Elizabeth Schmidt
Director Of Product And Inventory
Hackettstown,NJ
Summary
Accomplished Director of Product and Inventory at Bright School Kits, adept in operations management and team leadership. Elevated warehouse efficiency by 20% through innovative process improvements. Excel in problem-solving, project management, and fostering employee engagement. Proven track record in enhancing gross profit margins and optimizing inventory control with proficiency in Warehouse Management Systems and Microsoft Office Suite. Offering a blend of strong leadership and organizational skills, eager to learn and develop in dynamic environment. Contributes ability to quickly grasp industry-specific knowledge and adapt to new challenges, combined with proficiency in project management and strategic planning.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Product and Inventory
Bright School Kits
New Albany , IN
11.2020 - Current
- Improved project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices.
- Assume responsible for for tracking and analyzing vendor relationships, validating sku and product setup.
- Collaborate with accounting on bulk product sales and mange the Gross Profit Margins.
- Managed day-to-day logistics operations, including inventory management, order fulfillment, vendor coordination, and shipping schedules.
- Introduced new process and tools that increased warehouse operations efficiency by 20%.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication and goal setting.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
Assistant Manager
Party City
Hackettstown, New Jersey
07.2007 - 08.2012
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and merchandising expectations.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Promoted teamwork within the workplace by encouraging collaboration among staff members on various project tasks.
- Collaborated with the store manager to develop strategic plans for business growth and improvement. Work on opening and closing locations.
- Conducted employee performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback for growth and development.
- Assisted in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of new employees to maintain adequate staffing levels.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Scheduled staff shifts to ensure proper coverage during peak shopping hours without exceeding labor budgets.
- Oversaw daily operations to maintain store cleanliness and organization.
- Enhanced team productivity by streamlining operational processes.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust inventory orders accordingly.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hopatcong High School
Hopatcong, NJ 06.2000 - 06.2000
Business Management
Valencia College
Orlando, FLSkills
Problem-solving
Project management
Operations management
Team management
Stock Management
Inventory Control
Budget management
Warehouse Management Systems (Ordoro)
Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word/Sheets, Docs)
Budget management
Hubspot
Timeline
Director of Product and Inventory
Bright School Kits
11.2020 - Current
Assistant Manager
Party City
07.2007 - 08.2012
High School Diploma -
Hopatcong High School
06.2000 - 06.2000
Business Management
Valencia College
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