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Neila Amore

Morrison,CO

Summary

Dynamic Senior Demand Planner and buyer with a proven track record at multiple companies, most recently Outward Hound successfully managing over $20 million per year of revenue across multiple categories and over 400 SKUs. Skilled in inventory optimization and team leadership, I excel in transforming demand planning processes and driving efficiency. My strategic foresight and analytical prowess ensure alignment with market trends and operational goals.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Demand Planner

Outward Hound
Centennial, CO
01.2024 - 01.2025
  • Planned and ordered over $20 million yearly across eight product categories, and over 400 SKUs at four warehouses, domestically and internationally.
  • Managed relationships with vendors to ensure timely delivery of both materials and finished goods for regular replenishment, and one-time projects.
  • Maintained a detailed understanding of industry trends and competitive dynamics in order to make informed decisions about future procurement activities.
  • Evaluated demand planning processes and forecast accuracy to identify deficiencies and improvement opportunities.
  • Worked closely with product development, sales, and finance to ensure the timely delivery of inventory.
  • Tracked communications strategies, advertising campaigns and marketing approaches to measure successes and failures.
  • Determined the root cause of any discrepancies between actual demand and forecast demand in order to adjust future forecasts.
  • Strong knowledge of analytical reporting to help with efficiency across all departments.
  • Aided junior employees with training and knowledge of the industry.

Demand Planner

Outward Hound
Centennial, CO
10.2019 - 01.2024
  • See above

New Product Introduction Buyer

Margot Elena Companies & Collections
Centennial, CO
05.2017 - 10.2019
  • Successfully managed all new production launches across over 20 product categories.
  • Coordinated and negotiated the best price and delivery with suppliers through an understanding of sourcing, materials, logistics, and manufacturing functions throughout product realization.
  • Accurately inputted and maintained all ERP (Great Plains) data, including purchase orders, assemblies, vendor records, item creation, and bills of material.
  • Effectively prioritized and executed tasks in a high-velocity environment while managing the communication of project timelines at a cross-functional level.
  • Managed international logistics for all components and turnkey items while staying in tune with shifting trends to always recommend the most cost-effective transport options.

Production Planner

Margot Elena Companies & Collections
Centennial, CO
06.2016 - 07.2017
  • Negotiated and placed written purchase orders and/or requisitions, utilizing an MRP tool based on historical and forecasted data.
  • Effectively communicated any production scheduling changes related to customer orders or manufacturing delays, as well as actively monitored stock levels to update product receipts accordingly.
  • Monitored and reviewed supplier performance, analyzing and using that data for sourcing and resourcing decisions.
  • Maintained the accuracy of all outside vendor inventories for components, sub-assemblies, and finished goods, as well as the accuracy of assigned SKUs' bill of materials across all systems.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

University of Colorado At Boulder
Boulder, CO
05-2015

Skills

  • Inventory optimization strategies
  • Capacity planning
  • Team leadership experience
  • New product introduction
  • Statistical analysis proficiency
  • Sales history analysis
  • Demand planning expertise
  • Performance metrics development
  • S&OP process knowledge
  • Advanced forecasting techniques
  • Product lifecycle management
  • Time management mastery
  • ERP system experience

Certification

  • Apics CSCP certified 2024

Timeline

Senior Demand Planner

Outward Hound
01.2024 - 01.2025

Demand Planner

Outward Hound
10.2019 - 01.2024

New Product Introduction Buyer

Margot Elena Companies & Collections
05.2017 - 10.2019

Production Planner

Margot Elena Companies & Collections
06.2016 - 07.2017

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

University of Colorado At Boulder

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