Career

Objective: A creative and challenging position within an organization that allows me to utilize my experience with demand planning (product and packaging, promotions and pricing) and demand forecasting (strategic and operational, considering internal and external factors).

Work Characteristics

Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PageMaker, SuperPaint, Microsoft Outlook, and various web browsers)

Knowledge and understanding of MRP and Forecasting Systems

Outstanding initiative and follow through

Timely completion of all tasks through effective prioritization

Excellent phone and communication skills

A dedicated team player

Accomplishments

Aeton Medical

Helped develop product for a Start up Dental Company

Designed and Maintained full Inventory Control System for over 200 SKUs, for Startup Dental Company

Zimmer Spine

Worked with Supplier to reduce overall material usage on implants which in turned had a cost saving of $5,100 a year

Effectively launched over 14 product lines (1500 SKUs) resulting in sales of over 40M

Reviewed analytical reports/experience to improve base statistical forecast

Met with key account managers, quarterly, to discuss their planned product launches and collaborate to produce a forecast and analyze sales overlap gaps

Was a key player in transferring a 2M product line to in house distribution

Participated in contract reviews and on site audits of Manufacturing Companies

Aeton Medical and Zimmer Spine

Helped create Quality Manual and Quality procedures for Manufacturing Company as well as Dental Company

Helped get approved for ISO13485 for both Manufacturing and Dental companies

Consistently reviewed product and purchased on a timely basis, keeping inventory levels at an acceptable number

Productivity Center, Inc.

Designed and implemented Sales Projection Plan and Forecast for Software Company

All Companies

Liaison between other departments to coordinate product issues that needed resolution

Work History

2009 2021 Aeton Medical

Operations Manager

2000 2009 Zimmer Spine

Planner/Buyer

1996 2000 Productivity Center Inc.

Product Specialist

Project Manager

Sales and Marketing Administrator

Office Manager

1985 1996 R. H. Macy’s

Executive Secretary

Operational Secretary

Regional Training Assistant

Training and Recruitment Coordinator

Personnel Assistant

Bridal Coordinator

Education

2004 APICS

Certified Completion of Detailed Planning and Scheduling

2003 Texas Manufacturing Assistance Center

Certified Completion of Internal Auditing

1983 1984 National Bridal Service

Certified Registered Bridal Consultant

1981 1982 Miss Wades Fashion Merchandising College

Advertising, Marketing, and Fashion Design

1979 1981 Texas State University

Accounting, Business, and Public Relations

References upon request

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