• Provide leadership, mentoring & coaching to the Supply Chain Planners. Ensure high performing teams are built at all levels within the Supply Chain group • Ensure SC team is focused on cross-functional collaboration with DC Operations, Customer, Suppliers, and any other supply chain partners to ensure alignment and execution of strategic planning initiatives • Develop and lead the communication to varying levels within and outside the organization on status updates• Continuously improve the supply chain to successfully manage the complexities of our customer’s needs • Create a culture of innovation and process driven to support our customer’s and MB strategic plans • Establish annual goals and objectives in coordination with corporate objectives, managing performance to ensure attainment • Ensure end-to-end product supply is managed to ensure any potential risks are identified and contingency plans are in place • Develop contingency supply strategies, identify risks, and potential liabilities • Plan, prioritize and delegate work tasks according to fluctuating deadlines • Collaborate with the inbound freight and logistics function on network design and efficient operations • Support the freight function to manage the flow of goods between suppliers and MB DCs in the most efficient and cost effective manner while ensuring DCs are adequately stocked

Oversaw purchasing department and $680M in annual sales. Procured all food and beverage supplies for 230 nationwide Applebee’s restaurants. Managed incoming purchase orders.Performed logistical planning for all inbound freight and weekly pricing audits on inventory. Formalized procedures for newly expanded purchasing department, including documentation of all standard operating procedures and improved reporting for excess inventory.Implemented cost-saving procedures across departments to maximize profit margin.Analyzed vendor freight lanes to ensure maximum profit on inbound product.Reviewed weekly inventory reports to ensure proper rotation and potential code date issues.Achieved pricing analysis by identifying products with potential market fluctuation to limit amount of on-hand inventory.Optimized inventory turns by evaluating vendors based on lead time, minimum order quantities, product perishability, and forecasted sales per item. Decreased amount of excess inventory.

Maintained positive business partnerships and open lines of communication with franchisees, vendors, and corporate office. Served as executive for Brinker concept, overseeing 200+ accounts.Tracked promotional activity, menu changes, and inventory allocations to limit shrink and benefit sales.Earned recognition from customers as communication liaison between concepts and company. Received positive feedback from area directors in restaurants served.

Procured over $8M annual sales in food, beverage, and equipment for largest convention center in North America.Recommended cost-saving measures to optimize price margin and reduce shrink for restaurant products.Managed and scheduled unionized warehouse staff while successfully creating a positive work environment and maintaining contract terms. Earned “Best Manager” recognition in 2008.Monitored compliance with Chicago Health Department inspections, following strict sanitation requirements.Supported sales team by providing product information and securing inventory for clients.