Katlynn Lewis

• Manage purchase orders for raw materials, packaging, and supplies to support production schedules.
• Collaborate with sales and customers to ensure increased demand requests are met without disruption.
• Partner with demand planners to align forecasts with procurement strategies.
• Handle MRP functions and data points for the procurement team to ensure accurate planning.
• Lead analytics and reporting for the team, supporting decision-making and performance tracking.
• Monitor supplier performance, resolve shortages, and maintain strong vendor relationships.
• Coordinate with production and logistics teams to ensure smooth material flow.
• Championed the adoption of lean principles within the material planning function, leading to increased efficiency through process standardization and elimination of waste.

• Supervised staff schedules and oversaw daily operations to ensure full coverage and on-time shipments
• Streamlined shipping processes to improve workflow efficiency and customer satisfaction
• Directed 3 operators per shift and distributed Sales Orders to meet shipping deadlines
• Coordinated LTL and dedicated truck scheduling for customer shipments
• Partnered with Sales, Operations, and Floor Supervisors to align shipping with order requirements
• Collaborated with buyers and suppliers to manage inventory for events and promotions
• Negotiated contracts with vendors to optimize cost, quality, and reliability
• Researched and evaluated suppliers to ensure competitive pricing and high-quality standards
• Managed purchase orders from dispatch to invoicing, ensuring accurate and timely processing
• Oversaw accounts payable/receivable, including Wire and ACH vendor payments and collections on past due invoices
• Maintained supplier and store communication to track orders, resolve issues, and monitor pricing

• Negotiated vendor contracts and pricing to optimize cost, quality, and availability
• Researched and evaluated suppliers for competitive pricing and quality standards
• Managed purchase orders from dispatch to invoicing and oversaw accounts payable/receivable
• Maintained deposit ledger, performed weekly check runs, and executed Wire/ACH transfers
• Coordinated collections on past-due invoices with accounting teams
• Communicated with stores and suppliers to track orders, pricing, and deliveries
• Streamlined planning processes and supported senior leadership with event reporting
• Designed marketing materials, ads, and visual assets; managed social media accounts
• Planned and executed trade shows, booth designs, and promotional merchandise
• Coordinated company travel, website updates, and internal/external marketing events
• Explored advertising opportunities and managed logistics for marketing strategies

• Collaborated with buyers to manage stock for events and promotions
• Negotiated contracts and pricing with vendors for optimal cost and availability
• Researched and evaluated suppliers based on quality and price
• Managed purchase orders, including dispatch, delivery, and invoicing
• Maintained communication with stores and suppliers to track orders and pricing
• Negotiated contracts focusing on cost, quality, and reliability
• Improved planning processes and supported senior leadership with event reports.

• Managed regional promotions and generated reports using SAP
• Monitored internal systems and customer portals
• Provided trade/spend amounts and created customer contracts
• Handled deductions, repayments, and paperwork for customers
• Assisted with planning for the next year and identified shelving opportunities.

• Ran routine reports and conduced preliminary analysis of data for my Client.
• Used SQL to create reports
• Become familiar with data analysis and the usage of the company's analytical tools and capabilities.
• Provided my Client with standard reports and responded to requests for basic ad hoc reports.
• Coordinated with internal business groups to resolve basic client problems and improve levels of service to clients

• Contacted Distributors as soon as issues with their data arose to immediately find a resolution before the problems escalated.
• New hire trainer
• Provided clean and accurate data to clients within weekly deadline.
• Ensured superior customer service to Clients and Distributors.
• Project Coordinator for E Order/Pre-Books and onboarding.
• Planed cultivating events and activities for the company to promote growth, team building and culture through within a team.
• Tracked metrics derived from raw company data to track improvements in organizational efficiency.

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