Megan Widtfeldt
Blue Bell,PA
Summary
Please, just call me Meg! What you're not seeing in this resume of work history, key words and lists of accomplishments is the non-traditional route that makes me, me. I am an ideal candidate because my parents raised me to have a work ethic. Something upcoming generations seem to have lost sight of. I didn't have opportunities handed to me. In fact, I often had my back up against the wall. But, I learned to just keep going. I learned to zig when I couldn't zag anymore and I rose above when I was being challenged, both personally and professionally. One of my biggest accomplishments is being voted best personality in high school almost twenty years ago because being a good person isn't something you can fake. I strive to lead with compassion and even all these years later, I find myself leaning into my earliest work experience as a hair stylist in a little New Jersey salon. I am not for every company, but when it is the right fit, skies the limit.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Strategic Sourcing Specialist
Wawa Inc.
02.2019 - Current
- Actively managing smallwares and supplies warehouse and distribution center which encompasses over $20MM worth of product to support all 1,100 current stores across the entire Wawa convenience store chain.
- Increased supplier performance by implementing strategic sourcing initiatives and conducting comprehensive evaluations at end of year, taking into account performance, pick accuracies, costing reductions, and supply chain initiatives.
- Negotiated favorable contract terms for cost savings, leading to improved profit margins and reduced expenses resulting in over $5M in savings against $3M goal for 2023.
- Developed sourcing strategies with cross-functional teams, resulting in streamlined processes and enhanced collaboration specific to forecasting and promotional time periods.
- Conducted market research to identify potential suppliers, leading to increased competition and better value propositions. Onboarded the first fully diverse supplier for the strategic sourcing department in 2023.
- Collaborated with internal stakeholders to understand business needs and develop appropriate sourcing solutions accordingly. Participated in 75+ simplify initiatives in 2023.
- Optimized inventory levels by coordinating with supply chain partners and supplier community to support reducing stockouts and reserving 30+ days of inventory hold on critical items.
- Led cross-functional project teams in executing complex sourcing projects within tight deadlines, ensuring optimal results under pressure including the 2023 full chain launch of pizza.
- Utilized e-sourcing tools effectively for RFP and RFQ events, streamlining the bidding process while maintaining fairness among participants.
Associate Strategic Sourcing Specialist
Quarte Retail Brands
01.2017 - 02.2019
- Negotiated favorable contract terms for cost savings, leading to improved profit margins and reduced expenses during declining sales quarters.
- Lead the global sourcing department to streamline fabric purchasing across QVC proprietary brands in the United States with satelite offices, including UK, France, Japan, and Shanghai.
- Performed vendor onboarding to diversify supplier portfolio, ultimately creating redundancy across overseas production sites.
- Supported brand development and recognition through design development while incorporating plans to reduce return rates, improve customer service rates, and manage COGS for price point apeal.
Associate Buyer for Beauty and Haircare
Qurate Retail Group
11.2015 - 01.2017
- Managed haircare portfolio, including key brands with over $55MM in retail sales.
- Onboarded over $10MM worth of new brands specific to diversifying portfolio including a focus on organic product expansion.
- Analyzed market trends to identify new products and make informed buying decisions. Successfully curated an assortment that satisfied a wide range of customer needs.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to launch first ever haircare look-book, resulting in several on air 'sell outs' worth over $250K of sales in 7 minutes or less.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Fashion Merchandising
Philadelphia University
Philadelphia, PA12.2015
Skills
- Demand Forecasting
- Assortment Procurement
- Strategic Thinking and Analysis
- Global Sourcing Strategies
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Transition Planning and Implementation
- Spend Analysis and Data Storytelling
- Effective Communication
- Listening to Learn
- Relationship Building
- Process Improvement
- Compassionate and Relatable
Things I am Proud Of
* In 2024, I am rebranding and relaunching my personal blog, called A Walking Catastrophe.
* I went back to school in my twenties only to realize I didn't even know what a Power Point was. I learned.
* I was chosen to spend two weeks in Birmingham, AL to mentor a small business. I learned more from them, then them from me.
* I ran (and walked) a half marathon when I was 4 months pregnant.
* I have a talent for finding drug store dupes to replace high end make up fan favorites.
* I am a single Mom of two and there has never been a bigger motivation driver.
* I am not always the fastest learner, but when I get it, no one will do it better.
* In a digital world, I still prefer pen to paper and can't stop making lists.
* My four best friends, have known me since kindergarten. Nothing like having people the really KNOW you.
Timeline
Strategic Sourcing Specialist
Wawa Inc.
02.2019 - Current
Associate Strategic Sourcing Specialist
Quarte Retail Brands
01.2017 - 02.2019
Associate Buyer for Beauty and Haircare
Qurate Retail Group
11.2015 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Science - Fashion Merchandising
Philadelphia University
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