Christopher Poremba
Throop
Summary
Dynamic Sr. Operations Manager at adidas with a proven track record in process improvement and inventory management. Expert in driving operational efficiency and stakeholder engagement, consistently enhancing performance metrics. Adept at data analysis and project management, leading initiatives that significantly optimize supply chain operations.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Operations Manager
adidas
11.2022 - Current
- Responsible for managing the operations for the e-commerce and retail distribution center.
- Work closely with various stakeholders, both in the DC and among business partners across the network, to improve operational metrics and continuously improve processes.
- Identify and implement efficiency standards, and continuously drive change.
Manager Inventory Control
adidas
01.2019 - 11.2022
- Manage the end-to-end inventory cycle.
- Ensure inventory accuracy between multiple systems, including Manhattan, KNAPP, and SAP.
- Collaborate with the Operations teams to ensure timely delivery and minimal cancellations of products to our consumers.
- Partner with the training and operations teams to develop, improve, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures to maximize distribution center capacity, including both full inbound and outbound procedures.
- Work closely with the planning and forecasting teams in order to maintain a realistic and consistent flow of receipts and orders.
Inventory and Procurement Manager
Penn Foster
10.2009 - 12.2018
- Main responsibilities include system design and integration, streamlining operations, negotiating purchasing contracts for student materials, and reviewing contracts for other purchases, including facility-related services, venue rentals, travel, and budget management for a $15M+ budget.
Inventory Manager
Penn Foster
10.2006 - 09.2009
- Main responsibilities included managing a budget, keeping obsolescence in control, and identifying COGS savings opportunities in conjunction with the Purchasing Manager.
Inventory Analyst
Penn Foster
07.2005 - 10.2006
- Main responsibilities included forecasting for all aspects of inventory and purchasing.
- Also assisted accounting with reporting and month and year end closing tasks.
Assistant Inventory Analyst
Penn Foster
05.2004 - 07.2005
- Main responsibilities were monitoring back orders and AS400 item creation.
Education
B.S. - Business Management/ Marketing
Penn State University
05.2003
Skills
- Process improvement
- Inventory management
- Data analysis
- Supply chain management
- Project management
- Stakeholder engagement
Timeline
Sr. Operations Manager
adidas
11.2022 - Current
Manager Inventory Control
adidas
01.2019 - 11.2022
Inventory and Procurement Manager
Penn Foster
10.2009 - 12.2018
Inventory Manager
Penn Foster
10.2006 - 09.2009
Inventory Analyst
Penn Foster
07.2005 - 10.2006
Assistant Inventory Analyst
Penn Foster
05.2004 - 07.2005
B.S. - Business Management/ Marketing
Penn State University
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