-Execute Sourcing/Bid process analysis for Internal Business Owners from various departments within the organization.-Recommends supplier selection to business partners based on criteria set forth in the process.-Maintains Vendor relationships during sourcing process.-Continuously look for supply chain, specification or sourcing methodology improvements while facilitating the sourcing process.-Apply the appropriate competitive pricing collection techniques to ensure best COGs in… Show more -Execute Sourcing/Bid process analysis for Internal Business Owners from various departments within the organization.-Recommends supplier selection to business partners based on criteria set forth in the process.-Maintains Vendor relationships during sourcing process.-Continuously look for supply chain, specification or sourcing methodology improvements while facilitating the sourcing process.-Apply the appropriate competitive pricing collection techniques to ensure best COGs in the market.-Via the sourcing process and tools, negotiate best terms and conditions to include pricing, payment terms, and contract/agreement lengths in support of the company strategy.-Research and evaluate prospective supplier(s) to determine if their goods/services should be considered for test and or quotation.-Partner with Quality Assurance to test quality of all products to be sourced; review and include analysis of the results in report out.-Collaborate with business owners to identify new suppliers to create a healthy supplier base to compete for our business. Show less

Primarily responsible for delivering accurate projections for the Produce Department – including sales, margin, and ad item movementResponsible for execution of Banner Pricing Strategies and PlansStreamline communication across multiple departmentsReport Produce Actuals on a Daily, Weekly, and Monthly Basis

Locally based professional with 5+ years of experience leading marketing and communications for a publishing and advertising agency across multiple counties in North Carolina.Primary manager of accounts receivable/payable, payroll and tax document preparationPrimary leader of sales to new clients and maintaining excellent relationships with existing clients for a monthly and quarterly publication.Manage marketing and communication functions, overseeing a half-million dollar budget… Show more Locally based professional with 5+ years of experience leading marketing and communications for a publishing and advertising agency across multiple counties in North Carolina.Primary manager of accounts receivable/payable, payroll and tax document preparationPrimary leader of sales to new clients and maintaining excellent relationships with existing clients for a monthly and quarterly publication.Manage marketing and communication functions, overseeing a half-million dollar budget and a 3 to 6 member team. Responsible for direct brand management, PR, media relations, event planning, product launches, advertising, sales and local marketing. Show less