Jayde Darnell
Memphis,TN
Summary
An individual who thrives in the creative process, my core values are strongly rooted in the cultivation of relationships. An energetic team player who is enjoys working collaboratively on projects, motivating fellow members to achieve goals and ultimately promoting a shared target for success. With a keen eye for detail, I seek to be a part of business objectives that bring ideas to life in a fresh, aligned and compelling way.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Account Coordinator
Crestview Collection / Complex Industries
08.2023 - Current
- Create tailored product presentations, generate sales data reports and keep senior sales team informed of product availability and forecasting to drive sales initiatives.
- Manage EDI specific accounts by processing all portal-related purchase orders, advanced shipping notices (ASNs), and invoices.
- High-level understanding of vendor-specific compliance standards and product testing requirements.
- Daily communication with overseas partners to ensure production is on schedule and all PO deliverables are met in a timely manner.
- Act as the inventory control forecasting coordinator for accounts with active product programs.
Product Development Associate
Whitmor
02.2019 - 05.2023
- Primary contact for all new product introductions into the bath storage and organization division.
- Other supporting categories include but are not limited to decorative home storage, seasonal products and closet organization.
- Act as a key development contact for all senior sales managers by ensuring that goods are on trend and meet the customer's financial, quality, packaging and testing requirements.
- Oversee the product lifecycle from initial design drawings and digital artwork to factory communication, cost negotiation and prototype review.
Product Development / Key Accounts Associate
Crestview Collection / Complex Industries
11.2015 - 02.2019
- Lead and/or assist with research and development projects for new products and product improvements within the accent lighting department.
- Frequent international travel to our partner office in Dongguan, China as well as follow up on production processes within our multiple Chinese manufacturing facilities.
- Such efforts are used to introduce new products for both our key account clientele and the overall company line.
EDI Manager / Key Account Associate
Crestview Collection / Complex Industries
11.2015 - 11.2017
- Primary contact for all vendor compliance standards via EDI management, including all time sensitive document and invoice submissions.
- Serve as the supportive interface between the customer and all domestic/import shipping divisions.
- Growing and developing existing clients, together with generating new business.
- Play an integral role in new business pitches and hold responsibility for the effective on-boarding of new clients.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts -
University of Memphis
Memphis, TN05.2014
Skills
- Product Design & Development
- Cost Analysis
- Sourcing
- Brand Awareness
- Conceptual Drawings
- Market & Trend Research
- Competitor Analysis
- Database Management
- Vendor Compliance
- Order Management
- Communication & Interpersonal Skills
Accomplishments
- Magnolia Market Career Initiative (Waco, TX) - March 23 & 24, 2018
- Selected by Magnolia Market's creative department as a top 30 career candidate attendee. The opportunity to was awarded to such individuals after a national search for professionals seeking potential employment with the Magnolia corporation and partnerships.
References
- Michael Herndon, Director of Product Development, Whitmor, Inc., 8680 Swinnea Road, Suite #103, Southaven, MS, 38671, michael.herndon@whitmor.com, (901) 361-2246
- Ed Langford, Vice President of Key Account Sales, Crestview Collection / Complex Industries, 4300 Concorde Road, Memphis, TN, 38118, edlangford@crestviewcollection.com, (901) 581-2522
- Judy Sheppard, Mentor / CEO & Master Stylist, SheppardHaymon Salon, 1605 N. Germantown Parkway, Suite #106, Cordova, TN, 38016, jlunati@bellsouth.net, (901) 828-0646
Timeline
Sales Account Coordinator
Crestview Collection / Complex Industries
08.2023 - Current
Product Development Associate
Whitmor
02.2019 - 05.2023
Product Development / Key Accounts Associate
Crestview Collection / Complex Industries
11.2015 - 02.2019
EDI Manager / Key Account Associate
Crestview Collection / Complex Industries
11.2015 - 11.2017
Bachelor of Fine Arts -
University of Memphis
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