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Print Production Manager; February 2024 – Present• Source potential suppliers and recommend to the client based on knowledge of manufacturing limitations, supplier facilities and schedule availability• Manage all aspects of production with suppliers on behalf of the client (Nestle) to ensure deliverables are met • Collaborate with the sales and customer service teams to understand client needs and specifications• Review briefs and confirm specifications with client to ensure clear communication of the requirements to the suppliers • Ensure all specifications are entered into the proprietary order management system, prepare requests for bids, and maintain accurate price quotation data for all projects

Production Coordinator/Project Manager; March 2020 - July 2023• Main responsibility was to manage all POP (point-of-purchase, in-store collateral such as large format print, packaging, end cap signage) and fixture project concepts from beginning to end for our brand and shopper marketing team.• Main touch point for all POP projects setting up kickoff calls with the internal teams and outside vendors to discuss project details.• Worked with several outside print vendors to secure estimates and timelines to determine the best vendor to fit the needs and complexity of our internal teams project.• Managed the file transfer and routing of proofs for approval internally, as well as signing off on color proofs from the print vendors.• Responsible for coordinating the purchase orders and invoices with the outside print vendors to make sure the project stays within budget.• More recently worked as a project manager for our packaging team, requesting pack shots and 360 spins from our agency for the retailers’ websites. Additionally, managed secondary packaging (shippers, display units and corrugated trays) with our print vendors.

National Account Manager/Sales Service; August 1992 – March 2018• Successfully managed client relations with the largest accounts (Sales Revenue $100MM+).• Assisted in cross-selling products and services to grow the customer footprint. • Managed RFPs to secure multi-year client contracts. • Worked with clients to identify efficiencies in the printing process (e.g. reduction in versioning / plate changes) to save the customer money and improve turnaround time.• Worked daily with larger east-coast customers maintaining their book of business. • Entered all jobs into the production planning software system, so the plants could schedule the jobs appropriately, ensuring all required parties, internally and externally, were exceeding the client’s expectations.• Offloaded client maintenance from Account Executives and Business Development Executives. Managed pricing, change orders, and various other tasks that optimized costs and profitability. Guaranteed customer quality by being on call 24/7. Key Accounts: Kroger, Big Lots, Bed Bath & Beyond, Rite Aid, Micro Center. • On-boarded new clients disseminating the complexities and nuances of the client’s requirements.

On-Site Account Specialist/Project Manager; January 2019 – March 2020(Abercrombie & Fitch and Bob Evans Corporate Offices) Worked with both clients weekly and on-site to identify inefficiencies in their printing process to save them money and improve turnaround time.Abercrombie & Fitch Responsibilities• Main responsibility was to manage and consult on the production process of their printed in-store items with RR Donnelley and other outside vendors. • Managed the Procure-to-Pay print bid process; handling files to billing. • Attended press checks with customers to approve color and quality.• Managed timely deliveries to distribution centers around the country.• Approved print costs from bid approvals to bill vendors accordingly. Bob Evans Responsibilities• Managed printing of in-restaurant marketing items (e.g. posters, menus, and table cards).• Handled pricing and proposals to secure the most cost-effective options.• Made sure deliveries were on time and product fulfillment was successful.• Led weekly status/update calls with our print facilities and the client.• Approved invoices.