Alissa McDonald

Experience

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  Crossroads Animal Care Center

  Aug 2009 - Aug 2012

  Kennel Attendant/Veterinary Assistant

  Served customers by scheduling appointments, completing invoices, answering questions, and providing care for patients efficiently and effectively.

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  Ferguson

  Jan 2013 - Jan 2015

  Area Manager

  Managed a team of volunteers to execute goals in order to exceed patrons' expectations.

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  On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina

  May 2013 - Aug 2014

  Server

  Utilized team service to practice skills of sales, upselling, customer service, and time management.

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  Canon Virginia, Inc

  May 2015 - Oct 2023

  Fostered strategic relationships with influential customers. Translated customer needs into actionable team directives. Conducted comprehensive cost analysis, developed quotes, and created business requirements documents. Skillfully negotiated contracts and pricing. Managed project teams to propel the launch of new ventures and continuous growth through innovative product introductions. Optimized company resources through strategic production plans and shift configurations. Enabled startup success by coordinating schedules, procuring trial parts, and planning production ramp-up. Ensured precise routings and product bill of materials through collaboration with engineering. Supported the Production Control Division by implementing lot management for inventory accuracy and effectively managing finished goods inventory to comply with business rules. Contributed to the International Trade Division by completing importer security filings and managing import invoice data.

  • Account Manager

    Nov 2018 - Oct 2023

  • Production Planner

    Jun 2016 - Nov 2018

  • Intern

    May 2015 - Jun 2016
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  Smithfield Foods

  Oct 2023 - now

  Associate Trade Planning & Execution Manager