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Utilized SAP and other ERP systems to manage inventory allocation and order fulfillment from inception to delivery for the Sean John brand ($33 million in annual revenue).• Improved planning processes by working with production to lower inventory reworks, improving profit margins by 5% in 2018.• Effectively reduced risk from sales to retailers by increasing the customer base by 33% between 2018 and 2019.• Effectively negotiated with my internal sales team and client buyers to achieve account compliance while minimizing costs associated with order fulfillment.• Optimized container prioritization to improve just-in-time inventory management, minimizing charge-backs and improving profitability.• Collaborated with partners throughout the supply chain to manage road-blocks to filling client orders on the start date.

• Exceeded monthly sales goals by an average of 15% through growing the client base by 10% each quarter.• Prepared marketing materials and presentations while researching qualifying offers to maximize revenue and product appeal across the Freedom Group’s product catalog (Remington, Marlin, Bushmaster H&R, NEF, etc.).• Worked with Accounts Receivable to gather information needed for credit approval and ensuring that all accounts are in good standing for future sales.• Evaluate new client needs to determine whether they would be better served through direct sales or if it would be more beneficial for the client to purchase through distributors.• Provided support and training to Outside Sales, to aid them in reaching their goals while exceeding my own.

• Led package design and price negotiation efforts to support the manufacture of products by vendors, maximizing profits and product marketing, saving tens of thousands annually.• Cultivated and fostered strong external business relationships with vendors and managed inventory control ensuring appropriate levels of product are maintained to meet demand, optimizing revenue and minimizing storage costs, increasing profitability.• Provided comprehensive product management support for all gun parts, chemicals, and gun care services while facilitating all phases of product development from concept to store shelf.• Planned and coordinated production schedules to ensure compliance with order fill date requirements on product shipments and purchase orders.• Drove governmental compliance control efforts by selecting and partnering with a chemical vendor to make sure that all packaging and labeling adhered to established domestic and international guidelines.• Led package design and price negotiation efforts to support the manufacture of products by vendors, maximizing profits and improving product marketing.