Shelly Petro
Becker,MN
Summary
Highly motivated and dedicated professional with a proven track record of achieving exceptional results. Possesses a strong work ethic, driven to succeed with the necessary experience, drive, and education to make a significant impact. Seeks an opportunity with a forward-thinking company to grow and contribute to its long-term success by leveraging skills to drive tangible outcomes. Committed to helping the organization develop and produce measurable results.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Logistics Analyst
Bluestem Brands
07.2021 - Current
- Lead all aspects of inbound carrier compliance acting as a key driver of performance discussions and carrier management
- Forecast, and monitor our spend in connection with inbound shipments- both import and domestic shipments
- Develop and monitor KPI's with our inbound transportation providers
- Act as an escalation point for customer issues related to transportation including researching and resolving issues
- Monitor, analyze, and provide executive summaries regarding on-time delivery and make recommendations for improvements
- Work closely with logistics team members and warehousing operations staff to track and drive several key performance indicators
- Communicate consistently with internal and external business partners and customers
Inventory Planner
Bluestem Brands, Inc.
04.2015 - 07.2021
- Purchase enough goods or materials to satisfy customer's needs, while ordering within a budget
- Gather, analyze, and prepare ad hoc reports to assess business performance
- Work cross-functionally to build assortment strategies and assist in managing KPI's
- Lead monthly productivity meetings; troubleshooting issues impacting the supply chain with buyers
- Research past sales trends and stay informed of current sales trends that might influence inventory demand
- Manage backorder, turn, and other KPI metrics
- Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Oracle APIP and RDF systems in order to help train other employees and be a resource to those in need
- Also for identifying opportunities for improving processes
- Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Vendor Compliance initiatives in regards to tracking 'in-full' shipments
- Received award for 'Drive for Results' for 2017 for leading on two SME teams
- Received two awards for 'Deliver Results' for 2018 for 'Best family' in the Home division for sales, and for 'Outstanding financial performance' in the Home Division for inventory
- Received 'Innovation' award April 2019 for my innovation in scaling PO's
- Received 'NorthStar Heroes Award' for ending 2019 under plan and LY for overall inventory, while maintaining in stocks
Media Analyst
Bluestem Brands, Inc.
10.2013 - 04.2015
- Analyze product assortment and performance in order to produce profitable and attractive catalog campaigns
- Understand the marketplace to produce compelling offers and catalogs customers respond to
- Analyze catalog performance and research results using a variety of reports and tools
- Assist in managing inventory levels through running promotions, choosing placement in catalogs as well as running web promotions to help move through inventory
- Ensure all deadlines are met
- Support team members through active communication
Merchandising Specialist
Bluestem Brands, Inc.
10.2012 - 10.2013
- Ensure all items are accurate among all systems
- Communicate with vendors to supply samples when needed
- Act as a go-between for customer service and the buyer's to handle QA and content issues
- Manage samples and work directly with the photo studio to plan photo and video shoots
- Analyze product reviews and determine when action might need taken
Product Content Specialist
Bluestem Brands, Inc.
11.2011 - 10.2012
- Manage product setup and content
- Maintain vendor relationships to ensure accurate content
- Ensure new products are on the web
Customer Service/Collections representative
Bluestem Brands, Inc.
08.2010 - 11.2011
- Handle customer service in an efficient manor while providing excellent care
- Process documents for bankruptcy claims, missing/damaged orders, reduced payment plants, refund requests, and POA claims
Assistant Manager
Dunham's Sports
04.2010 - 08.2010
Front Desk Manager
Holiday Inn/Waterpark
11.2008 - 04.2010
Operations Manager
Otsego Fitness Club
04.2008 - 09.2008
- Company Overview: (Went out of business)
- (Went out of business)
Department Manager
Sportsman's Warehouse
08.2002 - 04.2008
- Company Overview: (Went out of business)
- (Went out of business)
Education
Master's of Business Administration -
Keller Graduate School of Management
12.2010
Bachelor's of Science - Hydrogeology, Chemistry
University of Minnesota, Duluth
12.1999
Skills
- Shipping and receiving
- Advanced Excel
- Detailed Load Optimization
- Inventory Control
- Coordinate Invoice Management
- Effective Relationship Builder
- Process Efficiency Specialist
- Effective Communication
Timeline
Senior Logistics Analyst
Bluestem Brands
07.2021 - Current
Inventory Planner
Bluestem Brands, Inc.
04.2015 - 07.2021
Media Analyst
Bluestem Brands, Inc.
10.2013 - 04.2015
Merchandising Specialist
Bluestem Brands, Inc.
10.2012 - 10.2013
Product Content Specialist
Bluestem Brands, Inc.
11.2011 - 10.2012
Customer Service/Collections representative
Bluestem Brands, Inc.
08.2010 - 11.2011
Assistant Manager
Dunham's Sports
04.2010 - 08.2010
Front Desk Manager
Holiday Inn/Waterpark
11.2008 - 04.2010
Operations Manager
Otsego Fitness Club
04.2008 - 09.2008
Department Manager
Sportsman's Warehouse
08.2002 - 04.2008
Bachelor's of Science - Hydrogeology, Chemistry
University of Minnesota, Duluth
Master's of Business Administration -
Keller Graduate School of Management
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