ZACHARY PRETTYMAN
Logan,UT
Summary
Dynamic Program Manager with 5 years of experience in managing cross-functional teams, driving complex projects, and delivering high-impact results within budget and timelines. Extensive expertise in demand planning, with a proven ability to forecast and align resources to meet organizational needs efficiently. Seeking to leverage analytical, negotiation, and vendor management skills in a Buyer role to enhance procurement processes and ensure supply chain excellence. Known for a meticulous approach to detail and a passion for aligning purchasing decisions with demand forecasts and organizational goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
International Demand Planner/Mass Production Program Manager
iFIT Health and Fitness
07.2019 - Current
- Managed end-to-end procurement process to optimize material inventory to meet project demands
- Utilized MRP planning to ensure on-time delivery for over 20 products.
- Spearheaded inventory management and record reconciliation
- Created concise and comprehensive reports for management
- Reduced inventory costs by optimizing safety stock levels and effectively managing obsolete items.
- Succeeded in maintaining a healthy inventory through strategic management of supplier capacity and demand.
- Presented monthly forecast updates to senior management, highlighting key changes and risks in the demand outlook.
Assistant Manager
The Munch Box
06.2016 - 07.2022
- Consistently built strong connections with event coordinators across multiple years.
- Secured proper permits required for operations
- Streamlined supply forecasting and procurement processes.
Volunteer LEAN Improvement Consultant
Schreiber Foods
08.2018 - 12.2018
- Established processes to reduce waste during production changeovers
- Utilized Practical Process Improvement system to optimize change over process.
Kitchen Steward
USU Dining Services
10.2017 - 07.2019
- Implemented efficient processes to cut inventory processing time by 50%
- Demonstrated exceptional organizational skills in effectively managing physical inventory using a FIFO approach
- Maintained adequate supply levels by adhering to MOQ and safety stock requirements.
Education
BBA - Operations Management
USU Jon M. Huntsman School of Business
Logan, UT05.2019
Skills
- Adept at cross-functional communication
- Strong Communication skills
- Adapt quickly to changing work environments
- Technical procurement experience
- Dependable
- Strong work ethic
- SAP Knowledge
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Experienced in Google Apps
Leadership Experience
- Volunteer Service Representative, Nonprofit Organization, Melbourne, Australia, Achieved goals by creating and following specific plans, Unified differing groups to work toward common goals, 09/2013, 09/2015
- Eagle Scout Award Recipient, Boy Scouts of America, Price, UT, Organized 30+ people in local cleanup effort of public area, Met all necessary requirements in under 2 years, 11/2009
Timeline
International Demand Planner/Mass Production Program Manager
iFIT Health and Fitness
07.2019 - Current
Volunteer LEAN Improvement Consultant
Schreiber Foods
08.2018 - 12.2018
Kitchen Steward
USU Dining Services
10.2017 - 07.2019
Assistant Manager
The Munch Box
06.2016 - 07.2022
BBA - Operations Management
USU Jon M. Huntsman School of Business
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