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• Manages the day-to-day execution of custom produce supply through the VMI platform for one of the top five restaurant groups in the United States• Responsible for service improvements with emphasis on inventory turns, replenishment and risk analysis • Integral team member in creating the Produce Alliance Track and Trace system, implementing and establishing GTINs (Global Trade Identification Numbers) along with completing the GS1 Foundations Certification Course• Leads collaboration efforts throughout the entire supply chain including the supplier, distributor, the Produce Alliance Food Safety team, the distribution centers and end-users• Utilizes custom VMI and reporting tools to recognize trends and assess the impact on the entire supply chain• Conducts supplier partner reviews to identify and implement opportunities for continuous optimization to increase profitability• Analyzes historical data to develop forecasting tools to properly purchase and procure, minimizing shrink• Successfully manages a team of two that assist in support of continuous growth within the Custom Supply Chain team• Able to properly execute steps in Produce Alliance’s standard operating procedure to assist the Custom Supply Chain in the event of a Food Recall or Outbreak

•Implements material management service projects and programs using automated inventory tracking tools and handheld scanning devices for major Anixter customers nationwide, including various Fortune 500 Companies•Acts as the Project Implementation Manager to allow for a smooth deployment of the project services designed specific to client needs•Provides live virtual demonstrations, presentations and customer training on implemented Vendor Managed Inventory programs and software•Supports vendor managed inventory programs that include inventory organization and optimization needs, software troubleshooting, services calls and customer visits•Requires close collaboration with Sales, IT, Operations, Marketing, Project Development, and the client

•Purchased and managed the Security Portfolio totaling over $2,000,000 in inventory for North America•Increased inventory turns by roughly 20% while maintaining service levels•Decreased inventory excess utilizing monthly Vendor Stock Rotations and leveraging vendor return rights•Responsible for releasing Purchase Orders daily that at times totaled over $150,000•Resolved AP issues along with solving shipment and price discrepancies (RDRs)•Maintained Sales and Vendor relationships while working closely with Product Management and Marketing•Managed inventory for 35+ consignment sites•Requires knowledge of Microsoft Office and experience with ERP software and SQL, running and writing queries utilizing Microsoft Access databases

•Managed team of six Carrier Operations Specialists for NTG Chicago Office•Directed team in managing daily operating tasks of new and existing business•Conducted interviews for potential hires•Built lasting relationships and partnerships with transportation agents and clients•Oversaw shipments and negotiated daily freight rates with transportation agents and clients•Executed background and history reports on transportation agents•Assisted in growth and development of office

•Executed lessons integrating all subjects of the curriculum•Assisted cooperating teacher with classroom management •Developed a schedule for responsibilities and duties in the classroom•Maintained clear, accurate, and complete classroom records including pre and post-assessments

•Completed daily executive tasks including meeting coordination, project management, calendar maintenance, and data entry•Billed insurance companies and filed insurance claims•Transcribed statements, reports, and recorded statement summaries using dictation machine

Fitness and health instructor for children ages infant to 12 years