Director of Merchandising
Director of Merchandising and proven leader who actively participates as a team member toward the completion of goals. Strong history of taking actions that builds productive relationships, resulting in high quality team output. Continuous focus on improving business performance by understanding the financial implications of decisions and taking actions to improve work processes. Demonstrated ability to understand and meet the needs of customers and suppliers that are both internal and external.

Keen ability to anticipate emerging and future customer, Food Service marketplace and competitive trends accurately; create breakthrough strategies to proactively address impending challenges and capitalizes on opportunities.

• Managing an Average Inventory of $36 Million
• Sales of $800 million total
• Working with over 90 sales DSM/AE/MA
• Managing E&O of under 2%
• Managing Fill Rate to 99.55% Goal
• Managing DSO 18 Days
• Spoilage under $.09 a case
• Working with Sales/Finance/Inventory Control/Operations/Transportation/Facilities
• Meeting Weekly with Sales, Ops, Inventory Control, and Purchasing to achieve goals

Director of Merchandising

• Managing a department of 17 direct reports - PSSA(3), Replenishment Asst(2), QA(4), Buyers (8)
• Managing an Inventory of $55 Million between Las Vegas & Phoenix
• Sales of $800 million total
• Managing E&O
• Managing Fill Rate to 99.55% Goal
• Managing DIO 22.5 Days
• Working with RSC and Local Buyers
• Meeting Weekly with Sales, Ops, Inventory Control, and Purchasing to achieve goals

SW Area Replenishment Manager

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Anthony Papa

Arizona State University