Courtney Sanderson
Pineville,MO
Summary
Accomplished Senior Supply Planning Manager with a proven track record at Sam's Club, enhancing operational metrics. Extensive background in Global Replenishment System (GRS) and adept at fostering strong relationships, I excel in strategic supply chain management and collaborative problem-solving.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Supply Planning Manager- Beverage
Sam's Club
Bentonville, AR
08.2021 - Current
- Leads a team of 4 Supply Planning Managers covering all of the Beverage category.
- Identifies opportunities for improvement in operational performance metrics. Drove OTIF in Beverage to 83% average range, running up +12% over LY.
- Conducted and participated in regular meetings with department stakeholders to review progress on strategic initiatives on product flow and internal communication processes.
- Partner with Ecomm and Operations partners on item activation growth within our Ecomm channel. Weekly communication on flow and availability constraints and opportunities.
- Lead and push team members to be high performing collaborative partners across different replenishments pillars (IE: Demand Planning and Club Solutions while while driving results.
Replenishment Manager - Health and Beauty
Sam's Club
Bentonville, AR
02.2019 - 08.2021
- Oversaw the replenishment of multiple sub-categories in Healthy and Beauty aids, working with Merchants to maintain in-stock while optimizing inventory -
- Performed routine and non-routine replenishment tasks.
- Established and executed optimal flow plans with Merchant and Suppliers to improve team performance and item availability through ISB and presentation levels on planograms.
- Created weekly reports on the performance of replenishment processes.
- Created a collaborative work environment by fostering open communication between team members and departments involved in the replenishment process.
- Assisted in driving dynamic sales through the COVID pandemic on hand sanitizer while maintaining optimal flow in clubs and coordination availability from each supplier.
Replenishment Manager, Pets
Walmart
Bentonville, AR
07.2013 - 01.2019
- Executed daily replenishment of multiple categories in Pets department. Dog Treats, Training Aids, Dog Accessories, Import Puppy Pads. Worked with Merchant and Planner to maintain in-stock while optimizing inventory - Perform routine and non-routine replenishment tasks.
- Oversaw flow and replenishment of yearly Holiday Pet gifting program. Provided weekly recaps on sell-through and performance, while calling out liabilities.
- Reviewed and monitored 30/60/90 inventory and financial plans weekly with Merchant and Planner
Alaska Merchandising Replenishment and Planner
Walmart
Bentonville, AR
04.2010 - 06.2013
- Responsibility for ALL departments in 8 Alaska Walmart's with primary focus on Alaska local vendor replenishment.
- Coordinated and monitored flow of product for the food area with corporate replenishment partners during Holidays to accompany Alaska’s extended lead time.
- Worked with Alaska merchant to plan and implement key Store of The Community programs to support the Alaska market (Ie: Bikes, Cruise Ship/Tourist Season, Alaska Dividend Fund)
- Communicated closely with RDC and HVDC locations that serviced the Alaska market.
Alaska Merchandising Buyers Assistand
Walmart
Bentonville, AR
10.2006 - 04.2010
- Created working relationship with Corporate US buying and replenishment team to drive efficiency in dynamic market.
- Assisted merchant with timing & configuration for modular. Monitored canceled item inventory flow to minimize markdowns.
- Associate of the Year for 2007 in Alaska Merchandising Division.
Direct Imports/ Customs Classification Specialist
Walmart
Bentonville, AR
09.2003 - 10.2006
- Daily duties included working item revisions, resolved PO’s with Customs issues as they made entry into the US.
Education
No Degree - Basic Studies
NorthWest Arkansas Community College
Bentonville, ARHigh School Diploma -
Bentonville High School
Bentonville, AR05-2002
Skills
- Global Replenishment System (GRS)
- Supply Chain / Logistics / Operations
- Customer Focused
- Problem Resolution
- Multi-task organization
- Relationship Building
- Forecasting
Timeline
Senior Supply Planning Manager- Beverage
Sam's Club
08.2021 - Current
Replenishment Manager - Health and Beauty
Sam's Club
02.2019 - 08.2021
Replenishment Manager, Pets
Walmart
07.2013 - 01.2019
Alaska Merchandising Replenishment and Planner
Walmart
04.2010 - 06.2013
Alaska Merchandising Buyers Assistand
Walmart
10.2006 - 04.2010
Direct Imports/ Customs Classification Specialist
Walmart
09.2003 - 10.2006
No Degree - Basic Studies
NorthWest Arkansas Community College
High School Diploma -
Bentonville High School