SIMONE INGRID STRATE, MBA

North Salt Lake, Utah • 801-***-**** • ad0xmu@r.postjobfree.com

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Successful career in supply chain management, demand planning and purchasing as a driving force behind organizational growth. Highly skilled at analyzing and applying data trends for customer demand, inventory and procurement. Outstanding communication skills at all organizational levels. Decisive and solutions-focused; consistently successful in reducing purchasing costs, increasing inventory value and improving profitability. Bilingual: Fluent in English & Portuguese. Expertise includes:

Forecasting & Demand Planning Strategic Planning & Program Execution

Continuous Process Improvement Spend Analysis, Budgeting & Forecasting

Inventory Control & Optimization Data Management & Tracking Trends/Variables

Import & Export Requirements Contract Negotiations & Supplier Relationships PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

BEAUTY INDUSTRY GROUP, Salt Lake City, Utah 4/2023-Present Senior Brand Planner

Facilitate demand forecasting, sourcing, negotiation and procurement for ~$3 million worth of hair extensions per month, comprising over 5,000 stock-keeping units (SKUs). Accountable for facilitating an agile, responsive and profitable supply chain (up to $350 million in annual spend) featuring optimal inventory levels, timely order fulfillment and high product quality during a period of rapid national growth.

• Prepare and administer short-term and long-range demand forecasts for a portfolio of 10 Eastern Asia vendors to secure optimal supply, manage inventories and meet customer demand/orders.

• Analyze historical data (seasonal trends, holidays, jurisdictional supply, etc.) to accurately forecast demand, reduce surplus inventory, minimize out-of-stocks and optimize fill rate/service levels.

• Maintain frequent communication with vendors to track orders and resolve issues with order errors, delays, defects and other issues; research alternatives or substitutes and arrange expedited orders.

• Collect and analyze data from an ERP system to assess current inventory status, buying plans, vendor discounts, ROI and other key data to steer multi-million-dollar purchasing decisions.

• Make determinations to reject shipments at the warehouse or track labor for chargebacks based on quality and compliance issues.

• Participate in forecasting audits and vendor reviews, evaluating quantity-on-hand, quantity-on-order, item dating and out-of-stocks to track current inventory and determine purchasing requirements.

• Partner with marketing and sales teams to optimize inventory management and develop lifecycle plans for product distribution across North America, South America, Australia, and Europe. SAFEWAY, Salt Lake City, Utah 12/2021-3/2023

Procurement Replenishment Planner II

Managed a monthly purchasing budget of ~$2 million, overseeing the procurement of 5,000 distinct product lines. Leveraged historical data and alternative vendor management and coordinated with 50+ vendors and internal business units to optimize procurement processes, maintain inventory consistency and ensure the timely delivery of products to meet consumer demand.

• Partnered with the procurement and sales managers to develop plans for the profitable procurement and on-schedule delivery of products across Utah, Nevada, Wyoming, Idaho and Arizona.

• Accountable for supply chain and inventory management of promotionally active product categories, with corresponding financial accountabilities.

• Evaluated and compared acquisition costs to secure the best value with consideration to quality, source reliability, demand urgency and other factors.

• Assessed current inventory levels, market dynamics, product availability and the potential impact of promotional activities to develop recommendations and accurately forecast order quantities.

• Conducted post-promotion evaluations and analyses to assess the fulfillment of promotional requirements and address problem areas.

• Analyzed daily and weekly reports and implemented adjustments to cost control, quality, service levels, inventory turnover and other areas.

• Maintained invoice accuracy and addressed billing questions from retail stores. SIMONE INGRID STRATE, MBA PAGE TWO

VOX NUTRITION, Salt Lake City, Utah 4/2021-12/2021 Purchasing Manager

Oversaw and directed purchasing activities and reports for $2 million in monthly procurement comprising 500+ unique SKUs to facilitate the timely distribution of high-quality nutritional supplements. Collaborated with suppliers and internal departments to track data related to inventory and supplier performance, facilitating accurate forecasting while maintaining the precision of our inventory management system.

• Reviewed market research and historical data via ERP system to create effective strategies and exceed performance projections that kept production processes running smoothly.

• Fast-tracked a new RFQ process within three months, resulting in substantial savings of $120,000 for raw materials.

• Developed KPIs to identify areas for enhancement and introduced a VMI (vendor-managed inventory) program, which effectively optimized inventory turnover and reduced costs.

• Synchronized supply chain procurement while streamlining financial activities, billing and comparison shopping by connecting buyers and suppliers across sister companies.

• Monitored inconsistencies, variances and non-conformances to develop annual supplier scorecards, making strategic decisions to continue vendor use or place them on probation. HANDI QUILTER, Salt Lake City, Utah 11/2016-4/2021 Purchasing Manager

Developed and implemented reliable, scalable and quality-driven purchasing plans that supported the distribution lifecycle of textile equipment (~10,000 SKUs). Accountable for strategic contract management and administration of a $500,000 purchasing budget to effectively secure supply and reduce price variances, providing margin protection for customers during times of inflationary pressures and supply chain volatility.

• Directed the continuous evaluation of vendor performance and research of alternative supply chain solutions to reduce costs and risk while increasing the competitive platform.

• Analyzed bids across numerous vendors and verified pricing to ensure optimal costs, lead times, price breaks and quality of goods.

• Researched and developed purchasing strategies for current and future sourcing needs; calculated items needed for demand forecasts with $50 million in annual production.

• Launched a new “smart inventory management” methodology that achieved double-digit savings by outperforming revenue goals and controlling expedited shipping costs.

• Recognized for 100% compliance with production schedules, delivering on-time distribution across North America, South America, Australia and Europe via e-commerce and direct sales. ARUP LABORATORIES, Salt Lake City, Utah 2004-2016

Client Value Proposal Analyst

Actively monitored contract terms, pricing structures and maintained rigorous compliance with contract terms post-signing, resolving issues to achieve agreed-upon revenue targets. Successfully managed bids that exceeded hundreds of millions of dollars, achieving a conversion rate of over 30%.

• Evaluated RFQs, RFPs and contracts, many involving substantial financial amounts; evaluated bid profitability and prepared price quotes for proposals and bids.

• Worked closely with the sales team to devise pricing and bidding strategies for contract acquisition and business growth.

• Utilized various pricing models, including capital, unit pricing and weighted costs, to compare data and make informed pricing adjustments.

• Analyzed price quotes and created ROI-driven quotes following internal policies; developed incentive packages tailored for volume requests.

EDUCATION

WESTERN GOVERNORS UNIVERSITY (ONLINE) MBA, 2014 – Management & Strategy NILTON LINS UNIVERSITY, Manaus, Brazil BBA, 1996

INSTITUTO BATISTA IDA NELSON, Adrianopolis, Brazil Master Study, 1991 Professional Development:

> Supply Chain Procurement Certificate – Association for Supply Chain Management

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