Experience

American Welding & Gas

• United States
• Wholesale
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Purchasing Agent and Inventory Analyst

  • Sep 2022 - Present

  Raleigh, North Carolina, United States



Advance Auto Parts

• United States
• Retail
• 700 & Above Employee

• Sr. Supply Chain Analyst

  • Jun 2019 - Present

  Raleigh, North Carolina



Carquest Auto Parts

• United States
• Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Supply Planner

  • Dec 2017 - Jun 2019

  Raleigh, North Carolina Major aspects include managing OTB and turn, in stock effectiveness and planogram transitions. The Supply Inventory Planner must have adeptness with current inventory management systems/processes and demonstrate the ability to leverage for maximum efficiency. The Supply Inventory Planner has the capability and expertise to lead departmental projects and/or be capable of mentoring or training Store Inventory Planners. Optimize the automated replenishment system parameters based on rate of… Show more Major aspects include managing OTB and turn, in stock effectiveness and planogram transitions. The Supply Inventory Planner must have adeptness with current inventory management systems/processes and demonstrate the ability to leverage for maximum efficiency. The Supply Inventory Planner has the capability and expertise to lead departmental projects and/or be capable of mentoring or training Store Inventory Planners. Optimize the automated replenishment system parameters based on rate of sales, lead times, and order frequency to ensure meeting our inventory levels and in stock goals. Monitor product flow from domestic and import vendors to distribution centers and to stores; replenish and allocate product as needed. Adhere to OTB spend while achieving planned turnover and revenue growth Planning Analysis Perform analysis and review upcoming promotional forecasts and seasonal activity based on sales, inventory, and in stock expectations (minimum presentation standards). Actively supports the category business plan and line review process with data and analysis, providing recommendations and insights as necessary. Analyze and review non-productive inventory; create and monitor action plans to minimize inventory liability. Lead in the development of annual budgets at category level to support company financial targets, including Cost of Goods Sold, Receipts, Base Inventory Levels, and Future Transitions Communication Develop relationships with merchant team through active involvement in business decisions Maintain collaborative partnerships with vendors, distribution centers, and stores to ensure the rapid and efficient movement of goods through the supply chain Communicate with store teams and respond to individual store issues as needed Drive change in company best methods and be a resource for inventory system process enhancements.

• Inventory Analyst

  • Oct 2014 - Feb 2018

  Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina Area Replenishment System / Allocation Management - Optimize the automated replenishment system parameters based on rate of sales, lead times, and order frequency to ensure meeting our inventory levels and in stock goals. Monitor product flow from domestic and import vendors to distribution centers and to stores; replenish and allocate product as needed Adhere to OTB spend while achieving planned turnover and revenue growth Planning Analysis Perform analysis and review upcoming… Show more Replenishment System / Allocation Management - Optimize the automated replenishment system parameters based on rate of sales, lead times, and order frequency to ensure meeting our inventory levels and in stock goals. Monitor product flow from domestic and import vendors to distribution centers and to stores; replenish and allocate product as needed Adhere to OTB spend while achieving planned turnover and revenue growth Planning Analysis Perform analysis and review upcoming promotional forecasts and seasonal activity based on sales, inventory, and in stock expectations (minimum presentation standards) Actively supports the category business plan and line review process with data and analysis, providing recommendations and insights as necessary Analyze and review non-productive inventory; create and monitor action plans to minimize inventory liability Assist in development of annual budget at category level to support company financial targets, including Cost of Goods Sold, Receipts, Base Inventory Levels, and Future Transitions Communication Merchant Relationships Develop relationships with merchant team through active involvement in business decisions. Maintain collaborative partnerships with vendors, distribution centers, and stores to ensure the rapid and efficient movement of goods through the supply chain Communicate with store teams and respond to individual store issues as needed Process Improvement Drive change in company best methods and be a resource for inventory system process enhancements.

• Store Manager

  • Jul 2010 - Oct 2014

  Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870 Achieve overall store sales goals and service objectives. Manage and grow commercial customer relationships/sales, including building and holding team accountable to executing customer action plans. Selection, hiring, development, performance management, coaching, scheduling and engagement of store team members Ensure execution of all inventory and operational standards. Coach all team members to deliver on customer expectations (DIY and Commercial). Manager… Show more Achieve overall store sales goals and service objectives. Manage and grow commercial customer relationships/sales, including building and holding team accountable to executing customer action plans. Selection, hiring, development, performance management, coaching, scheduling and engagement of store team members Ensure execution of all inventory and operational standards. Coach all team members to deliver on customer expectations (DIY and Commercial). Manager on duty responsibilities (touch base/coaching, floor/phone mgmt., task assignment and completion, safety, open/close duties). Ability to lead change management. Embrace diversity and foster a respectful environment for both customers and team member. Provide DIY service including battery installation, testing, wiper install, etc. Assist district/region in other functions upon request.