Brittney Lawrence

Experience

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  Afraxis, Inc

  Nov 2013 - Jul 2016

  Research Laboratory Manager

  • 4th hire for start-up CRO focused on dendritic spine analysis; brought on to develop and manage histology laboratory• Executed all sample and tissue processing laboratory responsibilities including histology and medical imaging • Implemented new techniques to increase efficacy in diolistic staining procedure and increase efficiency in lab processes; achieved an 8X sample turnaround• Composed all laboratory standard operating procedures for the company’s training purposes• Conducted financial analysis for the spinal quantification department Show less

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  O'Sullivan Brothers Brewing Co.

  Oct 2016 - Apr 2017

  Quality Analyst

  • Monitored daily fermentation metrics including pH and temp. to provide an ideal environment for brewing yeast • Measured specific gravities and performed percent alcohol-by-volume calculations throughout the brewing process• Identified quality issues and rectified improper production practices to limit product contamination

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  Bitter Brothers Brewing

  Nov 2016 - Jul 2018

  Tasting Room Manager

  • Managed 5 direct reports which included training employees, scheduling shifts and providing customer service support • Regularly briefed owners on operational status, product performance and KPIs• Oversaw retail operations including inventory management, personnel management and implementing promotional sales to increase revenue • Sought out and partnered with local SD businesses to create a diverse portfolio of products such as merchandise, food options, and non-alcoholic beverages• Collaborated with public relations and marketing departments to increase brand recognition and product sales Show less

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  Mikkeller Brewing San Diego

  Jul 2018 - Feb 2020

  Retail Operations Manager

  • Served as department head of retail which included oversight of two tasting rooms, a premium membership club, and a monthly subscription program • Managed 15 direct reports by developing schedules and addressing employee concerns• Ensured outstanding customer service practices were met by the entire retail team and personally mitigated all unresolved conflicts and concerns• Oversaw operations for all retail outlets including optimizing supply and product inventory, reducing waste in terms of employee downtime and, working with third-party vendors• Analyzed historical data and evaluated product feedback to develop strategies for future product releases and events• Generated reports for yearly budgets, weekly sales, and inventory Show less

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  Sanofi

  Sept 2023 - now

  • Source platform materials and forecast inventory demands based on rate of consumption; resulting in an 81% cost reduction• Oversee outsourced raw material contracts and production schedules at CMOs for external clinical projects as well as Sanofi Frankfurt, Ghent, and US early-stage projects• Coordinate international and domestic shipping/receiving of all biological samples from Sanofi sites and CROs for Synthorx early-stage to clinical projects • Effectively manage transportation logistics by reducing costs via inter-departmental communication and shipment consolidation and optimizing delivery times with proper shipping documentation; 75% decreased lead time• Lead all P2P processes, including vendor onboarding, procurement, purchase orders, and contract management• Consolidate multi-departmental consumable and reagent inventory for optimized ordering and cost savings• Maintain capital expenditure budget by tracking all department requests, obtaining vendor quotes, and negotiating service agreements Show less

  • Laboratory Manager

    Jan 2021 - now

  • Manager of Supply Planning, Logistics and Laboratory Operations

    Sept 2023 - Apr 2024