Lauri Jones Email & Phone Number

Minneapolis, Mn, Us

Manage the execution of proposal reviews for Self-Contained Refrigeration and HVAC work orders. Determine equipment repair or replacement.Run Maximo reports, an asset management system, that provides asset life cycle and maintenance management.View and track equipment status and inventory.Communicate with vendors.

Minneapolis, Mn, Us

Managed the execution of purchase orders and product distribution.Ensured accurate and efficient procurement processes and supply chain management.Managed vendor quoting and bidding processes of projects, lead times, schedules for purchase order issuance, and optimized on-time delivery and fill-rates for retrofit and transition projects.Analyzed inventory replenishment order placement practices at both store level and third party providers.

Seattle, Washington, Us

Quality Control and Logistics Associate - Expedited orders for inbound and outbound transfers and/or shipments to customers and vendors.Strong customer service relations with employees and vendors.

Provided support to the sales team ensuring all sales team objectives were met.Extensive role in customer service relations in tabletop and serveware with owners, managers and staff of boutique and gift stores as well as department stores.Worked with new customers in the development of new accounts. Built strong relationships with customers.Maintained and managed accounts payable and accounts receivable on a daily basis.Responsible for and managed monthly commission reports.

Involved in store visits and product merchandising.Managed and inventoried stock levels of gourmet food products.Expedited orders for various businesses, gift shops, and grocery stores.Managed and participated in food demonstrations at various businesses.Involved in trade shows at the Minneapolis Gift Mart (six trade shows per year).

Purchased and managed orders for Gourmet Food shops in 54 stores and Wine shops in 25 stores. The Gourmet Food department generated $2.5 - 3.0M in annual sales and the Wine department generated $1.5 - 1.8M in annual sales.Analyzed style selling and recommended product development direction and assortment changes.Delivered weekly/monthly/seasonal reporting for inventory forecasts, purchase orders, and shipments.Analyzed store selling information for in-store sell through.Evaluated demo program for gourmet food and analyzed inventory levels by store.Participated in store visits, floor sets, displays, and floor moves. Collaborated with other areas (Marketing, Visual Merchandising, Accounts Payable) to ensure a successful execution of the assortment, store presentation, and sales expectations.

Instrumental in increasing the importance and repositioning of the gourmet food department.Purchased and managed products for 54 stores. Reviewed budget forecasts.Instrumental in maintaining vendor relations.Involved in store visits and floor sets.Reviewed and maintained open purchase order reports and expedited open orders.