Venus Reed
Atlanta,GA
Summary
MBA with 8+ years of progressive leadership experience across supply chain, procurement, logistics, inventory management, accounting, and financial operations. Proven success managing a $5M inventory portfolio, supporting $5M in annual purchasing activity, overseeing relationships with 30+ vendors, and leading SAP-enabled operational improvements. Recognized for delivering $528K+ in annual inventory savings, improving collections efficiency by 25%, managing a $10M+ revenue portfolio, and leveraging Power BI analytics to drive strategic decision-making. Experienced leading teams, optimizing ERP processes, negotiating supplier agreements, and partnering with Finance, Procurement, Operations, and Sales to improve organizational performance.
Experienced with client relationship management, ensuring satisfaction and loyalty. Utilizes strategic sales techniques to identify and capitalize on opportunities. Knowledge of CRM systems and effective communication for optimal results.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Inside Sales Executive
Hydradyne LLC
Norcross, GA
02.2024 - Current
- Serve as liaison between Sales, Operations, Purchasing, and customers to ensure timely order fulfillment and issue resolution.
- Develop executive Power BI dashboards tracking revenue, margins, backlog, operational KPIs, and business performance.
- Utilize SAP ERP and CRM systems to improve reporting accuracy, forecasting, and operational planning.
- Analyze customer demand and sales trends to support inventory planning and business decisions.
- Conducted regular follow-ups with clients to ensure service quality and address any concerns promptly.
- Increased sales revenue by building strong relationships with clients and providing insightful product recommendations.
- Used CRM software to maintain detailed contact logs and account records.
Inventory Manager
WIKA Instruments
Lawrenceville, GA
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Directed inventory planning and optimization for a $5M inventory portfolio supporting procurement, production, finance, and customer fulfillment.
- Supported approximately $5M in annual purchasing activity while partnering with Procurement and Finance to improve purchasing decisions and inventory availability.
- Managed relationships with 30+ vendors to ensure material availability and supplier performance.
- Supervised and developed a team of 3 employees while improving productivity and accountability.
- Delivered $528K+ in annual inventory savings through strategic inventory optimization.
- Managed tens of thousands of SKUs while balancing inventory investment with customer service requirements.
- Designed executive Power BI and SQL dashboards to monitor KPIs, inventory health, purchasing metrics, and service levels.
- Optimized SAP ERP inventory processes to improve inventory accuracy and operational efficiency.
- Negotiated scrap metal recycling agreements and coordinated resale of excess inventory to sister divisions to recover organizational value.
- Managed a $10K annual operating budget supporting inventory initiatives.
Revenue Manager
Century Fire & Protection
Duluth, GA
11.2020 - 02.2023
- Managed operational and financial performance for a $10M+ revenue portfolio.
- Improved collections efficiency by 25% through accounts receivable, cash application, and customer account management.
- Partnered with operations and leadership to improve profitability, pricing strategy, and business performance.
- Prepared forecasting, variance analysis, and executive reporting.
Senior International Logistics Accountant
ATPAC
Roswell, GA
02.2016 - 01.2020
- Supported international logistics, procurement, purchasing, and accounting operations.
- Performed accounts receivable support, collections, cash application, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
- Worked extensively in ERP systems to improve financial accuracy and operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with supply chain, operations, and finance teams to strengthen processes and internal controls.
Education
MBA -
Columbia International University
Columbia, SC08-2026
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Leadership
Fort Hays State University
Hays, KS12-2024
Skills
- SAP ERP
- Power BI
- SQL
- Advanced Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office Suite
- CRM
- Tableau (Basic)
LEADERSHIP HIGHLIGHTS
- 8+ years of supply chain, logistics, procurement, accounting, and finance experience.
- Managed a $5M inventory portfolio supporting manufacturing operations.
- Supported approximately $5M in annual purchasing activity.
- Managed relationships with 30+ vendors.
- Oversaw tens of thousands of SKUs.
- Delivered $528K+ in annual inventory savings.
- Managed a $10M+ revenue portfolio.
- Improved collections efficiency by 25%.
- Led and developed a team of 3 employees.
- Advanced SAP ERP, Power BI, SQL, and dashboard analytics expertise.
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Supply Chain Management
- Procurement
- Purchasing Operations
- Inventory Management
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Supplier Negotiations
- ERP Optimization (SAP)
- Budget Management
- Power BI
- Advanced Excel
- SQL
- Dashboard Analytics
- KPI Development
- Demand Planning
- Financial Analysis
- Process Improvement
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (In Progress)
- Cross-Functional Leadership
- Team Leadership
- Continuous Improvement
Timeline
Inside Sales Executive
Hydradyne LLC
02.2024 - Current
Inventory Manager
WIKA Instruments
01.2023 - 01.2024
Revenue Manager
Century Fire & Protection
11.2020 - 02.2023
Senior International Logistics Accountant
ATPAC
02.2016 - 01.2020
MBA -
Columbia International University
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Leadership
Fort Hays State University