Nicole Abbondandelo
Basking Ridge
Summary
Proficient in logistics management and continuous improvement initiatives. Known for excellent interpersonal communication and adaptability, successfully managing complex supply chains and ensuring optimal inventory levels.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Supply Chain Manager
Advantice Health
Bridgewater, NJ
06.2022 - Current
- Facilitated freight contract negotiations to optimize terms and achieve significant cost savings while maintaining service quality
- Led the recruitment, interviewing, onboarding, and training of a Supply Chain Intern to assume day-to-day responsibilities for the Supply Chain Specialist role, serving as the intern's primary manager and mentor
- Directed end-to-end supply chain planning for new product introductions, formula changes, and packaging refreshes, leveraging inventory analytics and demand forecasting to execute seamless market transitions for major retail customers
- Controlled lot allocation and inventory deployment strategies to prioritize key accounts and accelerate adoption of updated products
- Managed supply planning for Amazon exclusive bundled products, balancing unpredictable demand, constrained lead times, and inventory availability through rolling one-month forecasts and close collaboration with warehouse, manufacturing, and logistics partners generating approximately $7 million in monthly sales
Supply Chain Specialist
Advantice Health
Bridgewater, NJ
06.2022 - 01.2024
- Managed daily purchasing activities to ensure uninterrupted supply of materials and product across 100+ SKUs
- Maintained a unit fill rate of 97.5% while monitoring inventory levels and demand to secure optimal stock levels, typically between 60-120 DOS, and minimizing excess inventory
- Coordinated with 30 CMOs to track orders and resolve supply chain constraints
- Collaborated with finance and accounting to resolve PO discrepancies
- Generated weekly at-risk supply reports to communicate out of stock risks to the sales and commerical team
- Supported and lead customer transition of newly formulated products
Education
Bachelor of Science - Supply Chain Management
Lehigh University
Bethlehem, PA05-2022
Skills
- SAP System Proficiency
- Continuous improvement initiatives
- Supplier relationship management
- Logistics management
- Multi-Plant Experience
- Interpersonal Communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
Timeline
Supply Chain Manager
Advantice Health
06.2022 - Current
Supply Chain Specialist
Advantice Health
06.2022 - 01.2024
Bachelor of Science - Supply Chain Management
Lehigh University