Michael Whitfield

Experience

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  Transplace

  Jun 2010 - Aug 2010

  Operations Intern

  Responsible for creation and design of comprehensive sales guide for management team.Performed interviews and data collection in conjunction with sales guide project.

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  Walmart

  Aug 2011 - Aug 2019

  Provided data analytics, user support, process enhancement research for the FSS (Feature Space and Sales) tool. Led projects to find solutions to FSS split endcap calculations, analyzed the Home Hotspot footprint and created a process guide for permanent/modularized features. Managed DART (Distribution Allocation Resource Tool) training and support for Home & Seasonal Depts and onboarding program for WM Canada and Mexico associates. Collaborated with Candy Dept for seasonal key event flow analytics and support (Halloween, Christmas, etc.). Assisted with administration and improvement of the LAG (Local Assortment Guide) tool. Show less Oversaw Modular Fundamentals program implementation and retention for categories across Apparel, General Merchandise, & Consumables Depts. Conducted Space Optimization planning and execution sessions for Frozen & Dairy Depts and evaluated project testing in Pets & Dry Grocery. Managed team program financials with benefits of approximately $500 million. Prepared and led Hardlines departments in adoption of Economic Order Quantity replenishment settings. Completed analysis of various inventory tests in conjunction with internal and external parties. Administered LTL to TL conversion and optimization of Apparel suppliers. Show less

  • Supply Chain Optimization Manager

    Dec 2017 - Aug 2019

  • Merchandising Strategy, Analytics, & Decision Support Project Manager II

    Aug 2015 - Dec 2017

  • U.S. Innovations/Merchandise Operations Project Manager I

    Feb 2012 - Jul 2015

  • Supply Chain Reliability Business Analyst

    Aug 2011 - Feb 2012
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  Nestlé Waters

  Aug 2019 - May 2021

  Channel Development Analyst

  Developed and launched comprehensive Sales & Category online dashboard for major retail account. Conducted pre and post analysis of key seasonal events and marketing initiatives and distributed learnings. Prepared weekly and ad hoc reporting for Brick and Mortar and eCommerce Sales teams. Supported new item ideation and launch plans through syndicated data research and historical campaign/promotion analysis.

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  Retail Insight

  Jun 2021 - May 2024

  Senior Insight Analyst
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  Wells Enterprises

  May 2024 - now

  Category Insights Strategy Manager