Marcel Barnard Email & Phone Number

As a strategic and authentic Supply Chain Demand Planning and Data Analytics Leader, I excel in optimizing supply chain operations by leading the design and implementation of system analytics that transforms data into valuable and timely insights with KPI performance dashboards. I also plan and execute precise demand planning actions and vital strategies across the enterprise to reduce backlogs, improve on-time delivery, and decrease inventory.I discovered a passion for supply chain operations in college while working as a Manufacturing Support Specialist and Procurement Intern. At the time, my plans focused on medical school, but exposure to SAP and ERP fundamentals sparked my interest, and I pivoted to pursue a career in supply chain operations. With my BBA and a major in accounting, I landed a Supply Chain Financial Analyst role supporting UK and China procurement operations. I became an efficiency expert by developing buyer dashboards, redesigning and overhauling a supplier portal, and streamlining supplier scorecard reporting by over 90%. With impactful results, I earned a promotion to a Senior Business Analyst role.► DATA ANALYTICS STRATEGIST For over a decade, I have led initiatives to better data flow throughout the supply chain by improving and automating metrics and vital reporting tools. 📌 Achieved 20% Improvement in on-time delivery and clear-to-build – co-developed Collaborative, Planning, Forecasting, and Replenishment (CPFR) tool - adopted by entire supply chain operations.📌 Designed Production Scheduler Dashboards with top-level KPIs.► CROSS-FUNCTIONAL TEAM LEADERI thrive leading cross-functional teams with unique challenges and fast deadlines. My leadership style is helping colleagues grow personally and professionally by identifying strengths and providing stretch assignment opportunities on critical projects.Leadership values:📌 Strive for high achievement by initiating change, setting high goals, and embracing challenges.📌 Build new business and credibility through managing relationships and communicating persuasively.📌 Problem-solve business challenges effectively using technical enablement tools.📌 Get work done right the first time with a commitment to operational excellence.

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  Loyola University Chicago

  Accounting