Amanda Bennett
Inventory & Demand Planning Manager
La Crescent,MN
Summary
Results-driven Demand Planner with expertise in forecasting, inventory optimization, and data analysis. Skilled in fostering collaboration and adapting to changing requirements while delivering measurable outcomes. Excels in managing multiple projects with precision and timeliness through strong organizational skills and prioritization.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Inventory & Demand Planning Manager
DLF La Crosse Seed
01.2025 - Current
- Established inter-departmental operational processes and process improvements.
- project management—North America strategy
- Supported VP Supply Chain, Director Of Operations, and Operations Managers with process implementation, training, and process improvements.
- management accountability
- Streamline development of a 12-month rolling supply forecast by incorporating demand and historical sales data.
- supervising inventory and production coordinators; directing and evaluating progress, progress training, and cross-training.
- Promoted positive team environment to foster development of team members.
- ensuring timely delivery of incoming goods (transfer or purchase) and accurate inventory records within the company.
- oversee quality, quantity, cost, and efficiency for goods movement and storage; including raw materials, packaging, and related items;
- Reviewed weekly and monthly sales demand trends to confirm needed inventory availability in each location.
- Prepared bi-weekly reporting for leadership covering overall potential to fill sales demand.
- Collaborated with supply chain to ensure seed supply procurement aligned with needs.
- Collaborate with staff resources aligned to changing needs.
- Drove cost savings by aligning inventory placement with customer service priorities.
- Briefed management on key planning issues and recommended critical business decisions.
- worked alongside sales support team on order placement in best locations to serve customers.
- Ensured timely completion of mixing and reconditioning to meet customer needs.
- Ensured management team, salespeople, and employees received clear communication of planning objectives and new initiatives.
- Coordinated production schedules to ensure deadline attainment.
- manage third-party production needs (coating orders).
- Created and managed minimums and maximums for habitually used items by site.
- Ensure floor stocking plans align with sales demand and executed accordingly.
Inventory & Quality Control Lead
LaCrosse Seed
05.2022 - 01.2025
- Root cause analysis for all inventory discrepancies
- Develop and implement strategies to optimize inventory management and minimize losses
- Analyze inventory data to identify trends and develop reports for management
- Analyzed inventory data to identify trends, providing actionable reports for management
- Run daily cycle counts for all distribution sites
- Updated item segment codes to improve inventory classification
- Ensure missing items are moved to CNF until resolution is determined
- Conducted weekly cleaning of bulk bins to maintain hygiene standards
- Provide management weekly CNF reports
- Tracked instances of damage and shrinkage in inventory to identify patterns and recommend ways to reduce it
- Recognized obsolete inventory items to facilitate removal from stock and work with management to determine best way to remove it
Sales Support Specialist
La Crosse Seed
10.2020 - 05.2022
- Recommended products to customers based on individual needs and interests, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Answered customers' questions about products, prices & availability.
- Provided product samples and catalogs to support customer decision-making and facilitate sales.
- Processed customer orders and invoicing
- Provided administrative support to multiple salespeople including preparing documents and presentations; arranging meetings, conference calls, transportation; etc.
- Greeted customers by name and displayed respectful attitude, helping develop rapport with customer base and build lasting relationships.
- Developed deep product knowledge to assist customers in making informed purchasing decisions from catalogs and menus.
- Product Knowledge; Sales from Catalogs/Menus
- Greeted customers by name and maintained respectful attitude, fostering rapport and building lasting customer relationships.
- Maintained knowledge of company products.
Accounting Assistant/Title Clerk
Toyota of LaCrosse
02.2015 - 03.2020
- Facilitated timely payments by communicating with vendors and clients, contributing to reduction of outstanding accounts receivable
- Reviewed general ledger entries for accuracy and completeness
- Maintained accuracy when reviewing and reconciling general ledger
- Monitored open accounts and pursued payments to control account balances
- Communicated with vendors and clients to facilitate timely payments and reduce outstanding accounts receivable
- Supported efficient accounting operations with high-quality administrative support
- Collaborated internally with team members and employees across multiple departments and accounting to ensure consistent circulation and billing data
- Coordinated transfer of vehicle ownership titles from dealers to purchasers for new, used, and wholesale sales, ensuring compliance with regulations
- Managed and filed paperwork to transfer vehicle ownership title from dealer to purchaser for new, used and wholesale sales
- Processed and maintained completed title documents through electronic vehicle registration program, leveraging expertise in computerized systems
- Processed completed and signed title documents through electronic vehicle registration program and maintained expert knowledge of computerized systems
- Investigated and solved accuracy issues on titles, odometer readings, and power of attorney
- Assisted new vehicle owners to understand title transfer process and steps required of owners to finish process
- Post all new, preowned, dealer trade, and wholesale vehicle sales to accounting Payoff Liens on vehicle Trade-ins and off street purchases
- Daily Deposits for multiple departments, remote check deposits, communication with Controller and Internal Audit Department of daily deposits
- Processed daily deposits for multiple departments to ensure accurate financial records. for multiple departments, remote check deposits, communication with Controller and Internal Audit Department of daily deposits
- Sorted incoming mail and directed to correct personnel
Administrative
Al's Auto Body of LaCrosse
09.2009 - 01.2015
- Set Appointments with Customers Communicated with Insurance companies
- Managed office inventory, ensuring supplies were restocked to meet operational needs
- Scheduled appointments with customers to discuss services. Communicated with Insurance companies
- Entered data in Audatex software
- AP/AR Requested parts from suppliers to maintain inventory. Assisted with Payroll
Education
High School Diploma -
LaCrescent- Hokah High School
La Crescent, MN06-2004
Skills
- Demand Planning
- Forecasting
- Inventory Management
- Process Improvement
- Accounts Receivable Management
- AR/AP documentation
- Payment Processing
- Microsoft excel
- Microsoft word
- Data Analysis Tools
- Time management
- Team Development
Timeline
Inventory & Demand Planning Manager
DLF La Crosse Seed
01.2025 - Current
Inventory & Quality Control Lead
LaCrosse Seed
05.2022 - 01.2025
Sales Support Specialist
La Crosse Seed
10.2020 - 05.2022
Accounting Assistant/Title Clerk
Toyota of LaCrosse
02.2015 - 03.2020
Administrative
Al's Auto Body of LaCrosse
09.2009 - 01.2015
High School Diploma -
LaCrescent- Hokah High School