Lori Koonce
Pineville,MO
Summary
Results-driven analyst with expertise in floorplan management and data analysis. Proven ability to enhance operational effectiveness and develop strategic category design layouts to optimize store performance.
Dynamic Senior Analyst with a strong background in assortment analytics and performance monitoring. Skilled in cross-functional collaboration and strategic thinking, contributing to improved efficiency through effective floorplan management and category optimization.
Detail-oriented professional with extensive experience in optimizing modular execution and enhancing service delivery. Known for leveraging data insights and collaboration to drive operational effectiveness and support strategic goals.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Analyst, Assortment Analytics
Walmart
Bentonville, AR
10.2018 - 10.2025
- Team Member of The Hardlines Assortment Team that drew store-specific floor plans for 5 departments.
- Updated floor plans twice per year per department.
- Utilized analytics to shrink and grow categories and place categories on the floor plans, based on performance and flow.
- Recommended placement for new categories.
- Drew and reviewed all remodeled store floor plans by department, using space productivity reports.
- Received and executed new modular updates from category advisors and adhered to all timelines. Developed strategically aligned category design layouts, aligning with merchant stakeholders.
- Trained new associates on the process of each task and ensured they had all needed programs and tools.
- Overseen modular relays and assisted with cross functional collaboration, road-map management and modular and floor plan meetings.
- Overseen floor plan relays, using new tools and tracked the teams to completion.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify areas of improvement, leading to increased operational effectiveness.
- Improved company efficiency with the development of key performance indicators and tracking metrics.
Modular Execution Manager
Walmart
Bentonville, AR
10.2004 - 10.2018
- Oversaw daily operations to enhance efficiency and streamline workflows across multiple departments.
- Developed and implemented strategic initiatives to optimize flawless modulars and timelines.
- Led cross-functional teams to improve service delivery and ensure customer satisfaction metrics were met.
- Drew modulars for theHome and Hardlines teams.
- Becoming the Subject Matter Expert, and a "Go To" Team Lead
- Helped create and maintain tools for fast and efficient execution of accurate modulars.
- Worked with Merchants and replenishment to maintain error free modulars after execution.
- Assisted stores with floor plan and modular issues
Payroll Specialist
Walmart
Bentonville, AR
10.2000 - 06.2004
- Processed payroll using ADP systems, ensuring accuracy and compliance with federal regulations.
- Managed employee records, maintaining confidentiality and integrity of sensitive information.
- Reconciled payroll discrepancies, improving overall efficiency in payroll processing workflow.
- Assisted in training new team members on payroll procedures and software usage.
- Assisted employees with inquiries regarding their paychecks, deductions, and other related issues, providing clear and concise communication.
- Provided customer service to employees regarding payroll inquiries and issues.
- Resolved payroll discrepancies quickly and successfully.
- Reduced payroll errors by conducting thorough audits and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Prepared year-end reports for W-2s and 1099s, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in tax filing.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations through meticulous record-keeping and accurate reporting.
Skills
- Floorplan management
- Prospace management
- Data analysis
- Performance monitoring
- Microsoft Office, Outlook, JDA Profloors, JDA Prospace, Tableau, SQL Teradata, Retail Link, Quickbase, SharePoint, DWG
Timeline
Senior Analyst, Assortment Analytics
Walmart
10.2018 - 10.2025
Modular Execution Manager
Walmart
10.2004 - 10.2018
Payroll Specialist
Walmart
10.2000 - 06.2004