Dominique Rice
Columbus,OH
Summary
Dominique is a self-starter with strong interpersonal skills and a keen attention to detail. Focused on the success of the team, Dominique maintains a strong work ethic and possesses a broad skillset developed over multiple years in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Dominique is a product management professional skilled in leading product lifecycle from conception to launch. Proven ability to analyze market trends and customer needs to develop successful product strategies. Known for collaborative teamwork and adaptability in dynamic environments, ensuring alignment with business goals and delivering impactful results.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Product Line Manager, Acids, Bases, ICP & AA Standards
GFS Chemicals
11.2023 - Current
- Identify and develop new sales opportunities and/or products based on market needs
- Manages the product line from strategic planning to tactical activities
- Strategic activities including long-term product development plans and strategies
- Represent the company by visiting customers to solicit feedback on company products and services
- Work closely with engineering teams to deliver with quick time-to-market and optimal resources
- Scopes and prioritizes activities based on business and customer impact
- Develops product pricing and positioning strategies
Account Manager, Fine Chemical Products Sales
Milliken & Company
04.2022 - 10.2023
- Manages28 million dollars in total sales account revenue under Milliken’s EO/PO, Anhydrides and Resale businesses
- Manages technical relationships between outside agencies, including but not limited to, governmental contracts and agencies, toll manufacturers, R&D and Analytical services
- Manages customer and product specific projects including all new products, process and quality improvements, capacity expansions and etcetera from customers within domain of account management
Sales, Fine Chemicals
Wiley Companies
06.2021 - 04.2022
- Supports Fine Chemicals Business Unit in managing legacy products as well as the investigation of new markets, products, and services in accordance with Wiley Companies business goals, while providing internal support to existing and potential customers
- Manages and maintain relationships with Wiley Companies Algal Oil and Cetyl Myristoleate customers
- Conducts calls and face-to-face meetings and travels to meet prospects and customers
Quality Specialist, Commercial Development Liaison
Wiley Companies
04.2016 - 06.2021
- Managed Wiley Companies Special Services, including HALAL and Kosher Certification
- Provided Regulatory support to both Wiley Companies AlaskOmega Omega-3 and Fine Chemicals Sales Divisions
- Leader of Wiley Companies Food Safety Team, coordinating HACCP plan creation/generation and review for new and continuous processes
- GMP Services Coordinator, ensuring Wiley Companies met standards for Food Safety and Security Certification - FSSC22000 and ISO9001 certification
- Tracked all SBU key performance indicators (KPIs) for Wiley Companies organization ensuring customer satisfaction and SBU efficiency
Quality Specialist, Commercial Development Liaison
Wiley Companies
04.2016 - 06.2021
- Managed Wiley Companies Special Services, including HALAL and Kosher Certification
- Provided Regulatory support to both Wiley Companies AlaskOmega Omega-3 and Fine Chemicals Sales Divisions
- Leader of Wiley Companies Food Safety Team, coordinating HACCP plan creation/generation and review for new and continuous processes
- GMP Services Coordinator, ensuring Wiley Companies met standards for Food Safety and Security Certification - FSSC22000 and ISO9001 certification
- Tracked all SBU key performance indicators (KPIs) for Wiley Companies organization ensuring customer satisfaction and SBU efficiency
Operations Supervisor
Barnes and Noble Education
01.2013 - 04.2016
- Tracked key KPIs across different functions, including IT, customer support, and finance
- Monitored compliance with operational policies and the progress of administrative tasks
Operations Supervisor
Barnes and Noble Education
01.2013 - 04.2016
- Tracked key KPIs across different functions, including IT, customer support, and finance
- Monitored compliance with operational policies and the progress of administrative tasks
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business
Central Ohio Technical College
01.2023
Bachelor of Science - Speech Language Pathology
The Ohio State University
01.2017
Skills
- Product performance metrics
- Customer insight
- Value proposition development
- Manufacturing operations
- Product marketing
- Demand forecasting
- Pricing strategy
- Product training
- Portfolio management
- Product launches
- Product positioning
Certification
- Seafood HACCP Certification – Association of Food and Drug Officials
- FSSC2200 Certified Internal Auditor – Registrar Corporation
- Preventive Controls for Human Foods – Preventive Controls Qualified Individual (PCQI) – Food Safety Preventive Controls Alliance (FSPCA)
- Cornell University GMP Training Course – Cornell University
CONTACT
- PHONE: +1 (740)502-0596
- LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dominique-rice-09709a129/
- EMAIL: ricedominique@gmail.com
Timeline
Product Line Manager, Acids, Bases, ICP & AA Standards
GFS Chemicals
11.2023 - Current
Account Manager, Fine Chemical Products Sales
Milliken & Company
04.2022 - 10.2023
Sales, Fine Chemicals
Wiley Companies
06.2021 - 04.2022
Quality Specialist, Commercial Development Liaison
Wiley Companies
04.2016 - 06.2021
Quality Specialist, Commercial Development Liaison
Wiley Companies
04.2016 - 06.2021
Operations Supervisor
Barnes and Noble Education
01.2013 - 04.2016
Operations Supervisor
Barnes and Noble Education
01.2013 - 04.2016
Bachelor of Science - Business
Central Ohio Technical College
Bachelor of Science - Speech Language Pathology
The Ohio State University
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