Lifetime Veterans of Foreign War Member (VFW)
Andre P. Wilson
Analyst
Delanco,NJ
Summary
Experienced Allocation Analyst offering three years of success in managing availability of in-season products by aligning inventory to merchandising strategies. Consistent in growing margins and meeting seasonal market demand. Talented in conducting in-season and post-season analysis to identify opportunities for sales growth. Proven leader in allocating goods to stores to meet and exceed sales goals, managing office work and resolving problems for customers.
Resourceful Project Manager with 20 years of expertise in organizing business operations, financial oversight and resource management to achieve smooth flow and project operations. Leads procurement of resources including equipment and supplies. Monitors projects by adhering to production schedule and budget, managing production team, identifying problems and providing targeted solutions. Knowledgeable in accounting principles, bookkeeping, budget and financial management.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Allocation Analyst
Burlington Stores, Inc.
Burlington Township, NJ
06.2022 - Current
- Researched latest market trends and key business metrics to identify best-fit products for organization
- Assessed information from store locations to identify popular sizes of specific items and replenish supplies to meet expected demands
- Analyzed reports on purchased items to determine which merchandise was popular and which items were not moving sales-wise
- Utilized Burlington Software to check inventory levels and determine if there was sufficient merchandise to drive sales
- Developed action plans to help minimize overall company risk
- Conducted research to address shipping errors and packaging mistakes
- Monitored inventory levels exceeding 500,000 to maintain sufficient supply levels to meet business and customer needs
- Factored shipping procedures, rates and routes in making determinations on best shipping methods for materials
Business Consulting
Centri Business Consulting
Philadelphia, PA
03.2006 - 01.2022
- Analyzed key aspects of business to evaluate factors driving results and summarized into presentations
- Conducted interviews with key business users to collect information on business processes and user requirements
- Organized and oversaw solid business projections to bringing in 20% of revenue objective in next years
- Executed analysis of risks and identified risk mitigation strategies
- Led cross-functional teams to analyze and understand enterprise-wide operational impacts and opportunities of technology changes
- Researched competitors to build report of rising trends in IPO and SPEC markets
- Drafted reports on company financial metrics to assess successes and account for deficiencies
- Applied honed problem-solving skills to analyze and resolve issues impacting business operations and goal achievement
Mobile Social Marketing Co-op/Intern
SocialLadder
Philadelphia, PA
09.2018 - 03.2019
- Assembled and analyzed company’s 200,000 social media digital marketing ambassadors through Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram
- Orchestrated and implemented reconstruction of Brand Ambassador customer service system in Zendesk that reconciling 90% backlog and yielding productive less than two-hour response time
- Promoted to chair and cultivated entire SocialLadder Ambassador Customer Management team through action logs, scripts, and procedures to improve service, develop relationships with vendors, and producers, all while conducting ongoing analysis of customer service through online telecommunications, reaching 98% excellence customer overall rating
- Composed social media content within Apple and Android systems to engage, assign digital and real-world tasks, monitor engagement, and reward successful ambassadors through three major social media platforms
Chief Operational Officer
TAAP Entertainment & Event Planning
Philadelphia, PA
01.2010 - 09.2017
- Headed team of 25 employees in national artist booking and event planning agency that increased revenue from $1 million to $5 million in three years through marketing strategies, smart production, intense research, and new development
- Increased quarterly profits by 65% by developing new business strategies securing additional state, city and municipal contracts including Philadelphia Dell Music Center formally known as Robinhood Dell Music
- Series Slashed yearly budget by 25% while simultaneously increasing entertainer relations through in-house artist contract negotiations
- Created TAAP Travel Agency which provide additional 10% annual commission revenue on all artist and employee travel throughout world
- Coordinated leadership workshops to educate team members on best practices to optimize productivity
Programming Coordinator
New Jersey Civil Service Commission, County
Burlington, NJ
03.2006 - 08.2009
- Researched, planned, developed, and organized special events, concerts, festivals, and corporate meetings for Burlington County, NJ, while facilitating $1.2 million increased annual budget from $750,000 through operational cost-saving strategies
- Served as Director of Burlington County Amphitheater, overseeing 46 concert music series, yearly during summer featuring 50% increases in nationally known musical entertainers
- Streamlined six-member production team on concert nights which provided 20% annual budget growth allowing for more well-named artists and ensured correct technical arrangements have been met by contracting sound and lighting for entire 46 concert series
- Facilitated programming by coordinating resources and deliverables between departments.
