Amber Wright
Johns Island
Summary
Results-driven Demand Planner with a proven track record at SupplyHouse, optimizing inventory management and achieving a 20% growth YoY. Skilled in data analysis and effective communication, I excel in cross-functional collaboration to enhance supply chain strategies and maintain high performance fill rates, ensuring alignment with company objectives.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Demand Planner
SupplyHouse
Melville
07.2023 - Current
- Analyzed demand forecasts to optimize inventory levels, reducing costs significantly.
- Conducted gap analyses between current inventory levels and projected needs to proactively identify shortages.
- Evaluated demand planning processes and forecast accuracy to identify improvement areas.
- Maintained 95% performance fill rate across top suppliers, aligning targets with company KPIs.
- Developed reports on inventory levels and supplier performance metrics to support cost-saving initiatives.
- Generated diverse forecast views to enhance cross-functional communication through demand planning dashboards.
- Led weekly meetings with internal departments to discuss and refine supply chain strategies.
- Facilitated onboarding of new planning tool (Relex) and tailored metrics in a test environment.
- Managed 39,686 SKUs within the Heating category and replenished 10,294 SKUs.
- Helped facilitate 20% growth YoY , $3million more in revenue over 2024.
Merchandise Planner I
SYGMA
09.2020 - 07.2023
- Managed forecasting and demand planning across all products for Panda Express in the Northern California market.
- Managed 575 items across multiple customers, including Panda Express, Einstein, Burger King, and Papa Murphy’s.
- Utilized demand planning software and daily sales data to generate accurate replenishment forecasts.
- Analyze and maintain perishable and non-perishable inventory across multiple concepts to meet customer’s needs, while navigating ever-changing supply chain challenges.
- Evaluated data and reviewed daily reports on shelf-life, inventory levels, supplier maintenance, out of stock, pricing, and weekly code dates to inform inventory decisions.
- Collaborated with cross-functional partners to enhance operational efficiency and support profitability.
- Established monthly export processes for Panda concepts in Japan and Guam.
- Ensure exports are delivered on time and coordinated with domestic purchase orders, while understanding FDA regulations and other international rules and guidelines.
Assortment Planner, Accessories/Graphics
Express
09.2018 - 02.2020
- Implemented streamlined buying process for women’s accessories, achieving 40% comp growth in one period.
- Maximized sales profit and inventory turnover through targeted productivity metrics by style and color.
- Aligned choice plans with category strategies, merchandise objectives, and weekly open-to-buy allocations.
- Collaborated with merchant and merchandise planner to create detailed item-level plans aligned with overall merchandise strategy.
- Developed comprehensive pre-season sales markdown and inventory plans per SKU in collaboration with inventory management.
- Managed volcanic targets by recommending purchases to enhance sell-through rates effectively.
- Maintained 52-week tool for tracking inventory levels across all categories in women’s accessories.
- Conducted ad-hoc reporting and analytics, facilitating cross-functional coordination and strategic decision-making.
Store Planner, Women's Tops
Express
08.2015 - 09.2018
- Streamlined cross-functional reporting, improving clarity and alignment in team processes.
- Mentored and developed multiple store analysts, resulting in several promotions.
- Owned diverse assignments to support pre-season and in-season allocation strategies.
- Aligned allocations with inventory projections through proactive collaboration with cross-functional teams.
- Collaborated with partners to develop pre-season plans based on seasonal insights and item-level reporting.
- Provided weekly reports to highlight current performance trends and test data analysis.
- Selected top stores for urgent category testing based on sell-through percentage and tier.
- Allocated merchandise nationwide and internationally, including franchise partners, to maintain optimal stock levels.
Store Analyst, Women's Tops
Express
04.2014 - 08.2015
- Allocated merchandise to stores based on established plans and current sales trends, aligning inventory with customer demand.
- Executed allocation strategies for merchandise, optimizing inventory levels in one of company’s largest departments.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to tailor allocation methods, driving sales growth across departments.
- Analyzed size and color performance while coordinating with merchandising and sizing teams.
- Included midweek sales analysis to project alignment with planned sales figures.
- Created analytical reports on department sales for executive committee review.
- Managed multiple projects in a collaborative team environment.
Purchase Order Assistant, International
Express
04.2013 - 04.2014
- Prioritized purchase order creation while managing revisions, size break requests, and departmental inquiries.
- Maintained high accuracy in all purchase order functions.
- Demonstrated multitasking ability based on urgency and deadlines.
- Collaborated weekly with cross-functional partners to uphold accuracy across channels.
- Established strong relationships with team members and supervisors to facilitate problem-solving.
- Developed and maintained multiple Excel charts to ensure correct procedural adherence.
Education
Bachelor of science - Retail Management, Business Administration
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SCSkills
- Forecasting demand
- Data analysis
- Inventory management
- Data accuracy
- Excel
- Microsoft Office applications
- Deadline management
- Multitasking
- Organizational skills
- Adaptability
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Effective communication
Timeline
Demand Planner
SupplyHouse
07.2023 - Current
Merchandise Planner I
SYGMA
09.2020 - 07.2023
Assortment Planner, Accessories/Graphics
Express
09.2018 - 02.2020
Store Planner, Women's Tops
Express
08.2015 - 09.2018
Store Analyst, Women's Tops
Express
04.2014 - 08.2015
Purchase Order Assistant, International
Express
04.2013 - 04.2014
Bachelor of science - Retail Management, Business Administration
University of South Carolina