NICHOLAS MATHESON
Boise,ID
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
OWN Brands Strategic Sourcing Analyst II
ALBERTSONS COMPANIES, INC.
01.2023 - Current
- Delivered over $100M in productivity savings (cost savings and cost avoidance) as an OB team, including $10M in egg category savings and $5M in cost avoidance.
- Supported sourcing strategy for Fresh Produce and Egg categories across all Albertsons banner stores, including tomatoes, peppers, pineapples, tofu, Packaged Corn, Lucerne/O Organic/Open Nature Eggs and more.
- Maintained a 92.0% DC-to-store fill rate and 95.5% presentation in-stock rate, contributing to team stretch goals.
- Created and maintained vendor relationships, supported RFIs, RFPs, strategy decks, award recommendations, and contract formulation.
- Developed a company-wide scenario to transition egg deliveries from Direct-to-Store to warehouse-based distribution.
- Built interactive spend analysis tools comparing OWN Brands vs. National Brands by item and fiscal year.
- Managed monthly avocado and blueberry lid cost updates and maintained approved supplier lists for QA/PD teams across all fresh categories.
- Utilized SQL, Excel, PowerPoint, PowerBI and internal inventory systems to identify savings opportunities and present actionable insights.
- Collaborated cross-functionally with Product Development, Replenishment, Finance, SC Ops, Corp Traffic, Data Governance, and National Directors.
FaR Supply Chain Specialist
ALBERTSONS COMPANIES, INC.
09.2023 - 07.2024
- Served as a liaison between stores and distribution centers, resolving over 2,000 inventory issues in 5 months with a 99.4% SLA.
- Supported Southern California, Mid-Atlantic, and Northern California/Hawaii divisions.
- Led initiatives such as CIC/ROG DataBatch Exclusions cleanup and proactive restoration of FaR ordering for newly added schematic items.
- Used SQL, Excel, PowerBI and inventory management tools to analyze and resolve supply chain disruptions.
- Interpreted data, identified root causes, and communicated solutions to internal teams and store personnel.
Executive Team Leader, Specialty Sales
TARGET CORPORATION
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Lead a team of 40–50 employees across Specialty Sales departments including Apparel & Accessories, Home, Tech, Beauty, Pricing, and Planogram Transitions.
- Drive operational consistency, team collaboration, and a high-performance culture to support store profitability and guest satisfaction.
- Manage execution and maintenance of key performance metrics, ensuring alignment with company goals.
- Achieved 95%+ backroom location accuracy across all directly managed areas, earning district-wide recognition.
- Maintained a 100% completion rate on transition and planogram sets, consistently working ahead of schedule.
Stores Executive Intern
TARGET CORPORATION
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Rotated through all Executive Team Leader roles including Human Resources, General Merchandise, Specialty Sales, Asset Protection, and Service & Engagement.
- Developed foundational leadership skills by managing teams of 6–10 employees and supporting daily store operations.
- Focused on General Merchandise and Specialty Sales, assisting in truck unload and priority fill processes to optimize inventory flow and sales readiness.
General Manager
ADVANCE TECHNOLOGY, LLC
01.2017 - 12.2021
- Directed start-up and daily operations of a multi-client photovoltaic (PV) distribution warehouse.
- Optimized workflow processes to enhance employee efficiency, product quality, and overall performance.
- Led vendor sourcing initiatives, establishing direct relationships in global solar markets.
Sales Consultant
ADVANCE TECHNOLOGY, LLC
01.2017 - 12.2021
- Generated high-volume PV sales, regularly moving 300+ kW of product per month.
- Closed multiple large-scale agricultural PV panel contracts (100+ kW each) through strategic networking.
- Specialized in Off-Grid and Grid-Tied systems, DIY installations, online sales, and direct-to-installer sales.
Logistics Supervisor
ADVANCE TECHNOLOGY, LLC
01.2017 - 12.2021
- Managed full truckload (FTL) and less-than-truckload (LTL) shipments of PV panels and equipment.
- Designed custom packaging solutions to protect PV equipment during transit.
- Oversaw logistics operations including inventory control, customer service, and project timeline management.
Customer Service Representative
ADVANCE TECHNOLOGY, LLC
01.2017 - 12.2021
- Served as the primary point of contact for clients, providing education on PV technologies and tailored solar solutions.
- Addressed customer concerns, clarified misconceptions, and guided buyers through the decision-making process.
Education
MBA - Finance Emphasis
Eastern Washington University
05.2026
Bachelor of Business Administration - Management
Boise State University
12.2022
Skills
- Data analysis
- Strategic sourcing
- Project management
- Vendor relationship management
- Cost savings initiatives
- Cross-functional collaboration
References
Upon Request
Timeline
FaR Supply Chain Specialist
ALBERTSONS COMPANIES, INC.
09.2023 - 07.2024
OWN Brands Strategic Sourcing Analyst II
ALBERTSONS COMPANIES, INC.
01.2023 - Current
Executive Team Leader, Specialty Sales
TARGET CORPORATION
01.2022 - 01.2023
Stores Executive Intern
TARGET CORPORATION
01.2022 - 12.2022
General Manager
ADVANCE TECHNOLOGY, LLC
01.2017 - 12.2021
Sales Consultant
ADVANCE TECHNOLOGY, LLC
01.2017 - 12.2021
Logistics Supervisor
ADVANCE TECHNOLOGY, LLC
01.2017 - 12.2021
Customer Service Representative
ADVANCE TECHNOLOGY, LLC
01.2017 - 12.2021
MBA - Finance Emphasis
Eastern Washington University
Bachelor of Business Administration - Management
Boise State University