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Resume:
BRIANNE DUVALL
**** *********** ******, **********, **** 45230
*******.******@*******.***
SUPPLY CHAIN PROFESSIONAL
QUALIFICATIONS PROFILE
Detail-oriented, dedicated, and versatile professional, with extensive experience in supply chain management, inventory control, and business management. Expert at managing and training employees; ensuring efficiency of workflow; and providing quality customer service to both internal and external customers. Capable of coordinating with staff and key stakeholders within fast paced environments. Armed with excellent organization, problem-solving, and communication skills. Well-versed with Microsoft Suite, ERP software, and PeopleSoft general ledger software.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Purchase Operations Customer Service Store Operations Budget Planning
Relationship Management Staff Training Performance Development Cross-functional Team Building
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
WHOLE FOODS MARKET FORT COLLINS, CO
Bakery and Coffee Bar Buyer Oct 2010–Jul 2014
- Ordered more than 300 bakery products and ingredients from various vendors within a high-volume environment, as well as coordinated all components of products and production for final sale
- Took charge of monitoring merchandising changes every two weeks which involved purchasing according to adjustments, production schedule modifications, and planning for featured sales
- Conducted comprehensive inspections and submitted reports for cost, retail price, ingredient, and minimum weight discrepancies
- Relayed purchase-to-sales ratios, spoilage, and forecast variances through weekly reports
- Coordinated updated sales, out-of-stock products, and merchandising changes on a daily basis
- Accommodated trends and directed the purchase of products to maintain alignment with the changing demands of the community
Career Highlights:
Led the coffee and juice bar venue purchasing during the transition to the Bakery Department and facilitated training for the supervisor in taking over the process
Succeeded in reducing inventory by transitioning over 50 items into a truck-to-shelf status
Rendered assistance to the Rocky Mountain Region for the implementation of a new costing system which led to performance improvement of the Bakery and Prepared Foods departments within the region
Spearheaded plans for purchasing, merchandise, and facilitation of numerous holidays, sales change overs, and special events
Controlled the weekly budget of the bakery department, ranging from $30K for non-holidays to as high as $50K during holidays
Prepared Foods Supervisor and Team Member Jul 2004–Oct 2010
- Boosted store presence in the market by offering excellent service to a diverse customer base
- Strategically supervised employees in organizing documentation for organic products and rendered support with monthly inventories
- Effectively oversaw the completion of forms to monitor personal responsibility; facilitated monthly meetings; and took part in team member mediation
Career Highlights:
Led the development of menus with different ingredients to achieve a favorable margin blend
Ensured efficient workflow of the department and accomplished numerous tasks related to department initiatives
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
PRECISION PRESSURE WASHING FORT COLLINS, CO
Business Manager Jul 2014–Present
- Wrote and submitted daily profit and loss statements and forecasts for the succeeding day
- Initiated coordination with the accountant pertaining to IRS matters which involved past errors with paperwork
- Handled the setup of QuickBooks for invoicing and payroll; managed the purchase of products required for repair of equipment; and conducted research on less expensive options
- Assumed full responsibility in controlling the owner’s personal finances which included establishment of a budget
- Oversaw procedures related to hiring and scheduling of employees
Career Highlights:
Played a key role in stabilizing cash flow and increasing profitability in a span of two months
Keenly monitored daily profit and loss information as well as prepared forecasts using a customized spreadsheet
Significantly increased efficiency through computerizing the billing process
Contributed in saving the company from substantial debt with the IRS through suggestions to reorganize assets
WHOLE FOODS MARKET FORT COLLINS, CO
Backup Store Accountant Feb 2008–Jun 2009
- Organized and posted daily sales, data entry of accounts payable, and general ledger information in PeopleSoft
- Contributed in overseeing monthly inventory preparation and troubleshooting margin disputes
- Took full accountability in reconciling gift certificates, coupons, accruals, and spoilage
- Executed the documentation of journal entries, while consistently supporting work paper compilation
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science Business Administration, with Concentration in Accounting: 2009
COLORADO STATE UNIVERSITY, FORT COLLINS, CO
Certified Supply Chain Analyst (CSCA): 2009 – APICS
Certificate Supply Chain Management: 2009 - COLORADO STATE UNIVERSITY
AFFILIATION
APICS Association for Operations Management
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