Al Farha
Food Shelf Support Intake Volunteer at ICA- Claim this Profile
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Tatum Rezin Marinkovich
Al is a natural relationship builder who leads with a laser focus on the organizational mission. Al first impressed me because he always kept the customer in mind in his decision making and in setting priorities for his team. As I've gotten to know Al better, it's clear that his passion is genuine and he also brings a structured process and diligence to all that he does. Al is a well-rounded people leader who will bring value to non-profits seeking someone who brings both mission advocacy and knows how to keep projects moving forward.
Sue Johnson
I worked with and for Al for five years at Fingerhut. He always supported, encouraged, and removed barriers from the beginning. He trusted me enough to let me manage my responsibilities independently, while asking enough to be supportive and informed. He provided a different way of looking at things, always tied to Fingerhut's priorities and mission, that made me more clearly see the whole picture. Our entire team and company is better because of it. With Al's guidance and leadership, the Vendor Compliance Team has a consistent vision, cohesive plan, and processes that will continue to impact all we do. He will be an asset to any organization.
Tatum Rezin Marinkovich
Al is a natural relationship builder who leads with a laser focus on the organizational mission. Al first impressed me because he always kept the customer in mind in his decision making and in setting priorities for his team. As I've gotten to know Al better, it's clear that his passion is genuine and he also brings a structured process and diligence to all that he does. Al is a well-rounded people leader who will bring value to non-profits seeking someone who brings both mission advocacy and knows how to keep projects moving forward.
Sue Johnson
I worked with and for Al for five years at Fingerhut. He always supported, encouraged, and removed barriers from the beginning. He trusted me enough to let me manage my responsibilities independently, while asking enough to be supportive and informed. He provided a different way of looking at things, always tied to Fingerhut's priorities and mission, that made me more clearly see the whole picture. Our entire team and company is better because of it. With Al's guidance and leadership, the Vendor Compliance Team has a consistent vision, cohesive plan, and processes that will continue to impact all we do. He will be an asset to any organization.
Tatum Rezin Marinkovich
Al is a natural relationship builder who leads with a laser focus on the organizational mission. Al first impressed me because he always kept the customer in mind in his decision making and in setting priorities for his team. As I've gotten to know Al better, it's clear that his passion is genuine and he also brings a structured process and diligence to all that he does. Al is a well-rounded people leader who will bring value to non-profits seeking someone who brings both mission advocacy and knows how to keep projects moving forward.
Sue Johnson
I worked with and for Al for five years at Fingerhut. He always supported, encouraged, and removed barriers from the beginning. He trusted me enough to let me manage my responsibilities independently, while asking enough to be supportive and informed. He provided a different way of looking at things, always tied to Fingerhut's priorities and mission, that made me more clearly see the whole picture. Our entire team and company is better because of it. With Al's guidance and leadership, the Vendor Compliance Team has a consistent vision, cohesive plan, and processes that will continue to impact all we do. He will be an asset to any organization.
Tatum Rezin Marinkovich
Al is a natural relationship builder who leads with a laser focus on the organizational mission. Al first impressed me because he always kept the customer in mind in his decision making and in setting priorities for his team. As I've gotten to know Al better, it's clear that his passion is genuine and he also brings a structured process and diligence to all that he does. Al is a well-rounded people leader who will bring value to non-profits seeking someone who brings both mission advocacy and knows how to keep projects moving forward.
Sue Johnson
I worked with and for Al for five years at Fingerhut. He always supported, encouraged, and removed barriers from the beginning. He trusted me enough to let me manage my responsibilities independently, while asking enough to be supportive and informed. He provided a different way of looking at things, always tied to Fingerhut's priorities and mission, that made me more clearly see the whole picture. Our entire team and company is better because of it. With Al's guidance and leadership, the Vendor Compliance Team has a consistent vision, cohesive plan, and processes that will continue to impact all we do. He will be an asset to any organization.
Credentials
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White Belt
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PMP
Project Management InstituteDec, 2013- Nov, 2024
Experience
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ICA
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United States
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Individual and Family Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Food Shelf Support Intake Volunteer
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Jun 2023 - Present
Greet neighbors visiting food shelf and updating system with appropriate information. Greet neighbors visiting food shelf and updating system with appropriate information.
