DESIREE’ DYSON
Houston
Summary
Marketing and contract operations professional with a strong background in pricing strategy, contract activation, and digital marketing. Proven ability to collaborate across departments, manage key accounts, and drive revenue through process improvements. Experienced in both healthcare and consumer product spaces, with advanced skills in analytics, communication, and leadership.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Contract Analyst
Stryker
07.2021 - Current
- Streamlined pricing processes through automation, increasing efficiency and accuracy of data management.
- Reduced discrepancies in financial reporting by implementing strict quality control measures for pricing data.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop comprehensive market intelligence for informed decisionmaking.
- Enhanced company''s profit margins by identifying opportunities for price optimization and strategic discounts.
- Calculate monthly rebate payouts for hospitals, IDNs, and GPOs; analyze discrepancies and lead resolution efforts.
- Load pricing agreements into Model N and Oracle, working closely with customer service, legal, and national accounts teams.Created SOPs and trained new hires on JDE 9.1 and pricing structure logic.
- Established performance metrics to monitor contract progress, enabling timely intervention when needed.
Store Manager
Mimi Morton
12.2021 - 12.2022
- Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
- Addressed customer complaints promptly and professionally, resolving issues to maintain positive relationships with clientele.
- Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
Social Media Manager
Mimi Morton
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Managed multiple social media platforms, ensuring a consistent brand voice and message.
- Boosted engagement rates with the creation of compelling and visually appealing content.
- Optimized posting schedules based on platform-specific analytics to maximize content visibility.
- Successfully built a loyal following by consistently sharing valuable content that resonated with the target audience.
Corporate Sales Intern
Inventory Locator Service
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Developed a deep understanding of competitors'' offerings, effectively positioning our products as superior alternatives during sales pitches.
- Strengthened client relationships through exceptional customer service and prompt followups.
- Maintained detailed records of client interactions in CRM software, streamlining future communications and account management efforts.
- Provided valuable insights to the product development team, assisting in the improvement of existing offerings and the creation of new products that better address customer needs.
Marketing Intern
West Cancer Clinic
09.2019 - 03.2021
- Assisted in creating written, video, and image content for marketing channels.
- Participated in brainstorming sessions, contributing fresh ideas that led to innovative marketing initiatives.
- Researched interesting and relevant content to capture interest and improve site traffic.
- Researched competitor trends and interpreted findings to report conclusions to supervisors.
Education
Master Of Business Administration - Management
University of Memphis
Memphis, TNBachelor Of Administration - Marketing Management
University of Memphis
Memphis, TN05.2021
Bachelor Of Health Science - Health Administration
University of Memphis
Memphis, TN05.2021
Skills
- Social Media & Digital Marketing
- Revenue Optimization & Rebate Management
- ERP Systems: JDE, Oracle, Model N
- Business Intelligence Tools: Power BI
- Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc)
- Leadership, Communication, Strategic Thinking
Accomplishments
- 3X Gold Medal Recognition for Presidential Volunteer Service Award
- Advocated for 13+ years and devoted more than 5000 hours to implementing and supporting bullying prevention and education initiative
- Phi Mu National Outstanding Collegiate Member for Service to Campus/Community Award
- Tipton County Outstanding Citizen Recognition
- University of Memphis Distinguished Service Award
- As Student Body President, I raised $40,425 for the University of Memphis’ George Floyd Memorial Scholarship Fund through a self-started fundraiser
Timeline
Store Manager
Mimi Morton
12.2021 - 12.2022
Social Media Manager
Mimi Morton
08.2021 - 12.2021
Contract Analyst
Stryker
07.2021 - Current
Corporate Sales Intern
Inventory Locator Service
01.2021 - 05.2021
Marketing Intern
West Cancer Clinic
09.2019 - 03.2021
Master Of Business Administration - Management
University of Memphis
Bachelor Of Administration - Marketing Management
University of Memphis
Bachelor Of Health Science - Health Administration
University of Memphis
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