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Professional SummaryI commenced my career at Tyson Foods in 2011 as an Operations Associate in Transportation, progressively advancing through various roles within the Transportation division of our private fleet. In my early tenure, I was responsible for assigning and dispatching both short- and long-haul operations, focusing on minimizing over-the-road expenses while maximizing fleet and driver profitability.Subsequently, I transitioned to the role of Senior Analyst in Fleet Maintenance, where I dedicated nearly two years to designing and implementing innovative processes and Power BI dashboards. This initiative empowered maintenance leadership to achieve key performance indicator (KPI) targets effectively.Before moving into Sales, I spent four years supporting our Transportation and Warehouse Strategy teams. I played a pivotal role in Tyson's inaugural freight Request for Proposal (RFP), which resulted in over $78 million in annual savings. Additionally, I collaborated cross-functionally with warehousing and sales teams to optimize the poultry and prepared product networks for Burger King and Wendy's, leading to over $2.3 million in annual savings.In November 2021, I joined the Military Team as Manager of Customer Development, specializing in retail poultry sales. This position allowed me to leverage my previous experience to drive sales growth and cultivate strong relationships, all while adapting to the evolving needs of our customers. A particularly rewarding aspect of this role has been my commitment to supporting military families.As of June 2024, I have taken on the role of Senior Manager of Customer Development, overseeing fresh poultry sales for Walmart—one of Tyson's most strategic customers. In this capacity, I manage relationships with Walmart buyers, analyze sales data to uncover growth opportunities, develop promotional strategies, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure customer satisfaction and meet sales objectives.

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