Gavin Vinstra
Grand Rapids,MI
Summary
Dynamic Pricing Analyst with a proven track record at Stryker, leveraging data analysis and effective communication to drive enterprise pricing initiatives. Enhanced pricing operations through tool modernization and delivered actionable insights that shaped pricing strategy and contract negotiations, fostering strong partnerships across departments to achieve impactful business outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Pricing Analyst
Stryker
Portage, MI
06.2022 - Current
- Delivered analytical insights that informed pricing strategy, contract negotiations, and revenue-focused business decisions
- Collaborated with commercial teams to launch and manage contracted pricing agreements for strategic healthcare customers, ensuring alignment with business goals
- Led and supported enterprise pricing initiatives, including Salesforce implementation and process transformation efforts
- Modernized pricing operations through tool upgrades, improved reporting, and streamlined workflows
- Built strong partnerships across Sales, Finance, Operations, and Contracting to drive successful business outcomes
Supply Chain Intern
Stryker
Portage, MI
05.2021 - 07.2021
- Developed Power BI dashboards to enhance visibility into company performance metrics for better decision-making
- Led initiative to clean and consolidate data into one central repository, improving data accessibility and reliability
- Assisted in launching dedicated inventory tool through rounds of testing and reevaluation
- Created onboarding user manual for supplier quoting tools to streamline training process for new users
Sales Representative
Vector Marketing Corporation
Portage, MI
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Generated new sales leads through cold calling and networking activities
- Conducted sales presentations to educate customers on product features and benefits
- Developed customer relationships through effective communication and product demonstrations
- Collaborated with team members to achieve sales goals and improve strategies
Busser
Black Rock Bar and Grill
Portage, MI
06.2018 - 08.2018
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure efficient service during busy periods
- Partnered with colleagues to maintain cleanliness and enhance customer satisfaction
- Enhanced attention to detail to improve overall customer experience
- Developed communication skills through effective teamwork
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Supply Chain Management
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI05-2022
Skills
- Pricing strategy
- Data analysis
- Reporting tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Process improvement
- Effective communication
Timeline
Pricing Analyst
Stryker
06.2022 - Current
Supply Chain Intern
Stryker
05.2021 - 07.2021
Sales Representative
Vector Marketing Corporation
05.2019 - 08.2019
Busser
Black Rock Bar and Grill
06.2018 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Supply Chain Management
Michigan State University