Leslie A. Moyer
**** ******* ***** ******, ** ***14
Phone 330-***-**** *********@*******.***
Accomplished and multi faceted sales forecaster / sales analyst with extensive experience in the
manufacturing and consumer products industry. Strong communication, organizational, analytical and
problem solving skills. Functions effectively and comfortably in a fast paced environment.
Core Knowledge & Skills:
Inventory Maintenance
Forecasting
Trend Anticipation
Market Analysis
Sales Evaluation
Personnel Management
Presentations
Client Services
Computer Skills:
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Power Point
Internet
AS400 Systems
Nectari
Outlook
Lotus Notes
Avercast Forecasting Systems
Professional Experience
COASTAL PET PRODUCTS MFG. INC. Alliance, OH
Senior Sales Planner / Sales Analyst 2003 2013
Independently administrated, directed and coordinated all aspects of sales forecasting and inventory
management. Performed in depth research and statistical analysis of product, divisional and account
sales trends. Developed, monitored, coordinated and provided sales projections. Maximized turns and
reduced inventories by participating in strategic and tactical planning sessions with the sales, marketing,
product development and materials management departments.
Managed approximately 6,000 finished skus, both import and domestic
Directed and trained company sales planners and analysts
Analyzed and implemented new forecasting system
Developed sales planning protocol
Developed twelve month new item sales value projections and provided recommendations for the
advertising budget.
Created 6 month unit sales projections for new items using various data and made
recommendations to materials management regarding purchasing quantities
Drove a 20% decrease in variances
Drove an 85% decrease in air freights
Independently identified, monitored, analyzed and adjusted sales projections for products and
accounts based on best historical volumes, trends, exceptions for seasonality and holidays,
business and marketing events and promotions.
Utilized statistical analysis to complete research projects and presentations
Developed and provided product and division evaluations.
Made recommendations to account managers for new account ISO and replenishment quantities.
Worked with logistics and supply chain team to manage inventory to support projected sales
Initiated and maintained manufacturing builds
Developed and analyzed quarterly sales reports in order to make recommendations for product
development and product discontinuation
Developed and provided company strategic category sales increase goals to stake holders
Developed and presented information at corporate meetings
Attended and assisted at various trade shows and events, both external and internal
Co Chairman of committee that developed company USP
Account Service Coordinator
Responsible for account customer service for 2 largest territory in US pet specialty division and all
nd
international accounts.
Provided all aspects of customer support and service to retailers and distributors
Data entry
Determine best shipping methods
Attended various trade shows and events
Provided materials and samples to external sales staff and distributors
Promoted to Sales Planner / Sales Analyst position in 2005
GENERAL COMMERCIAL CORP. Alliance,
OH
Customer Service Manager 1996 – 2002
Managed all aspects of customer service for specialty advertising company.
Responsible for managing customer service for two largest accounts, both Fortune 500
companies
Supervised a team of three
Wrote copy for online corporate promotional catalogs
Determined best ship methods to meet event dates
Developed shipping charge guidelines
Attended and assisted at trade shows
Professional Development
KENT STATE CORPORATE UNIVERSITY
Leading Meetings
Evaluation of Data using Logic, Interpretation and Analysis
2011 Annual Planning & Team Building
Business Writing
Enhancing Interpersonal Communication
Team Building: Building a Climate of Trust
Problem Solving Using Analysis and Evaluation
More Efficient and Effective Email
Volunteer with Junior Achievement program 2011