With over two decades of experience in the meat and poultry industry, I have honed my skills in procurement, supply chain management, and strategic merchandising. My journey at Whole Foods Market has been marked by significant achievements and a commitment to excellence.As a Category Merchant for Meat & Poultry, I oversaw merchandising across 2 regions, 20 states, and 150 stores, driving $4M in weekly sales and $3.6M in yearly profits. My expertise in advanced MS Excel functions and Everclear reporting allowed me to optimize programming, assortment, and retail pricing, boosting sales while minimizing shrinkage and KPIs. I collaborated with suppliers and the procurement team to project promotional items, leveraging past performance data to secure inventory needs and maximize profitability.In my role as an Associate Meat Coordinator, I communicated global programming plans with regional support, store leadership, and team members, earning recognition as the Midwest Rising Star - Meat Coordinator Team. I maintained regular communication with suppliers, producers, and regional buyers, ensuring optimal inventory levels and seamless execution across 74 locations.As a Meat Buyer/Procurement Team Leader, I led a team in managing replenishment, invoicing, and supply chain efficiencies, achieving a 98% fill rate and maintaining less than 0.05% shrink. I developed procurement strategies for events and holidays, monitored daily inventory levels, and built partnerships with local suppliers to onboard new items.My skills in project management, analytical thinking, and relationship-building have been instrumental in driving growth and enhancing profitability. I am proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, PeopleSoft ERP, Tableau, Everclear, and EXE warehouse systems.I am passionate about delivering high-quality products and exceptional service. Let's connect to explore how my experience and skills can contribute to your organization's success.