Product Manager

• Aug 2018 - Present

Project Manager

• Sep 2017 - Aug 2018

Consulted with doctors and researchers about the business and marketing needs of their research projects. Developed a Dissemination and Implementation program for researchers using lean start up principles. · Worked in a team to offer Dissemination and Implementation services · Conducted market research on medical interventions Consulted with doctors and researchers about the business and marketing needs of their research projects. Developed a Dissemination and Implementation program for researchers using lean start up principles. · Worked in a team to offer Dissemination and Implementation services · Conducted market research on medical interventions

Business Development Manager

• May 2016 - Jun 2017

Managed new products, line developments, marketing creations, sales presentations and customer accounts for kitchen, bathroom and other household organization items. • Developed new household organization products with an international team • Updated and created multiple management, marketing, and sales documents to help develop the business Managed new products, line developments, marketing creations, sales presentations and customer accounts for kitchen, bathroom and other household organization items. • Developed new household organization products with an international team • Updated and created multiple management, marketing, and sales documents to help develop the business

Associate Product Manager

• Apr 2015 - Feb 2016

Managed projects, including packaging and product changes, through the new product development system. Managed the brand as well as produced and approved creative marketing materials through the content management system. Developed partnerships and promotions for the Rayovac brand. • Managed multiple projects in the new product development system meeting time and budget goals • Successfully partnered with Disney, Twentieth Century Fox and American Red Cross to enhance brand image and increase sales though promotions Show less

Assistant Product Manager

• May 2012 - Apr 2015

Led cross-functional international teams to develop and launch new products into the marketplace. Managed multiple product categories such as concrete drilling, wood boarding, and steel drilling. Traveled internationally to work with suppliers and key personnel to develop new products, improve existing products, and explore new testing opportunities. Conducted research, created marketing collateral, produced sales and marketing decks, and presented in a variety of settings. • Launched over 70 new power tool accessories successfully into the market• Created and implemented multiple marketing strategies to grow categories 14% in a year• Successfully adjusted prices in the market to gain a 5% profit growth Show less

Product Coordinator

• Sep 2011 - May 2012

Life cycled product categories by implementing package and artwork changes with international suppliers. Created marketing collateral and presentations for internal and external stake holders. • Successfully life cycled 3 products, meeting budget and timeline goals, that grew sales 30% year over year • Created sales presentations and other marketing materials to grow sales 11% in a complex category

Territory Representative

• Apr 2011 - Sep 2011

Pitched and sold products to independent businesses and national accounts. Provided product knowledge and gave presentations to sales personnel and end users. • Managed over $1.5 million in sales of both independent and national accounts• Increased overall sales by 34% in accounts managed

Field Sales Representative: Houston, TX

• Jan 2010 - Apr 2011

Implemented planned merchandising operations for a national chain. Executed creative merchandising strategies and displays at multiple locations. Built upon and grew relationships with store managers, department heads, and store employees to improve the brand image and grow sales. • Managed over $4 million in sales within territory • Increased sales by 18% in retail stores Implemented planned merchandising operations for a national chain. Executed creative merchandising strategies and displays at multiple locations. Built upon and grew relationships with store managers, department heads, and store employees to improve the brand image and grow sales. • Managed over $4 million in sales within territory • Increased sales by 18% in retail stores

Supervisor

• Sep 2005 - Dec 2009

Supervised over 150 employees Managed numerous areas of food service Supervised over 150 employees Managed numerous areas of food service