Jacqueline Pennington
Charlotte,NC
Summary
WSET level 3 certified professional with a passion for creating wine-focused content that is informative, engaging and aligned with the vision of my client. Possesses six years of professional experience working in a corporate environment developing skills in project management, taking on complex problems and maintaining a highly professional and deadline-driven decorum. I am combining these skill sets to transition my career to be a full-time writer.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Contributing Writer
Unpretentious Palate
01.2024 - Current
- Developed a compelling story, conducted thorough research and completed interviews to create a comprehensive article covering a new wine shop opening in Charlotte.
- Established relationships with industry experts that are involved in the project, enhancing the credibility of the published works.
Freelance Writer
ByJacquelinePennington.com
01.2024 - Current
- Conducted thorough research on the topic of wine, producing well-informed pieces tho resonate with readers.
- Delivered a variety of high-quality written content tailored to the wine industry and readers looking to expand their knowledge on the subject.
- Built a professional website for my portfolio of articles that each touch on a unique subject to display my diverse skillset and ability to create engaging content.
Procurement Expert and Category Manager
Multiple Organizations
02.2017 - Current
- Current Role: Category Program Manager at Foodbuy USA LLC.
- Additional Previous Employers in Supply Chain/Procurement: Reef Technology, Diggs Pet
- Increase overall category sales by developing and executing strategic plans.
- Enhance supplier relationships through regular communication and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
- Implement data-driven pricing strategies to maximize profit margins while remaining competitive in the marketplace.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Majors: Marketing, International Business
University of South Carolina - Columbia
Columbia, SC05.2016
Skills
- Deadline-Oriented
- Project Coordination
- Article Formatting
- Originality in Content
- Innovative Ideas
- Strong Research Skills
- Audience Engagement
Certification
WSET Level 3
Timeline
Contributing Writer
Unpretentious Palate
01.2024 - Current
Freelance Writer
ByJacquelinePennington.com
01.2024 - Current
Procurement Expert and Category Manager
Multiple Organizations
02.2017 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Majors: Marketing, International Business
University of South Carolina - Columbia
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