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AMY VANDEN ELST

AMY VANDEN ELST

Kentwood,MI

Summary

Detail-oriented and experienced professional working with several facets of the merchandising process in the CPG industry. Proven ability to accurately multi-task and meet deadlines in a fast-paced industry. Highly skilled at contract drafting, learning new systems and communication.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

Business Manager Assistant for Meat and Deli

CA CARLIN
10.2021 - Current
  • Draft, maintain and manage all contracts for SpartanNash
  • Set up new items for Meijer and SpartanNash
  • Manage images for the meijer.com website, editing the image specs as needed
  • Run various reports for Meijer using MicroStrategy
  • Manage varying elements for Johnsonville, Buddig and Bazooka proprietary systems for deduction clearance
  • Help with miscellaneous and special projects as needed across all areas


Contract Drafting Specialist OTC - PepsiCo

ADVANTAGE SOLUTIONS
08.2015 - 10.2021
  • Draft promotion contracts for PepsiCo Warehouse Sales for Albertsons/Safeway, Ahold and Kroger
  • Ability to prioritize multiple Customer deadlines while maintaining 99.9% accuracy

Customer Service Specialist

ADVANTAGE SOLUTIONS
04.2013 - 08.2015
  • Liaison between the customer and vendor for order processing
  • Key accounts included Del Monte and Barilla

Merchandise Associate

MEIJER, INC.
01.2007 - 12.2012
  • Responsible to work with the Buyer, Inventory Control Analyst and Planning Analyst for Direct Store Delivery (DSD) and Warehouse categories
  • Created ad plans for all promotions, entered deals and pricing for all markets
  • Provided all areas with basic data needs at any time

Promotion Specialist

MEIJER, INC.
01.2000 - 12.2006
  • Co-developed the Promotions Specialist role, responsible for executing consistently accurate print ads with a focus on standardizing the process across all departments
  • Engaged problem-solving skills to assess new ways to execute data more efficiently to produce a successful ad.
  • Worked closely with the Buyer and Vendor to compile all necessary components, including pricing and imagery.
  • Provided and participated in weekly meetings to discuss post-ad analytical results and evaluate outcome.


Buyer Assistant

MEIJER, INC.
01.1993 - 12.2000

Merchandise Manager Assistant

MEIJER, INC.
01.1991 - 12.1992

Merchandise Support Services - Meat/Seafood

MEIJER, INC.
01.1989 - 12.1990

Education

Business Administration -

Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI

Business Administration -

Davenport University
Grand Rapids, MI

Skills

  • Decisive
  • Resourceful
  • Proficient at learning new systems
  • Good communication skills
  • Fast learner
  • Attention to detail
  • Analytical thinking
  • Data entry
  • Pricing and signage updates
  • Contract management

Accomplishments

    DemandTec, MicroStratgey, Microsfot Suite, InSite, VendorNet, PIM/Stibo, SAP, Oracle, ProsperPlanner, GenWeb, GIMP

Category Experience

Carb Beverages, Beer, Liquor, Dairy, Salty Snacks, Commercial Bread, Cookies/Crackers, Sweet Goods, Canned Fruit/Vegetables, Breakfast, Cigarettes/Tobacco, Meat/Seafood

Timeline

Business Manager Assistant for Meat and Deli

CA CARLIN
10.2021 - Current

Contract Drafting Specialist OTC - PepsiCo

ADVANTAGE SOLUTIONS
08.2015 - 10.2021

Customer Service Specialist

ADVANTAGE SOLUTIONS
04.2013 - 08.2015

Merchandise Associate

MEIJER, INC.
01.2007 - 12.2012

Promotion Specialist

MEIJER, INC.
01.2000 - 12.2006

Buyer Assistant

MEIJER, INC.
01.1993 - 12.2000

Merchandise Manager Assistant

MEIJER, INC.
01.1991 - 12.1992

Merchandise Support Services - Meat/Seafood

MEIJER, INC.
01.1989 - 12.1990

Business Administration -

Davenport University

Business Administration -

Western Michigan University

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