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JOHN BOYER

Phoenix,AZ

Summary

Experienced professional in ERP, Inventory and Master Data management with a robust background in leadership, organizational efficiency, and interdepartmental collaboration. Demonstrates exceptional analytical thinking and problem-solving skills. Notable accomplishments include: MSO shrink reduction by 10X, Multi-system rollouts, including development for necessary reporting and functional programs, RFID district certification, and proficiency in Excel and MS Office. Proven expertise in personnel management and development, coupled with a track record of generating exemplary visit reports.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Master Data and Inventory Control Manager

MME Enterprise
Culver City , CA
2019.05 - Current
  • Oversaw inventory tracking and control for 32 retail stores and 3 distribution facilities across 7 states
  • Improved company Shrink from 20.4% to 1.8% through regular reviews and adjustments
  • Ensured the effectiveness and efficiency of inventory control systems through implementation of policy updates, processes, and procedures to support accurate inventory records
  • Monitored and updated state regulatory systems including Metrc and BioTack for multiple states
  • Oversaw SKU and product creation and Master data maintenance across multiple systems for 7 states and maintained SKU catalog for over 50,000 SKU’s
  • Facilitated customized reports and data consolidation for multiple departments
  • Monitored and supported inventory transactions within Microsoft NAV and associated warehouse management and multiple POS systems
  • Provided guidance on inventory issues and report findings to senior leadership
  • Managed and provided direction and support to retail team members and supply chain support staff through Retail Support ticketing system and Help Desk email distributions
  • Main point of contact with financial team and external auditors to facilitate smooth auditing processes
  • Collaborated with supply chain and inventory analysts to optimize the inbound and outbound flow of finished goods
  • Worked with the Director of Product Life-Cycle Systems and Data Management to synchronize inventory storage infrastructure with ERP-designed inventory systems
  • Provided weekly and monthly updates during S&OP meetings on the health of inventory operations throughout the MME Chain
  • Supported ad-hoc project requests from the Director of Product Life-Cycle Systems and Data Management: Such as, RTV’s, inventory reallocation, promotion and sell through data, etc
  • Trained MME employees on proper inventory operations and control processes to minimize discrepancies as well as use of all inventory management hardware
  • Provided a framework to understand the true capacity of each location's back-of-house based on the product mix driven by the demand of each location
  • Coordinated with MedMen facilities and retail operations departments, as well as other stakeholders, for timely delivery of inventory optimization projects.

Assistant General Manager

Levi’s Strauss & Co
Santa Monica , CA
2016.02 - 2019.05
  • Implementation and training of employees through transitioning from MC40 to Ipod Levi’s Mobile OS receiving and RTV processes
  • Initiated Max Capacity system through EBIT reports now adopted District wide
  • Cut discrepancies by 30% utilizing Gen-RRams reporting to identify BOL variances
  • Improved inventory allocation, assessment, and performance analytics with weekly reporting
  • Implementation of customized SKU reports for profitability and future buys
  • Increased sale/sq.ft 340% through hyperlocal merchandising and product performance
  • Coordinated drop shipments and shipment holds improving sell-through and inventory accuracy
  • Installation of on-boarding training plan; responsible for recruiting, hiring, and development for staff of 30+.

Senior Merchandise Presentation Manger

Banana Republic
Los Angeles , CA
2015.09 - 2016.02
  • Leads implementation of product, marketing, and promotional strategies, providing plan for floor sets and execution
  • Creating creative and effective placement and marketing to conveying a compelling merchandizing story
  • Analyses FMR making necessary product placement/ adjustments based on selling as well as based on store design type and assortment levels
  • Manages team to ensure efficient and effective handling of shipment receipt, processing, replenishment systems and stock room organization.

Senior Customer Service Manager

2011.04 - 2015.09
  • Increase customer service scores 20% through training of a staff of 120
  • Supply ROI information to district management to maximize inventory profitability
  • Apply Weeks on Hand (WOH) inventory to identify and communicate sales opportunities
  • Positioned store from 8th place to 1st place in growth over previous year.

Customer Experience Supervisor

2007.11 - 2011.04

Education

Bachelor of Science - Comprehensive Biology

Missouri State University
01.2004

Skills

  • ERP and UI proficiency and development
  • Saved $1.3mil in cost adjustments in initial year.
  • Accountable for 32 retail locations and 3 facilities across 7 states
  • Maintained master date for 50k+ SKU catalog.
  • State Track and Trace compliance experience with multiple systems
  • Asset allocation and performance analytics
  • Retail inventory management and store operations
  • RFID district certification
  • Outstanding communication skills
  • Excel and MS office proficient
  • Personnel management and development
  • Exemplary visit reports

Timeline

Master Data and Inventory Control Manager

MME Enterprise
2019.05 - Current

Assistant General Manager

Levi’s Strauss & Co
2016.02 - 2019.05

Senior Merchandise Presentation Manger

Banana Republic
2015.09 - 2016.02

Senior Customer Service Manager

2011.04 - 2015.09

Customer Experience Supervisor

2007.11 - 2011.04

Bachelor of Science - Comprehensive Biology

Missouri State University
JOHN BOYER