Myla Murray
Murfreesboro,TN
Summary
Performance-driven leader with 25+ years of experience in global operations, supply chain, customer service, and project management. Adept at driving cross-functional partnerships, mentoring teams, and delivering innovative solutions aligned with business goals. Skilled in fostering sustainable relationships and advancing strategic initiatives, including climate guardrails and S&OP+ representation.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Portfolio Manager
Mars Pet Care NA
Franklin, TN
01.2021 - Current
- Led the Dry Portfolio, managing iconic brands including PEDIGREE, IAMS, and NUTRO
- Spearheaded IAMS Productivity 1.0 & 2.0 initiatives, achieving savings of $X
- Led the recruitment and onboarding of a new team member to implement Climate Guardrails, fostering cross-functional collaboration.
- Represented the team in Step 3 SCMR, providing strategic feedback and fostering enterprise alignment.
- Led a team of 5–7 associates, focusing on mentorship, coaching, and talent development.
Program Manager, NA Care & Treats
Mars Pet Care
05.2019 - 02.2021
- Partnered with global teams and regional resources to standardize new processes, maintaining uniformity.
- Collaborated with Supply Chain VP during a 6-month assignment to enhance Customer Casefill as part of the 2019 Reset.
- Executed on-time product launches during the pandemic, including Greenies Supplements.
- Oversaw a diverse portfolio of 80+ projects spanning five brands such as TEMPTATIONS and GREENIES.
- Awarded the 2020 “Rising Star” title by Network Executive Women for outstanding leadership.
Project Manager, Cat Main Meal
Mars Pet Care
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Delivered successful product launches, aligning with organizational goals and timelines
- Led cross-functional teams to launch SHEBA Perfect Portions Chunks in Gravy products, enhancing sales and profitability.
- Executed product launches across CAT Main Meal, meeting organizational objectives and deadlines.
NUTRO Supply Project Management
Mars Pet Care
08.2013 - 01.2016
- Led productive display activity meetings to ensure timely first ship dates, achieving a CSLs goal of 98.5% for six weeks post-launch.
- Represented the Supply Department in the Step 1 S&OP+ cycle on behalf of the Nutro Supply Director.
- Mentored associates to enhance team performance and supported career development efforts.
Customer Care Supply Chain Manager
Oreck Corporation
11.2011 - 08.2013
- Launched new and exclusive products for Walmart and Costco, enhancing market presence.
- Consulted on the One Order One Warehouse initiative, resulting in freight cost reductions by removing parcel shipments to external customers.
- Achieved $120K cost savings by streamlining and automating the warranty process.
- Partnered with senior management during bankruptcy to maintain supply chain continuity.
Customer Care Supply Chain Manager Walmart Inc.
Mars Pet Care
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Led and developed a team of ten associates to achieve $1.1B in sales by maintaining in-stocks of 97%, fill rate of 99%, and order on-time rate of 96%.
- Led Quarterly Joint Business Planning (JBP) sessions with Sales, Marketing, and Walmart Leadership to drive strategic planning and continuous improvement.
- Achieved logistics savings of $89,000 annually by optimizing truck weights by 5%.
Business Integration Manager
Mars Pet Care / Doane Pet Care / Windy Hill Pet Food
01.1997 - 01.2011
- Led a team to integrate and implement a unified ERP system, streamlining customer service and order management processes across three merged companies.
Sales Account Manager for Tractor Supply Company
Mars Pet Care / Doane Pet Care / Windy Hill Pet Food
01.1997 - 01.2011
- Recognized as Vendor of the Year for outstanding teamwork and effective private label relaunch execution.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Leadership
Middle Tennessee State University
Skills
- Collaborative mindset
- Global mindset
- Results-driven mindset
- Adaptable mindset
- Servant leadership
- Collaborative partnerships
- Leadership and people development
- Portfolio management
- Empowering leadership
- Operational leadership
Leadership Profile
Performance-driven leader with 25+ years of experience in global operations, supply chain, customer service, and project management. Adept at driving cross-functional partnerships, mentoring teams, and delivering innovative solutions aligned with business goals. Skilled in fostering sustainable relationships and advancing strategic initiatives, including climate guardrails and S&OP+ representation.
Accomplishments
- World Class Marketing Award: Quality Principle
- Honored as a 2020 “Rising Star” by Network Executive Women for exceptional leadership.
- 2024 Received S&OP+ Coaching & Development Award
- 2023 Women Leading Purposefully
- Lead and Faciliate MBTI Profile for Teams
Timeline
Portfolio Manager
Mars Pet Care NA
01.2021 - Current
Program Manager, NA Care & Treats
Mars Pet Care
05.2019 - 02.2021
Project Manager, Cat Main Meal
Mars Pet Care
01.2016 - 01.2019
NUTRO Supply Project Management
Mars Pet Care
08.2013 - 01.2016
Customer Care Supply Chain Manager
Oreck Corporation
11.2011 - 08.2013
Customer Care Supply Chain Manager Walmart Inc.
Mars Pet Care
01.2009 - 01.2011
Business Integration Manager
Mars Pet Care / Doane Pet Care / Windy Hill Pet Food
01.1997 - 01.2011
Sales Account Manager for Tractor Supply Company
Mars Pet Care / Doane Pet Care / Windy Hill Pet Food
01.1997 - 01.2011
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Leadership
Middle Tennessee State University
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