Kristie Baze-Loya, ...

Experience

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  IPS

  Jan 2003 - May 2005

  Accounts Receivable Specialist

  Accounts Receivable Specialist for a company that consisted of three locations, Headed the department of three employees. Responsible for yearly contracts as well as extremely detailed billing of all Major Accounts such as Fed-Ex, County of LA (different sectors), Ralph's Grocery Store

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  Prudential California Realty Orange County

  May 2005 - Mar 2008

  Realtor
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  BI Nutraceuticals

  Mar 2008 - Apr 2019

  BI Nutraceuticals is a solutions-based botanical manufacturer, custom contract manufacturer, and supplier to the Dietary Supplement, Food & Beverage, Pharmaceutical, Personal Care, and Pet Care Industries. We are the leading manufacturer of whole herb powders and teas, standardized and drug ratio extracts, vitamins, minerals, amino acids, custom blends, drum-to-hopper (D-T-H) formulations, and granular ingredients.As the Project Leader I am the facilitator of all incoming projects for new business opportunities as well as existing business that needs some additional research and development. I am also part of fulfillment team and work on pricing structures of each new project as well as existing items. Also have involvement in yearly Bids on new and existing items.Clearly define the project scope, estimating time and level of required resource, contributing to project plans, creating and monitoring pricing structure of each item, and ensuring activities occur according to plan.On-going collaboration with internal teams to get projects completed as quickly as possible as well as identify any ways of improving the project processes. Work closely with managers of each department involved efficiently to help manage the trafficking of client’s needs, insights, creative production & digital deliverables through the organization to minimize cost, and improve efficiency. Effective communications with all parties, keeping them informed on work progress, anticipated changes and ensure to communicate them quickly.Communications with all parties keeping them informed on work progress, anticipated changes and communicate them quickly. Show less

  • Project Management & Order Fullfillment Coordinator

    Jan 2012 - Apr 2019

  • Accounts Payable

    Mar 2008 - Jan 2012
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  MartinBauer

  Apr 2019 - now

  As a Sales Operations Manager, I take pride in driving sales efficiency, optimizing processes, and enabling revenue growth. With a deep understanding of sales forecasting, pipeline management, and data-driven decision-making, I collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Operations to streamline workflows and enhance productivity.I am passionate about equipping sales teams with the tools, insights, and strategies needed to exceed their goals. My expertise includes sales performance analytics, CRM optimization, and sales enablement adoption, ensuring that every aspect of the sales cycle is optimized for success.With experience in SAP/SAC and a strong background in the botanical-based/nutraceutical industry, I thrive in fast-paced, results-driven environments. My goal is to foster collaboration, improve forecast accuracy, and implement innovative sales methodologies that drive business growth.I believe in building strong relationships—both internally and externally—to enhance strategic decision-making and maintain our reputation as a trusted industry leader. I take pride in developing data-driven solutions, improving forecast accuracy, and implementing innovative sales methodologies. Through collaboration and a results-focused approach, I help to maximize sales potential and achieve sustainable success. Show less As a Project Integration Manager I am the Facilitator of all incoming projects for new business opportunities & existing business, internal projects that need some additional research and development for the US locations. As well as larger internal projects such as re-locations & system implementations. This positions responsibility includes but is not limited to the following: Effective operation of the Project Management System and all related functions. Implement project management processes & procedures as well as process improvements and inventory control. Collaborate in managing project related activities between Operations, Material Managers, Quality Control, Customer Service, Sales, and Product Management. Collaborate with VP of R&D, VP of Order Fulfillment, Materials Management, Operations and Sales on all development projects and strategic customer costing and pricing. Managing integration projects through developing, coordinating, organizing and tracking projects. Track project performance, specifically to analyze the successful completion of short-and long-term goals. Liaison between the project team and upper level management. In addition I am also the Sustainability & Global Energy Representative for the US locations & Key User of SAP implementation to replace our legacy system, Also a Key User in the development of CRM system to replace existing Project management system with added features for better customer management for the US locations. Show less

  • Sales Operations Manager

    Jul 2024 - now

  • Project Integration Manager

    Apr 2019 - now