Experience

pep, LLC.

• United States
• Advertising Services
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Display Project Lead

  • Mar 2022 - Present

  Executing Promotional Displays and Project Management for the Loreal account Executing Promotional Displays and Project Management for the Loreal account



JMG Marketing

• United States
• Advertising Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Ad Ops Specialist Direct Mail

  • Aug 2021 - May 2022



Hatteras

• United States
• Printing Services
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Account Manager

  • Nov 2019 - Jan 2021

  Manage the production of printed materials and print related services. Provide full cycle support to Customers through active engagement in all stages of the planning and manufacturing process from design and estimating to shipping and billing. Manage CRM Mailer program and perform any actions required keeping the mailer on track to meet ship dates. Process all internal documentation for mailings, estimates, shipping schedules and tracking. Send and review proofs with customer to obtain approval of artwork, pre-production samples, ink samples etc. Tally the final production runs and work performed to assemble and submit the draft invoice to Accounts Receivable to finalize, process and bill to customers.



HH Global

• United Kingdom
• Advertising Services
• 700 & Above Employee

• Production Service Manager/MetLife

  • Feb 2018 - Nov 2019

  • Manage $2.4MM annually of MetLife Marketing Campaigns focusing on commercial print and direct mail production totaling 50-80 jobs a month. • Responsible for delivering the job on budget, on time and with the highest level of service and quality by collaborating with internal client and external suppliers to ensure campaigns are purchased and executed at a competitive price. • Gather job requirements and perform procurement and project management focusing on the marketing objectives, by obtaining quotes and sourcing through approved list of suppliers, negotiate specifications and price to provide the most effective manufacturing methods, material, and timing. • Work within established operating budgets and maintain daily tracking and analysis of benchmarking information to provide targeted savings goals. • Build relationships with clients and develop channels to ensure smooth workflow and execution as well as communicate with client and Account Director to validate budgets, manage job production, delivery and invoicing, and proactively present production solutions for new and existing projects.



Hatteras, Inc.

• Printing Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Account Manager

  • May 2015 - Feb 2018

  Managed the production of printed materials and print related services for the Lancôme, Paul Stuart, Boden, Cartier, LVMH and other retail and financial accounts totaling $4.5MM in volume. Provide full cycle support to Customers through active engagement in all stages of the planning and manufacturing process from design and estimating to shipping and billing. Lead a weekly Customer Meeting to review CRM Mailer program quantities ship dates, and design and perform any actions required keeping the mailer season on track to meet retailer ship dates. Process all internal documentation for mailings, estimates, shipping schedules and tracking. Send and review proofs with customer to obtain approval of artwork, preproduction samples, ink samples etc. Tally the final production runs and work performed to assemble and submit the draft invoice to Accounts Receivable to finalize, process and bill to customers.



Cosmetic Essence Innovations

• United States
• Personal Care Product Manufacturing
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Technical Packaging Support Specialist

  • Sep 2012 - May 2014

  September 2012 – Present Project Manage the pricing, development, approval, and manufacturing of a $1M per year promotional rigid set box business and the thermoforming business that produces over 8 million clamshells annually. Responsible for all material estimates by providing material specifications for chipboard, plastic, and printing to suppliers. Reduced material costs by approximately $10K by strategically sourcing suppliers and using effective purchasing and negotiation skills. Work closely with Planning, Production, and Purchasing teams at the Roanoke, VA facility to provide support in the areas of set box development and execution status, tool production timing and delivery, clamshell samples submission and approvals. Created and implemented tool shop requisition forms, clamshell and set box program tracking reports, quote submission documentation, and new simplified Request for Quote (RFQ) spreadsheet used for customer and supplier pricing submissions. Coordinate with Finance Dept. to supply the customer with the most competitive pricing. RFQ submissions for the set box season could for up to 300 quotes per season. Track clamshell/RF sealing program development, sample submission, approval, tool production, Bill of Materials, and shipper specifications. Publish all reports on a weekly basis to the customer and manufacturing plant. Using AS400 Item Master and BOM development screens, create Material item codes and BOM’s for material purchasing, as well as Production Part BOM’s for manufacturing.



L'Oréal

• France
• Personal Care Product Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Manager/Buyer - Promotional Development & Procurement

  • Dec 2007 - Sep 2012

  Manage all aspects of Promotional Display development for the Consumer Products Division (L'Oreal Paris/Maybelline/Essie) including Project Management, Cost Management and Savings, and Reporting. Manage projects from conception to delivery of structures by communicating with suppliers and all internal parties necessary by presenting effective display options to accommodate Creative/Sales/Marketing needs. Provide appropriate dielines through ESKO for Creative development and art release. Ensure that all structures and artwork are approved throughout development and production. Use DPM to issue codes for BOM publishing, cost estimate, confirm program quantities, codes, product mixes. Track and monitor timing, development, production, and delivery schedules. Purchase and print 4-color process lithography for displays and POP materials from commercial printers; approve press sheets for color matching and print quality. Process all purchase orders in a timely manner through internal purchase order system (SRM). Confirm goods, resolve invoice discrepancies, and close purchase orders. Manage budgets, report all savings on a quarterly basis, and provide purchase order reconciliation. Obtain competitive vendor bids on all jobs to ensure best cost. Provide costs to Marketing to adjust budgets throught development. Initiate bulk buys, produce similar parts for various structures across brands for more efficient costs and savings.



L'Oreal USA

• Assistant Manager

  • Dec 2005 - Dec 2007

  L'Oreal Paris Skincare)Routed color submissions, pre-production/production samples, pattern/tool shots for approval.Purchased accessory items such as bags, brushes, journals for yearly Sales Meeting.Updated status reports on a regular basis to ensure timing, quantities, codes, and delivery were accurate.Attended 4/c press proofs with Manager to learn the commercial print process.

• Coordinator

  • Jun 2003 - Dec 2005

  L'oreal Paris Skincare)Assisted with the development of all display shippers, conducted ship tests to ensure stability, published final dimensions, and published pallet patterns for outbound shipping.Issued part numbers for shippers; coordinated with Manager to publish all Display Outlines/Assembly instructions.Ensured that all shipper purchase orders were processed and approved in a timely manner through internal purchase order system (Lawson).

• Traffic Coordinator

  • Mar 2002 - Jun 2003

  Developed and documented processes to provide consistency of a project from start to finish.Ensured timely routing and approval for all hair packaging and display artwork.Maintained all artwork reports and conducted a weekly status meeting with various departments. Assisted management with development of timelines and artwork release dates.Proofread all final artwork to ensure accuracy of copy, codes, ingredients, and die strikes prior to release.



Prudential Financial, Inc

• Training Specialist

  • Mar 1997 - Mar 2002

  Trained Customer Service Representatives for a high-volume call center servicing money management accounts. Trained employees on MS Office Programs. Designed highly-visual training reference manuals and curriculum used for classroom and job use. Traveled to the field to train sales and operations staff on products and systems. Trained Customer Service Representatives for a high-volume call center servicing money management accounts. Trained employees on MS Office Programs. Designed highly-visual training reference manuals and curriculum used for classroom and job use. Traveled to the field to train sales and operations staff on products and systems.