Leeann S. CollinsBeaverton, OR 97003

(503) 702-9353 leeann.collins@live.com

Norm Thompson Outfitters / Orchard Brands May 2011 to July 2016Inventory Planning Analyst/ Gold Violin

Developed accurate product forecasts that were within 5% +/- of the revenue targets by partnering with Merchandising and having a strong understanding of the seasonal strategies.Reacted immediately to various sale trends by reviewing customer orders on a daily /weekly basis of forecasts to actual and re-forecasting based on sales trends and product performance to minimize customer backorders and meet in-stock targets of 96.5% final fill rate. Exceeded 3.0 inventory turns because of my buy strategy that utilized multiple orders over time using vendors lead and MOQs to avoid the least amount of inventory risk but met customer orders.I worked with vendors negotiating required delivery dates, MOQs and held vendors accountable for meeting commitments.I had a direct report that I was responsible for hiring, development, and training, performance management and termination.

Nike, Inc., Beaverton, OR 1998-2009Senior Regional Planning Analyst

Responsible for Nike Promo blank business for all Sports Marketing activities included college off field wear.Responsible for compiling all Event Planner’s forecast and purchased product to meet event need dates. I maintained a 97% on time order fill rate

CAREER SUMMARY:

Inventory planning specialist with an excellent track record of coordinating product availability that meets consumer sales. I have a proven track record with experience in demand forecasting, inventory planning and management. I am adept at predicting and analysis of demand and optimize inventory to achieve maximum profitability.

Areas of Expertise

Demand Forecasting Inventory Management Procurement and negotiations Supply chain management Staffing, supervising and training Strong PC skills: Microsoft applications include Word, Excel, PowerPoint,

Access, SAP, FC21

Developed and implemented time-phased tee-shirt buys on a monthly basis, rather than seasonally, with smaller buys and buying more often which reduced on-hand inventory and increasing inventory turns. Implemented quarterly Event Planner forecast need reviews to keep forecasts accurate which significantly decreased excess product purchased and reduced aged inventory. Developed and provided forecast quarterly history and usage reports to Event Planners thereby, improving forecasts and purchasing accuracy and reduced excess inventory.

Leeann S. CollinsBeaverton, OR 97003

(503) 702-9353 leeann.collins@live.com

Senior Inventory Planner Consistently met supply chain purchasing deadlines to ensure on time delivery and customer satisfaction.Developed and managed distribution center Sales Receipts and Inventory (SRI) report used for budgeting and hiring plans. Enabling management to staff accordingly and improved budget head count needs.Indentified as departmental systems “SuperUser” and participated in the successful SAP supply chain system upgrade.Senior staff member participating in staff selection, and responsible for mentoring and training to ensure functional expertise across planning team.

Inventory Planner IISupported category initiatives and inventory targets by managing category purchases through accurate buying decisions.Optimized factory production capacity by accurately balancing inventory needs against product delivery commitments. Contributed to category financial metrics by providing accurate reporting of delivery performance, inventory levels and potential close-out ratios.