Benjamin Claypool
Phoenix
Summary
Experienced merchandise professional with a proven track record in accurately anticipating market demands and formulating effective merchandise strategies. Demonstrates expertise in analyzing market trends and leveraging data for decision-making. Recognized for meticulous attention to detail and seamless collaboration with cross-functional teams to achieve organizational objectives. Thrives in dynamic business environments, consistently prioritizing tangible results.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Demand Planner
PetSmart
05.2024 - Current
- Led the inventory team on a new Register Program creating new processes, leading to 10% increase in in-stock out pacing all other categories by 2%.
- Led the inventory team on a new Register Program creating new processes, leading to 10% increase in in-stock.
- Oversaw +$30 million in inventory leading all Demand Planners in POG size and off-shelf Locations utilizing SAP and SQL reporting to identify inventory risk and streamline inventory initiatives.
- Led the Proprietary Brand launch, negotiated with vendors, and oversaw inventory buys, resulting in a 98% in stock post launch.
- Presented monthly forecast updates to senior management, highlighting key changes and risks in the demand outlook.
Data Integrity Specialist
PetSmart
06.2023 - 05.2024
- Led projects on merchandise initiatives, organizing findings and presenting to leadership.
- Led development of new reports and Audits through SQL as well as developed a project with stakeholders in the business increasing time savings by 37% weekly.
- Actively participated in the Associate Resource Group Mosaic on the business team facilitating a high level project that provided stores with new Spanish contracts for customers with language barriers.
- Point of contact on new vendor setup coordinating documentation and facilitating instructions.
Customs Brokerage Specialist
Expeditors International
04.2022 - 06.2023
- Boosted account accuracy from 50% to 96% in the first 6 months of oversight.
- Created process mapping and flows for new and existing customers increasing team efficiency by 25%.
- Led all brokers in files cleared month over month while integrating new AI technology.
Lead Program Development Specialist
Grand Canyon University
02.2020 - 04.2022
- Promoted after a year of leading all Interns in productivity.
- Led the team in student commitments through the 2020-2021 school year.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management, Marketing
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZSkills
- Sales and Demand planning
- Forecasting accuracy
- Data interpretation
- SAP System Expertise
- SQL proficiency
- Import-export compliance
Leadership Experience
Student Body Vice president, Associated Students of Grand Canyon University
- Elected by over 25,000 peers to lead a 60+ student government, acting as primary point of contact between administration and students.
Marketing Director, Canyon Activities Board Grand Canyon University
- Oversaw a team of 5 Student leaders, developing marketing strategies and marketing events to over 25,000 students. Directly oversaw a budget of over $100,000.
Timeline
Demand Planner
PetSmart
05.2024 - Current
Data Integrity Specialist
PetSmart
06.2023 - 05.2024
Customs Brokerage Specialist
Expeditors International
04.2022 - 06.2023
Lead Program Development Specialist
Grand Canyon University
02.2020 - 04.2022
Bachelor of Science - Business Management, Marketing
Grand Canyon University
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