Sophia Oliveira
Hudson,MA
Summary
Professional Project Manager with experience working with teams to accomplish short- and long-term project goals through effective communication with key stakeholders. Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Market Development Program Manager; Previously Market Development Operations Manager, New Club Project Specialist
BJs Wholesale Club
01.2020 - Current
- Proven track record of successfully managing end-to-end project lifecycles for opening 12 new club locations per fiscal year
- Fosters strong working relationships with cross-functional teams, including Real Estate, Property Development/Construction, Operations, Marketing, IT, Asset Protection, Finance, HR/TA/L&D and Procurement, to elevate and improve every opening
- Conducts in-depth market research to identify opportunities, assess risks and educate internal teams so best serve and relate to new local members
- Continuously streamlines processes and workflows to enhance project efficiency and reduce overall company costs
- Promotes a culture of adaptability by thriving in dynamic environments while adapting strategies and plans as needed to address challenges
- Demonstrates exceptional communication skills for conveying project updates, expectations, and progress to internal stakeholders, executives, and external partners
Space Planning and Item Assortment Analyst
BJs Wholesale Club
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Managed over 300 unique planograms for Sundries/Homecare/HBA/General Merchandise/Consumer Electronics in partnership with category management group
- Took on project management responsibilities for Space Planning/Assortment and Merchant Teams for new Club locations
- Provided the training and team support for migrating from Apollo to Symphony Suite including overseeing UAT and collaboration with Symphony to address customization and enhancements necessary for BJ's use
- Utilize SQL to analyze internal data and inform data-driven decision making
Manager of Planogram Development; Key Account Manager - Roche Bros; Category Manager - Oral Care
Imperial Distributors
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Developed and led a robust team to manage 3000+ planograms
- Optimized current processes through collaboration with key partners to increase efficiencies
- Regularly analyzed sales and data trends to address gaps
- Orchestrated and managed the organization and execution of remodel and new store initiatives
- Played a pivotal role in New Business Development, fostering relationships with both existing and new customers while managing key accounts (P&L responsibility, operational oversight and team development)
- Managed field and home office based teams
- Developed a training plan for operational and office-based roles
Planogram Specialist; Senior Planogram Specialist; Space Management Supervisor
Imperial Distributors
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Developed processes to use spins/IRI/Nielsen data to maximize space allocation and product assortments across all GM and HBW Categories
- Established essential relationships with Imperial Category Managers, Procurement team and Vendor Partners to clearly define strategies and goals in all categories and create an annual implementation schedule for the company
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration
Northampton Community College
Bethlehem, PA05.2011
Skills
- Project Management
- Interpersonal Communication
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Productivity Improvement
- Market Development
- Microsoft Suite
- Mondaycom / SmartSheet
- Process Improvement and Optimization
Recognition
- The Griffin Report - Top 40 under 40 in the Food Industry, 2016
- Women of Influence in the Food Industry, 2017
- Imperial Distributors - The Leadership by Example Award, 2016
References
Upon Request
Timeline
Market Development Program Manager; Previously Market Development Operations Manager, New Club Project Specialist
BJs Wholesale Club
01.2020 - Current
Space Planning and Item Assortment Analyst
BJs Wholesale Club
01.2019 - 01.2020
Manager of Planogram Development; Key Account Manager - Roche Bros; Category Manager - Oral Care
Imperial Distributors
01.2015 - 01.2018
Planogram Specialist; Senior Planogram Specialist; Space Management Supervisor
Imperial Distributors
01.2013 - 01.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration
Northampton Community College
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