Experience

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  Clarks

  Jan 2013 - Jan 2016

  Independent account representative

  • Managing accounts, such as Amazon, Zappos and the US Government• Communicating with accounts and Territory Managers regarding purchase order changes, pricing variances, order status and availability• Provide timely resolutions of purchase order changes, pricing changes, allowance forms and other challenges• Creating, maintaining and distributing daily reports in BEX for all seasonal orders for Trade Shows and Territory Managers, as well as reports for Independent accounts, as needed• Working with CDS, set up initial season and at-once promotions for Independent accounts and www.clarksone.com• Entered and managed sample orders in SAP for new and carryover seasonal styles for trade shows such as FFANY, Platform and Atlanta, as well as for Territory Managers• Entered and managed everyday sample requests from the Sales Team, Territory Managers, Independent and Key accounts and Marketing/PR requests• Ordered, received and displayed samples for the Customer Service sample wall and discarded past season’s samples Show less

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  The rockport group

  Jul 2016 - Dec 2017

  Associate planner, internet sales

  • Set up all new seasonal items at the UPC level in customer vendor portals • Coordinate and order samples for photoshoots for customer pages and events• Partner with other functional areas to ensure timeliness and accuracy of all product information – both for internal process and providing information to customer• Daily maintenance of retail sales and SKU trackers to monitor promotions, cost updates, anniversaries of products and new product launches • Execute monthly price and site analysis on Amazon.com, Zappos.com, Shoes.com and 6PM.com – focusing on pricing, accurate product information and SKU tracking• Process all future seasonal orders for Zappos and 6PM into Zapporo• Maintain pricing updates in SAP, including increases/decreases and MAP updates• Forecast all new and carryover product for internet customers via sales history Show less

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  Rue gilt groupe

  Jun 2018 - Sept 2019

  Planning analyst

  • Forecast future event sales projections based on sales history, trends, and margin• Problem solve and root cause analysis around late or short-shipped POs or event losses and identify a plan of action to make up for event sale losses• Pull and analyze reporting out of Tableau for event analysis or historical data to increase sell-through percentage, unique site visits, and cart average order value

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  Purple carrot

  Sept 2019 - Feb 2025

  • Manages the procurement team, strategically evaluating and implementing optimal purchasing practices to drive improvements in the cost of goods sold (COGS) and successfully achieve cost targets.• Effectively utilizes internal reports and cutting-edge systems to oversee buyers' activities. This involves a thorough weekly review of orders and their associated projected costs, while providing comprehensive feedback, valuable recommendations, and actionable directives, rooted in budgetary considerations and key performance indicators (KPIs).• Collaborates with skilled analysts to gain a comprehensive understanding of the alignment between cost targets and the current actual expenditure. Approach allows for consistent identification of areas for cost-saving opportunities by refining procurement strategies, cultivating robust vendor relationships, leveraging specialized programs, and optimizing the utilization of various ingredients.• Possesses an in-depth understanding of organization's buying procedures, allowing for the provision of support and coverage to the procurement team. This includes hands-on involvement in crucial tasks such as creating purchase orders, ensuring unwavering order accuracy and timely processing, proficiently managing buffers and yields, and addressing on-site necessities.• Works closely with dedicated remote on-site team on a daily basis. This collaborative effort ensures prompt communication regarding shortages, potential delivery delays, indispensable storage requisites, and inventory counts.• Skillfully cultivates and nurtures strong, mutually beneficial relationships with key internal stakeholders, primarily from the culinary and fulfillment teams. This collaborative approach ensures harmonious alignment regarding ingredient selection and workflow optimization.• Consistently updates the sourcing team, sharing meticulous assessments of supplier performance metrics encompassing product quality, delivery accuracy, and timelines. Show less • Managed vendor and supplier contracts, fostering robust relationships that not only streamlined the COGS but also ensured the delivery of superior, specialized ingredients to our valued customers.• Demonstrated acute market awareness by sourcing innovative ingredients, a process guided by comprehensive analyses of vendor performance, culinary exigencies, prevailing market trends, and potential cost efficiencies.• Drove a sustainability initiative that resulted in a noteworthy reduction of $100K in packaging waste over the last year. Additionally, implemented strategies that have led to a substantial decrease of $150K in non-produce waste since the beginning of 2023.• Functioned as a catalyst for culinary innovation, leveraging scrutiny of market trends to introduce fresh concepts and ideas to the culinary team. This dynamic approach significantly contributed to the expansion of product categories.• Played a pivotal role as project manager/owner, skillfully orchestrating numerous strategic initiatives outlined in the roadmap. Adept coordination and execution facilitated the achievement of project milestones and organizational objectives.• Nurtured and fortified relationships with three key manufacturing site partners, forging an atmosphere of collaboration that enabled seamless production processes and the timely delivery of exceptional products.• Architected, implemented, and carefully tracked KPIs within the Purchasing department. Focused on critical metrics including COGS per box, select fulfillment fees, error rates, and top expenditures, this data-driven approach optimized operational efficiency.• Galvanized the growth of a high-performing team of four Purchasing Specialists over two years, exhibiting exceptional leadership in talent acquisition, development, and mentorship. This dedicated team consistently exceeded annual KPIs. Show less • Led purchasing operations by efficiently placing purchase orders, skillfully negotiating contracts through bidding processes, and actively seeking out new sources for high-quality ingredients.• Played a pivotal role in the onboarding and training of new team members within the purchasing department, ensuring seamless integration and knowledge transfer.• Demonstrated keen financial acumen by meticulously identifying and capitalizing on cost-saving prospects across diverse categories. Collaborated with continental U.S. sites to streamline expenses while maintaining relationships with national accounts and ve645ndors.• Navigated the complexities of the non-produce, dry goods sector as the dedicated buyer for the East coast partner. This responsibility encompassed overseeing 55% of the business in this segment, attaining impressive results and contributing to sustained growth. Show less • Played a key role as the Buyer responsible for overseeing procurement activities for the East coast warehouse, which encompassed the strategic management of purchase orders (POs) dedicated to non-produce goods and essential packaging materials utilized in the preparation of weekly meal kits.• Demonstrated exceptional agility in managing daily POs with utmost precision, a task closely intertwined with the release of weekly projections. This approach ensured the alignment between inventory levels and anticipated demand, facilitating streamlined operational processes.• Leveraged adept interpersonal skills to not only establish but also cultivate and sustain robust and symbiotic relationships with a diverse spectrum of stakeholders. These included vendors, third-party logistics providers (3PLs), and the collaborative efforts of three distinct manufacturing sites. This collaborative approach bolstered supply chain efficiency and reliability.• Drove innovation by proactively identifying and sourcing new vendors and premium-quality ingredients. This was meticulously executed to cater to the evolving needs of the brand. Core focus relied on procuring cleaner, plant-based alternatives while simultaneously exploring avenues for cost optimization, underlining a commitment to both health-conscious offerings and financial prudence. Show less

  • Procurement Manager

    Aug 2023 - Feb 2025

  • Purchasing Manager

    Jul 2021 - Aug 2023

  • Senior Purchasing Specialist

    Mar 2020 - Jul 2021

  • Associate Buyer

    Sept 2019 - Mar 2020