Special Projects Manager

• Feb 2023 - Present

Supply Chain Manager

• Dec 2021 - Dec 2022

• Managed $1M of raw materials and work-in-progress inventory for custom beverage creation • Orchestrated canning runs for 16 SKUs while collaborating with 4 different co-packers and 4 wineries • Reduced lead time for digitally printed shrink sleeve by 78% to achieve a landed cost reduction of $0.31 per can • Assisted with NetSuite implementation, established outsourced manufacturing workflow, MRP add-on and item creation • Created POs, generate reports, built assemblies, verified invoices, reconciled monthly accrued purchases and validated COGS/revenue financials • Collaborated with new co-packer to construct a plan for a cost reduction of 37% with additional quality control • Researched special project opportunities including spirits licensing, international sourcing for liquid and containers, limited edition products, digitally printed can and packaging solutions • Assisted with off boarding and inventory liquidation during dissolution of company

Supply Chain Manager

• Jul 2021 - Nov 2021

• Oversaw $55M+ of raw materials across company network to ensure optimal stock levels and inventory accuracy across 3 manufacturing locations and 6 different 3PLs• Simultaneously onboarded 3 new 3PLs into the company’s network including contract negotiation and process implementation to accommodate 338% increase in inbound volume• Responsible for $1.1M in annualized savings by collaborating cross functionally with manufacturing, purchasing, finance• Managed 2 direct reports responsible for managing 3PL partners, inventory management and overseeing new business project implementation

Supply Chain Associate

• Feb 2020 - Jul 2021

• Established inbound material allocation with 3PLs for promoting sustainable inventory targets• Maintained inventory demand/supply forecasting spreadsheet, added new products and monitored supply levels• Conducted 3PL and corrugated material RFPs• Nominated as June 2020 Ruggable values champion

Warehouse/Fulfillment Manager

• Apr 2019 - Feb 2020

• Launched new Ruggable manufacturing warehouse in Chicago• Successfully completed RFQ and implementation of $113,000 racking installation and design• Achieved all Peak season targets by increasing the Warehouse/Fulfillment team from 5 to 40 employees• Implemented finished goods inventory system for increased efficiency and accuracy• Increased returns processing capacity by 175%• Mentored and promoted 2 employees to leads for Warehouse/Fulfillment team• Trained and certified employees to operate sit down Toyota forklift• Coordinated all inbound and outbound shipments• Collaborated with print, production, supply chain, design, ops tech and customer service teams

Interim Station Manager

• Oct 2018 - Apr 2019

• Planned and launched delivery station in Champaign, IL under new delivery station model and achieved daily package capacity goal for holiday season within 5 weeks of launch.• Trained new managers and shift assistants on standard operating procedures for the building operation• Analyzed daily and weekly performance metrics to provide regional management with action plans for metrics below target• Partnered with Regional Safety to comply with all safety regulations and weekly requirements• Interviewed prospective shift assistants, managers and DSPs for the Amazon network • Evaluated station financials including labor, last mile, middle mile and fixed station costs to identify opportunities for potential reductions• Planned weekly delivery volume based upon station staffing and last mile capacity

Area Manager

• Aug 2018 - Apr 2019

-Promoted to Area Manager in August 2018.

Shift Manager

• Aug 2016 - Jul 2018

Shift Manager – responsible for the efficient operation of the Delivery Station evening sortation and 60 associates on a daily basis. Monitored daily station performance and reported daily metrics to regional management. • Opened new delivery station that regularly achieved top 5 sortation quality while maintaining daily volume of 35,000 packages; Achieved a #1 quality rating• Implemented virtual route picking procedure using Amazon software; #1 performing station in the network• Launched new stow procedure at station which increased average stow rate by 120 packages per hour from the holiday season• Created action plan for streamlining activities across functions resulting in a reduction of variable cost per package by 12 cents/day • Achieved 99% on time delivery rate for 46 consecutive days• Responsible for the initial distribution and daily monitoring of approximately $200,000 worth of technological inventory across 5 contracting companies• Provided short term management support in various roles at 3 outside station operations• Procured indirect warehouse supplies to support daily station objectives

Purchasing Intern

• May 2015 - Jan 2016

During the internship I was tasked to standardize the quotation procedure for large purchases, specifically conveyors. I was able to finish my project and proceed to beta test the document that was created and adapt any necessary changes. A high profile, multi-million dollar project was tasked to me for tracking the progress of project material and report any discrepancies or potential issues to management. I requested quotes from suppliers in order to receive pricing estimates on various components for future purchases. Paslin allowed me to assist with the implementation of Microsoft Dynamics AX ERP system. Throughout the summer, I actively participated in project buyoff meetings, project update meetings, and supplier meetings. After returning during winter break, I assisted with completing the year-end inventory count and input. This involved communication with multiple people, office and warehouse workers, to accurately calculate and input these values into Microsoft AX.

Food Runner

• Oct 2014 - May 2015

Worked collectively with servers to provide a pleasant dining experience for customers. Collaborated with kitchen staff members regarding special orders and customer satisfaction. Worked collectively with servers to provide a pleasant dining experience for customers. Collaborated with kitchen staff members regarding special orders and customer satisfaction.

Associate Trainer

• May 2011 - Aug 2014

Started working at Brighton, MI location and continued in Lansing, MI during school year. Promoted in July 2012 with responsibility to train and critique new and experienced employees. Managed drive-thru operations, up-selling, food preparation, cash controls and customer relations. Communicated new procedure changes to other employees and reported any disruptive behavior from customers and employees to management. Started working at Brighton, MI location and continued in Lansing, MI during school year. Promoted in July 2012 with responsibility to train and critique new and experienced employees. Managed drive-thru operations, up-selling, food preparation, cash controls and customer relations. Communicated new procedure changes to other employees and reported any disruptive behavior from customers and employees to management.