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• Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure a reliable and efficient supply chain
• Analyze market trends and sales data to forecast demand and make strategic purchasing decisions
• Manage inventory levels to minimize stockouts and excess inventory, optimizing product availability
• Collaborate cross-functionally to improve procurement processes and maintain efficient communication

Ithaca, New York, United States

• Oversee all aspects of the dairy case, including forecasting, demand planning, order writing, merchandising, and inventory management
• Create and implement planograms for endcap displays, optimizing product placement and increasing sales
• Provide exceptional customer service and product knowledge in a fast-paced retail environment

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

• Assisted in all aspects of cheese production, from milk pasteurization to aging and packaging
• Utilized active communication strategies to ensure customer satisfaction and loyalty with distributors and smaller accounts
• Spearheaded targeted sales presentations, securing key partnerships and new accounts

United States

• Managed relationships between specialty food brands and distributor accounts, driving sales growth
• Developed and executed strategic sales plans for independent shops and national chains within the mid-Atlantic territory
• Implemented personalized communication plans for each account, leveraging CRM software for consistent touchpoints
• Successfully networked with potential clients at trade shows, increasing booth traffic and securing new partnerships

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

• Provided guests with warm and knowledgeable hospitality
• Expedited during busy dinner shifts

Buffalo/Niagara, New York Area

• Educated customers about cheeses, meats, and other products in the shop
• Created and led an event program including cheese 101 classes and pairing classes
• Scheduled staff and controlled labor costs to increase profitability
• Order writing and inventory including forecasting

Perry, NY

• Increased distribution from local to 4 states through strategic selling and market expansion
• Negotiated placement in new markets, including NYC, Cleveland, and Philadelphia, boosting brand awareness and profits
• Collaborated with local businesses to create and execute promotional events, strengthening community ties
• Managed purchase orders, invoicing, and account relationships through tailored communication

Buffalo/Niagara, New York Area

• Research and development (R&D) for brunch and dinner menus
• Worked with local farmers and producers to create a farm to table experience
• Problem-solving in a high stress, face paced restaurant environment
• Maintained staffing and scheduling including hiring and labor costs

Greater New York City Area

• Produced cheese boards with unique pairings in a restaurant setting
• Created and grew a fermentation and condiment program for cheese pairings
• Forecasted demand and maintained inventory and ordering for cheese case and condiment program

Greater New York City Area

• Produced menu items to the high standards of the Thomas Keller Restaurant Group (TKRG)

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

• Promoted to grill cook after 2 months
• Maintained a clean and organized station during prep and dinner service

Bachelor'S Degree, Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services

Activities and Societies: Beta Gamma Sigma

Associate Of Arts In Business, Business/Commerce, General

Associate’S Degree, Culinary Arts/Chef Training