- Verified compliance of all state, and county public safety policies and laws
Municipal Police Officer
Philadelphia Police Department School Division
Philadelphia, PA
03.1992 - 06.2006
- Engaged with local individuals and community leaders to discuss 25% crime reduction strategies
- Enforced laws and ordinances through visual observation and Investigations.
- Coordinated swift and tactical responses to wide range of criminal issues.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence and questioned witnesses.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses and damage to property.
- Processed, verified and utilized tips to initiate speedy resolutions for investigations.
- Maintained tight controls during static and mobile surveillance operations to protect validity and usefulness of evidence collected.
- Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
- Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as witness under oath in court.
Senior Special Event Coordinator
TAAP Entertainment
Philadelphia, PA
01.1992 - 01.2000
- Specialized event planner for high-end customers, state and city officials, promoters at Mann Music Center, and motivational speakers performing at local colleges
- Staffed events by maintaining roster of available personnel and reliable service providers.
- Developed site-specific operations plans governing aspects such as catering and hospitality for events.
- Engineered marketing plan for promoters that included invitations, flyers, and advertisements through Print Shop and Adobe software programs
- Forecasted event break-even point, and sales strategy through setting financial budget, analyzed goals, and pre- negotiated artist pricing to achieve optimal company profits
- Resolved issues with service providers and inventory vendors to produce smooth events.
Electronics Engineer
United States Navy
Norfolk, VA
07.1983 - 10.1989
- Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings and engineering instructions to properly assemble electronics units.
- Created diverse range of build structure templates to easily implement new functionalities.
- Provided team members and leadership with documentation such as test results, system design specifications and status reports.
- Evaluated operational systems and recommended design modifications to eliminate causes of malfunctions or changes in system requirements.
- Repaired printed circuit boards or subassemblies by replacing electronic and or mechanical components in correct orientation.
- Utilized soldering iron to adjust and replace defective or improperly functioning circuitry and electronics components.
- Performed preventive maintenance and calibration of equipment and systems.
- Recommended repair or design modifications of electronics components or systems based on factors such as environment, service or system capabilities.
Education
MBA - Business Consulting
Drexel University, LeBow College of Business
09.2021 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Marketing, And Business Analytics
Drexel University LeBow College of Business
Philadelphia, PA 09.2017 - 09.2021
Skills
Analytics
Affiliations
Lifetime Veterans of Foreign War Member (VFW) April 2018 - Present
Philly Ad Club Member October 2017- Present
Drexel Consulting Group September 2017 - Present
Drexel Veteran Association September 2017 - Present
American Marketing Association September 2017 - Present
NAACP - Executive Board Member April 2006 - June 2019
Additional Information
- HONORS and AWARDS, City of Philadelphia Liberty Bell Recipient June 1992
- Philadelphia Police Department Hero Citizen Award August 1992
- Fort Dix Commander’s Outstanding Citizen Award July 2007
- U.S. Army Volunteer Corps Volunteer of the Year Award July 2007
Interests
United States Navy Veteran
Timeline
Allocation Analyst
Burlington Stores, Inc.
06.2022 - Current
MBA - Business Consulting
Drexel University, LeBow College of Business
09.2021 - 12.2022
Mobile Social Marketing Co-op/Intern
SocialLadder
09.2018 - 03.2019
Bachelor of Science - Marketing, And Business Analytics
Drexel University LeBow College of Business
09.2017 - 09.2021
Chief Operational Officer
TAAP Entertainment & Event Planning
01.2010 - 09.2017
Business Consulting
Centri Business Consulting
03.2006 - 01.2022
Programming Coordinator
New Jersey Civil Service Commission, County
03.2006 - 08.2009
Municipal Police Officer
Philadelphia Police Department School Division
03.1992 - 06.2006
Senior Special Event Coordinator
TAAP Entertainment
01.1992 - 01.2000
Electronics Engineer
United States Navy
07.1983 - 10.1989
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