and reduced project turnaround times which led to a remarkable 50% increase in production efficiency.● Provided coaching and guidance to 6 new office managers, ensuring consistent customer experiences and project management practices nationwide.Additional positions held: Assistant Office Manager and Part-Time Supervisor | 2009 to 2010