Karson Rivera
Cleveland
Summary
Experienced Practical Demand Planner with proficiency in SAP, Blue Yonder, and other advanced planner and optimizer software. Over 3 years of hands-on experience in planning for fast-paced manufacturing environments. Adept at reviewing sales trends, forecasting data, and evaluating forecast results. Skilled team leader dedicated to collaborating closely with team members to identify shortages, overstocks, and other inventory issues. Certified in Logistics and Supply Chain Management, committed to driving operational efficiency and achieving organizational goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Demand Planner
The Sherwin-Williams Company
11.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams within Global Supply Chain and Lowe's to align production plans with customer requirements.
- Created and implemented tracking systems to monitor progress and meet deadlines.
- Researched and compiled information on variety of planning issues from multiple sources, prepared thorough reports and presented findings in pipeline meetings.
- Provided ad-hoc analytics and operational expertise to drive fact-based inputs into forecasting.
- Proposed and implemented solutions to improve demand forecast accuracy for applicators, caulk/adhesives, aerosols, and colorant for all U.S. Lowe's locations.
Demand Planner/Master Production Scheduler
The Sherwin-Williams Company
12.2023 - 11.2024
- Reviewed historical sales trends and researched demand drivers to prepare forecast data and develop statistical forecast models.
- Improved demand forecast for multiple distribution channels based on previous sales and consumption.
- Communicated demand plans to manufacturing sites to resolve gaps between demand and supply plans.
- Assembled reports and presentations to share insights and recommendations with stakeholders within Global Liquid and Industrial supply chains.
- Procured and managed inventories to support customer backlog and forecast.
- Utilized historical data, statistical software, and marketing intelligence to develop and maintain forecast for Baltimore Architectural, Baltimore Highway, Memphis production 9lines.
Store Manager
The Sherwin-Williams Company
07.2022 - 12.2023
- Store Manager, Atlanta, GA Jan 2022-July 2022
- Assistant Manager May 2021-Jan 2022
- Management Trainee Dec 2020 – May 2021
- Full-Time Key Holder Sept 2020 - Dec 2020
- Part-Time Sales Associate Jan 2020 - Sept 2020
- Develop and implement sales strategies to increase store revenue and meet or exceed sales targets
- Implement and manage effective inventory control procedures to ensure optimal stock levels and minimize stock shortages and excesses
- Examine market trends and competitor strategies to identify opportunities for growth and improvement
- Analyze sales data and market trends to identify opportunities for growth and develop action plans to capitalize on those opportunities
- Develop and execute recruitment strategies to attract top talent and build a high-performing team
- Expand on and execute training programs to enhance the knowledge and skills of store employees, resulting in improved customer service and sales performance
- Provide effective leadership and supervision to the store team, ensuring a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction
- Participated in sales and operations meetings to assess performance and forecast and formulate necessary corrective actions.
Team Member
Chick-Fil-A
03.2019 - 05.2020
- Closely monitor effective team training programs to ensure consistent customer service and operational excellence
- Develop and implement strategies to improve customer service and drive customer satisfaction
- Motivate a team of employees to achieve operational goals, such as maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction and maximizing sales revenue
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and maintain a clean and sanitary work environment
Education
Master of Arts - Religious Studies
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA05.2020
Bachelor’s Degree - History
Piedmont College
Demorest, GA07.2018
Certificate - Logistics And Supply Chain Management
Rutgers University
New Brunswick, NJ10-2023
Certificate - Intro. To DevOps
IBM
09-2023
Skills
- Effective communication
- Strong focus on accuracy
- Resource optimization
- Service excellence
- Team leadership
- Analytical reasoning
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Inventory tracking expertise
- Demand forecasting
- Market Analysis
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Italian
Limited Working
Timeline
Senior Demand Planner
The Sherwin-Williams Company
11.2024 - Current
Demand Planner/Master Production Scheduler
The Sherwin-Williams Company
12.2023 - 11.2024
Store Manager
The Sherwin-Williams Company
07.2022 - 12.2023
Team Member
Chick-Fil-A
03.2019 - 05.2020
Bachelor’s Degree - History
Piedmont College
Master of Arts - Religious Studies
Georgia State University
Certificate - Logistics And Supply Chain Management
Rutgers University
Certificate - Intro. To DevOps
IBM
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