Sarah Allison
Aurora
Summary
Experienced MDM Manager skilled in optimizing master data processes for a Fortune 500 company. Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams, improving operational efficiency and ensuring data accuracy. Advanced proficiency in data management tools and a strong commitment to driving strategic data initiatives.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
MDM Manager
Vistar, A Performance Food Group Company
01.2022 - Current
- Spearheaded training and management of a team of 5-7 associates enhancing operational productivity
- Established and enforced data standards, ensuring supply chain precision and accuracy
- Developed comprehensive item profiles, contributing to a $5 billion revenue stream
- Analyzed team performance and activities to deliver comprehensive task completion updates every week
- Implemented effective metrics for associate evaluations, optimizing workload management
- Reporting GS1 item publication information to Category Management and Sales leadership teams
- Guided suppliers on GDSN database advantages, fostering improved compliance and efficiency
- Assigned tasks to associates to fit skill levels and maximize team performance
- Established and prioritized objectives for individuals and teams
- Recruited and hired qualified candidates to fill open positions
- Planned and delivered training sessions to improve employee effectiveness and address areas of weakness
- Conducted performance reviews for team members
- Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation
MDM Coordinator
Vistar, A Performance Food Group Company
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Leveraged GDSN Data Pool provider to request and retrieve item information from suppliers
- Create and maintain item information within company ERP system (Dev400)
- Outlined critical steps for suppliers to facilitate seamless GDSN publication processes
- Resolved customer complaints or answered customers' questions
Buyer
Vistar, A Performance Food Group Company
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Oversaw inventory levels nationwide
- Managed inventory replenishment for diverse products and sales channels
- Examined short shelf-life items for optimal warehouse redistribution
- Maintained consistent communication between Sales team and suppliers for efficient logistics management
- Employ web-based programming (Blue Ridge) for sales forecasting and purchase order creation
- Collaborated with suppliers and internal departments for new item setup as required
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Natural Resource Recreation and Tourism
Colorado State University
08.2012
Skills
- Master data management (MDM) and quality assurance
- Change management
- Cross-Functional team leadership and management
- Data integration and quality assurance
- SAP
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Power BI, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Data analysis
- Data Governance
- ERP system Management
- Supplier relationship management
- Performance management
- Staff training and development
- Recruiting and interviewing
- Conflict resolution
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Complex Problem-solving
- Project management
- Trend analysis
- Coaching and mentoring
- Inventory management
- Employee onboarding
- Key performance indicators
Timeline
MDM Manager
Vistar, A Performance Food Group Company
01.2022 - Current
MDM Coordinator
Vistar, A Performance Food Group Company
01.2021 - 01.2022
Buyer
Vistar, A Performance Food Group Company
01.2018 - 01.2021
Bachelor Of Science - Natural Resource Recreation and Tourism
Colorado State University
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