William (Bob) Higbee, Mba Email & Phone Number

» Create demand forecasts utilizing SAP IBP system.» Execute statistical modeling.» Review resulting statistical forecast model.» Summarize/aggregate statistical forecasts.» Gather, analyze and validate NPI, EOL, Sell-through, Promotions, Weather, and VIO data and add to statistical forecast while maintaining visibility.» Partner with Finance, Sales, Partner Results, Supply & Operations, and Commercialization to ensure demand consensus process delivers an agreed upon, workable volume forecast (short, mid, and long term).» Measure, diagnose and mitigate bias in the forecast.» Analyze demand requirements and work with multiple stakeholders to achieve forecast accuracy and improvements.» Analyze supply and demand imbalances and facilitate resolution throughout the supply chain.» Ensure throughout the S&OP process that gaps and overlaps are addressed, scenarios are completed, data is available and accurate, and issues are appropriately escalated to meet business objectives.» Work cross-functionally, foster new and existing business relationships, and ensure we have the latest market intelligence to build into demand plan.» Host S&OP meetings that engage cross-functional partners.» Create the S&OP meeting minutes, communicate key conclusions to stakeholders, and perform follow-up of action items.» Represent the Planning function in various New Product Development projects and ensure smooth transition of new products from product management to distribution.» Act as a super user of planning tools.

» Conducted UAT for new installation of JDA Demand system.» Created and reviewed statistical forecasts by gathering, analyzing, and validating data. Review historical sales trends, research demand drivers, prepare forecast data, develop statistical forecast models, and evaluate forecast results.» Collaborated with Sales, Product Marketing, Merchandising and other business partners to gather market intelligence and promotions.» Interfaced closely with Buyers, Planners, and Analysts on item flows, seasonal plans and advertising schedule.» Reported on variations in demand and provide insights to change.» Managed data exceptions generated by system to ensure data integrity in Forecasting system.» Prepared information relative to Demand Planning performance indicators including demand plan accuracy and variability, demand exceptions and information on new product activity.» Assisted in developing materials and presenting at TBC Supply Planning meetings infusing analytics that influence sound business decisions yielding positive business results.» Supported the demand-supply balancing process and S&OP process/cadence.

Palm Beach Gardens, Fl

» Responsible for replenishment of $125 million of inventory in eleven regional distribution centers servicing over 1200 stores. » Evaluated inventory levels to maintain optimal stocks within budgets, avoiding overstocks and stock-outs. » Responsible for Demand Planning and Forecasting all purchases and inventory levels for corporate budgeting. » Created forecasting and ordering system via Microsoft Access / Excel that better controlled inventory while increasing customer fill rates. » Coordinated with sales and marketing departments for S&OP planning and forecasting. » Provided purchase forecasts to suppliers/corporate. » Communicated supply related issues to sales force and customers. » Coordinated line changes to minimize supply disruption while simultaneously minimizing excess discontinued stock. » Responsible for maintaining and updating replenishment system and supporting systems. » Managed Item Master, including new item creation, location creation, maintenance, and deletion. » Communicated with suppliers to address supply/delivery issues. » Coordinated with suppliers, carriers, and Big O DCs to expedite critical shipments. » Analyzed and Reported on fill rates and supplier performance. » Developed and Implemented system to report on supplier performance. » Fielded supply related inquiries from sales force and customers.

» Responsible for replenishment of $70 million of inventory in two distribution centers. » Evaluated inventory levels to maintain optimal stocks within budgets, avoiding overstocks and stock-outs. » Communicated with suppliers to address supply/delivery issues. » Initiated and Developed method to alert department to impending capacity constraints. » Implemented new replenishment system along with rest of team. » Analyzed and Reported on fill rates. » Fielded supply related inquiries from sales force and customers.

» Responsible for Customer cost estimates, invoicing, and budget projections for National Accounts. » Evaluated incoming projects in terms of printability and consistency of package design. » Acted as a liason between sales service, Cyber production departments, and Bryce printing plants. » Analyzed Profitablility and Cost for management group through data collection and reporting. » Final Quality Control check on proof-reading of art proofs and color keys as well as printability issues.

» Created and implemented scheduling system. » Responsible for scheduling and tracking all jobs through all aspects of design and production. » Tracked workflow patterns through data collection and reporting. » Negotiated timelines with Sales Service, Cyber production, and Bryce printing plants.

» Responsible for issuing and tracking Purchase Orders for all Capital Expenditures. » Created and Implemented new computer system for tracking all Capital Expenditures and Balances. » Responsible for maintaining Fixed Assets Register. » Responsible for corporate fleet lease cars maintenance and records, and all lease car invoices. » Created and Implemented new computer database system for tracking all lease car records. » Negotiated with vendors for new vehicle leases.

Mba, Business

Ba, International Studies/Spanish