Kasandra Demiryapar
Tipp City
Summary
With a robust background at The Kroger Co., within Category Management, Financial Strategies, Merchandising coupled with Human Resources, I believe I am a very skilled, knowledgeable and competitive applicant. My relationships within vendor and broker sector, paired with a talent for cross-functional team leadership, has consistently driven market share growth and operational excellence.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Category Management
The Kroger Co.
10.2022 - Current
- Implemented category management plans to optimize pricing and promotion support and reduce total costs of goods.
- Optimized product assortment and shelf placement by utilizing data-driven insights from category management analysis.
- Implemented category management best practices within stores to optimize shelf space utilization.
- Reviewed regional preferences and key assortments based on consumer demand patterns.
- Developed category management strategies to maximize value from specific spend areas while minimizing risk exposure.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams for efficient execution of category management initiatives and budgets/forecasts leading to increased revenue generation and a competitive landscape on sku performance.
- Analyzed performance metrics such as marketshare, household & digital penetration and trips per household; identifying opportunities for improvement in category management processes.
Financial Services
The Kroger Co.
03.2017 - 10.2022
- Advised departments of increased expenses and provided recommendations to increase P&L.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to maintain current knowledge of best practices within the financial services industry.
- Exceeded performance metrics consistently by delivering exceptional financial services support to clients.
- Managed supplier & broker communication with accounts payable & receivables throughout a multitude of systems.
- Managed the Wells Fargo credit cards, expenses and ensured the accounting was balanced within Coupa.
- Supported company growth goals by contributing to new business initiatives. Assisted with perishable and FCB inventories within each division.
Human Resources
The Kroger Co.
04.2015 - 03.2017
- Supported organizational growth by aligning human resources strategy with overall business objectives and guiding executive decision-making processes accordingly.
- Partnered with human resources to align talent development strategies with organizational goals and objectives.
- Gained valuable exposure to various aspects of the business, including but not limited to facility engineering, and chef's choice catering.
- Supported human resources functions such as recruitment, onboarding, and employee relations tasks for a streamlined process.
- Worked closely with human resources to recruit top talent for open positions within the transportation team.
- Assisted human resources and recruiting teams by scheduling phone screens and on-site interviews.
- Partnered with employees and management to communicate various human resources policies, procedures, laws, standards, and government regulations.
Grocery Merchandising
The Kroger Co.
05.2014 - 04.2015
- Implemented creative merchandising strategies to maximize sales plans while minimizing shrink.
- Partnered closely with store operations, buyers and procurement teams to ensure seamless execution of new item setups and distributions/allocations.
- Acted as a liaison between the merchandising department and other key stakeholders, sharing insights and collaborating on strategies to achieve overall business objectives.
- Developed strong relationships with store managers and staff to ensure effective communication and seamless execution of merchandising initiatives.
- Collaborated with store management to identify opportunities for merchandising improvements, driving overall sales performance.
Human Resources Management
The Kroger Co.
04.2007 - 05.2014
- Ensured legal compliance throughout all human resources management practices, minimizing organizational risk.
- Mentored Division HR professionals and was a trainer in human resources management, contributing to the development of future leaders within the organization.
- Provided administrative support and implementation for financial administration, benefits, on-boarding, disciplinary reviews and conducted training.
- Evaluated current policies and procedures for best practices in human resources management which led to improved organizational functioning.
- Aided in human resources management, including recruitment, onboarding, and employee evaluations for a well-functioning store team.
- Participated in industry conferences and networking events to stay current on best practices within human resources management field.
- Maintained accurate records of employee time sheets, payroll data, and attendance for efficient human resources management.
- Administered compliance with employment laws, minimizing legal exposure for the company in various areas of human resources management.
Education
No Degree - Nursing
Sinclair Community College
Dayton, OHHigh School Diploma -
Tippecanoe High School
Tipp City, OH05-2005
Skills
- Category Management Understanding
- Vendor management and coordination
- Total rewards management
- Microsoft Office 365
- Microsoft Excel
- Market6
- IRI/Circana
Platforms & Systems
KCMS, ESP, Deman Tec (Tradepoint), Venus, Pog Dog, RBP, IRI/Circana, Market6, MAPS, Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint & Teams.
Timeline
Category Management
The Kroger Co.
10.2022 - Current
Financial Services
The Kroger Co.
03.2017 - 10.2022
Human Resources
The Kroger Co.
04.2015 - 03.2017
Grocery Merchandising
The Kroger Co.
05.2014 - 04.2015
Human Resources Management
The Kroger Co.
04.2007 - 05.2014
No Degree - Nursing
Sinclair Community College
High School Diploma -
Tippecanoe High School
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