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FFEN - Foundation for Essential Needs
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United States
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Non-profit Organization Management
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1 - 100 Employee
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Project Manager Volunteer
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Jun 2023 - Present
Identifying impacts to food shelves moving to a more frequent visitation model for community members. Identifying impacts to food shelves moving to a more frequent visitation model for community members.
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Second Harvest Heartland
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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100 - 200 Employee
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Pro Bono Volunteer
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Apr 2023 - May 2023
Collaborated to create inventory check out and check in system and processes for SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) Outreach Team to ensure hunger-fighting resources are available to support community Outreach events. Collaborated to create inventory check out and check in system and processes for SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) Outreach Team to ensure hunger-fighting resources are available to support community Outreach events.
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Fingerhut
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United States
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Retail
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100 - 200 Employee
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Vendor Compliance Manager
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Mar 2018 - Mar 2023
Lead team responsible for development and management of vendor requirement programs with a focus of engaging internal and external stakeholders, ensuring alignment and accountability. Lead team responsible for development and management of vendor requirement programs with a focus of engaging internal and external stakeholders, ensuring alignment and accountability.
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ICA
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United States
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Individual and Family Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Volunteer - Client Services
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Apr 2017 - Nov 2022
Support neighbors from local community providing a dignified experience as they shop for grocery needs. ICA advocate in my neighborhood and workplace. Support neighbors from local community providing a dignified experience as they shop for grocery needs. ICA advocate in my neighborhood and workplace.
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The Partnering Group
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United States
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Business Consulting and Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Consultant
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Nov 2017 - Mar 2018
On-boarding suppliers for a national wholesale distributor as part of an inbound network optimization model to simplify the network, reduce lead time and cost, and improve customer level of service. Developed communication strategy and led trainings to help vendors understand changes. On-boarding suppliers for a national wholesale distributor as part of an inbound network optimization model to simplify the network, reduce lead time and cost, and improve customer level of service. Developed communication strategy and led trainings to help vendors understand changes.
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Farha Consulting Co. (Sleep Number)
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Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area
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Supply Chain Project Leader at Farha Consulting Co.
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Oct 2016 - Feb 2017
Led cross functional project for Sleep Number to launch company owned delivery DC with new operating model to reduce cost, improve speed and gain learning’s for future network strategy. Led cross functional project for Sleep Number to launch company owned delivery DC with new operating model to reduce cost, improve speed and gain learning’s for future network strategy.
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Best Buy
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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Supply Chain Director | Third Party Management
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Feb 2014 - Apr 2016
Actively managed third party ecommerce operational performance as primary contact, established partnership culture with open communication. Developed road map and implemented initiatives to support business strategic priorities.
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International Supply Chain Director
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May 2009 - Feb 2014
Supported the entrance of Best Buy brand into Mexico; identified, optimized, and improved businesses processes as chain grew in China.
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International Supply Chain Sr Manager
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Sep 2008 - May 2009
Provided leadership and support for creating Demand Planning Teams, business processes, systems, and performance metrics for Best Buy’s diverse Chinese and Mexican markets.
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Eames Management Group
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United States
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Business Consulting and Services
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Demand Planning Consultant
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Feb 2008 - Sep 2008
Assessed product management processes for Kuwait’s largest electronics retailer; provided recommendations and project plans to optimize. Assessed product management processes for Kuwait’s largest electronics retailer; provided recommendations and project plans to optimize.
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Eldorado LLC
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Russian Federation
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Consumer Electronics
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200 - 300 Employee
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Supply Chain Project Leader
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Oct 2006 - Feb 2008
Assessed inventory management practices, developed business case, and influenced Russian leaders to establish a Demand Planning team and strategy; developed project plan and led the implementation of new organization structure and execution of strategy. Assessed inventory management practices, developed business case, and influenced Russian leaders to establish a Demand Planning team and strategy; developed project plan and led the implementation of new organization structure and execution of strategy.
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Best Buy
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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Supply Chain Director | Project Leader
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Feb 2005 - May 2006
Led cross-functional Supply Chain Flow Through project and built the business processes and requirements that would enable $25 million inventory take out opportunity and drive efficiencies at Distribution Centers.
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Director of Inventory Management | Major Appliances & New Stores
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Sep 2001 - Feb 2005
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Education
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University of Kansas - Graduate School of Business
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Total Quality Managment -
Wichita State University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Biology, Business Administration Minor