GINA GIOVANNINI-VARGAS
FORKED RIVER,NJ
Summary
Well-rounded, initiative-taking, extremely efficient, results driven and self-directed professional with more than 15 years of experience in operations; supply chain planning, purchasing, and inventory management. Well-trained decision-maker with focused attention on detail and drive to manage order flows with expert precision. Offering exemplary client relationship and support skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Supply Chain Analyst/CPD
L'Oreal
08.2021 - Current
- Optimized supply chain processes by implementing data-driven analysis and forecasting methods resulting in YE fill rate of 90%
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and execute end-to-end supply chain strategies that supported business objectives, i.e. quarterly re-pipe initiatives resulting in adt’l $2.2MM YE incremental sales
- Streamlined procurement processes, enhancing supplier relationships and reducing lead times for critical materials, i.e. partnering with LTL consolidation carrier to drive on time improvements.
- Worked closely with sales teams to understand customer needs, ensuring appropriate inventory levels were maintained to meet demand fluctuations effectively.
- Improved forecasting systems to maintain adequate materials and supplies in Data Alliance.
- Supported senior leaders by delivering reports outlining performance to drive process improvements.
Supply Chain Planner/LPD/ACD
L'Oreal
07.2017 - 07.2021
- Improved supply chain efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing cost-saving measures, resulted in reducing plant EO by 1.7MM.
- Lead transition of Mascara catalog to North Little Rock plant.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to report E&O for monthly Trax meetings.
- Reduced lead times by establishing strong relationships with suppliers and improving communication channels which resulted in reducing 68% service cuts (3.3MM units).
- Conducted thorough risk assessments to mitigate potential supply chain disruptions.
- Evaluated vendor performances, identifying opportunities for improvement and fostering long-term partnerships, i.e. lead the tube catalog transition of 200+ SKUs.
Senior Production Planner
PVH CORP
11.2006 - 03.2017
- Oversaw production process from initial design concept to bulk production.
- Increased production efficiency by streamlining workflow processes and implementing time-saving strategies, i.e. analyzing reports to communicate ownership vs order imbalances.
- Ensuring factories achieve on-time delivery and meet SOPs.
- Problem solving strategies such as addressing product quality concerns, labeling discrepancies, and expediting transportation to DC and customer selling floor.
- Provided mentorship and guidance to junior planners, fostering professional growth within the team.
Product Development Planner
JONES APPAREL GROUP
04.2006 - 11.2006
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align goals and ensure project success
- Achieved on-time completion of projects with diligent scheduling and resource management, i.e. monitoring daily status of line development
- Prepared design specification packages to give technical design
- Identified potential risks, implementing mitigation plans to minimize impact on project timelines utilizing project management software.
Education
Bachelor of Science: Marketing & Management -
The Art Institute of Pittsburgh
01.2015
Skills
- Purchasing Processes
- Data Analysis
- Continuous Improvement
- Supply Chain Planning
- Written and Verbal Communication
- Production planning
- Process improvement
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Risk management
- ERP systems proficiency
- Project management
- Inventory management
Timeline
Supply Chain Analyst/CPD
L'Oreal
08.2021 - Current
Supply Chain Planner/LPD/ACD
L'Oreal
07.2017 - 07.2021
Senior Production Planner
PVH CORP
11.2006 - 03.2017
Product Development Planner
JONES APPAREL GROUP
04.2006 - 11.2006
Bachelor of Science: Marketing & Management -
The Art Institute of Pittsburgh
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