Jaklin Minasian

• Supply Chain and Logistics • Product Development (Beauty and Food) • Demand Planning • Sourcing of packaging • Finding 3PL and Contract Manufacture that fits the best for company • Import and Export • Advice with the software implementation and set a structure and create all the BOM’s • Consult and clean all the production procedures to help increase productivity. • Developed and implemented highly successful strategic plans (short and long term). • Established inventory/purchasing control systems that gained millions of dollars in revenue. • Implement and maintain cost/benefit analyses, annual budgeting & forecasting. • Manage relationships with all vendors/suppliers to manage supply, negotiate pricing, and effectively balance run rate and inventory position Specialties: Beauty / Food / Beverage Operations / Supply Chain / Manufacturing

Spearhead end-to-end operations/supply chain functions, while serving as main point-of-contact for manufacturing vendors nationwide and executing month-end and year end operational activities for close. I handle cost-effective management of current and new products by conducting in-depth cost analyses to decrease overall overheads. I administer full-cycle inventory management to maintain streamlined levels. Lead all operations for QVC and Amazon accounts, as well as onboarding of brands to parent company (Guthy|Renker). I orchestrate development initiatives, promotional campaigns, pack outs, rebranding, and packaging by liaising with product development department, while coordinating with marketing department to devise promotions and special offers. I ensure fulfillment of deadlines and timely order completion by conferring with vendor to provide information regarding product and company. My key contributions during this role include:  Reduced cost of Volaire Uplift Mist production and packaging by 28% for participation in FabFitFun beauty box promotional campaign.  Augmented cash-flow by 35% by overseeing payment terms for all vendors.

led enhancements in demand planning and forecast framework for more than 20K items and 700 vendors by overseeing and improving purchasing and inventory control processes. I tracked and optimized procurement performance by developing and deploying range of performance metrics and KPIs. I employed continual process improvement technique and eliminated unproductive activities to optimize existing business procedures. I enhanced organizational productivity and ensured real-time tracking of operations through development and deployment of innovative reporting tool. I reconciled physical stock levels with that of computerized to deliver annual inventory report to Director of Finance. I standardized and automated training program by creating SOPs. Ensured in time delivery of services by directing logistical operations in coordination with several stockholders, including suppliers, and transportation companies. My key contributions during this tenure include:  Minimized inventory backlogs worth $3M by clearing overstock in collaboration with Merchant Marketing/Finance teams.  Reduced out of stock by 7% by fostering proactive coordination with merchant team and understanding promotional requirements.

At Toppik, I drove full-scope inventory/ supply chain management activities, managed adjustments, and devised dynamic plans to keep streamline inventory levels. I fostered and fortified lasting relationships with suppliers, as well as developing frameworks pertaining to end-to-end manufacturing subcontract services functions. I formulated strategic plans, streamlined go-to-market tactics, and steered overall product valuation. I instituted new production process to maintain product quality and consistency. I oversaw all aspects of production, as well as identifying performance and other gaps, and remediating them by performing in-depth audits of planning system. Instituted new production process to maintain product quality and consistency. I acquired raw materials, packaging goods, new suppliers, while negotiating favorable terms and pricings. My key contributions during this position included:  Sourced packaging goods from new suppliers, secured favorable payment terms and pricing with current suppliers, and generated 10% savings to COGS.  Conducted purchase and cost analysis for use of scheduling, planning, budgeting, and in support of other functional activities.

Steered full-scope operations to ensure seamless delivery of operations, drove production and inventory planning across the country, and administered logistics, warehousing, and distribution networks. I led overall business development endeavors and projects to augment revenues and fortify market position. Key contributions during this role included:  Generated substantial savings in material costs through skillful negotiations and reverse auction; leveraged dual sourcing methods to convert savings to bottom-line profit.  Managed raw materials and packaging goods for beverage production, while negotiating low-cost supplier contracts to generate cost savings of 15%+.  Reduced inventory by >12% and improved just on-time delivery system by planning, strategizing and implementing purchase and production process.

• Sourcing - Raw materials (Vitamins, Sweeteners, Preservatives, Amino Acids …) internationally. • Cost reduction – Reduce cost of goods sold based on finding new suppliers.Negotiate better payment terms and price. Reduce freight cost by consolidating our shipments. • Logistics – Overlooking and managing shipment contracts and logistics. • Business Development – Successfully introduced new line of products to both new and existing customers. • Financials - Cost/profit analyses, annual budgeting & forecasting. • Annual Business Plan – Prepare an annual business plan that includes company goals and strategies. • Accounting – Overlooking the financial transactions A/P, A/R, monthly sales figures. • Budgeting - Annual budgeting and risk assessment analysis. • Import-export - Working closely with import broker, FDA, custom clearance and all importation process. • Strategy Planning - Performing SWOT Analysis as a tool to increase sales. • Reporting directly to the Vice President and the President of the company.

• Negotiated pricing for annual purchases in excess of $20M for import and export products. • Set the necessary documents for releasing the container and work closely with the import broker. • Set all the timing and paper work, make sure to get US customs an FDA release on time to avoid Demurrage. • Familiar with all the FDA and USDA regulation and registration process. • Managed: Hired, trained, scheduled and supervised purchasing department employees. • Reduced the basic cost of goods by 5% by finding new international and domestic vendors. • Negotiation and signing contracts with 800 international and domestic vendors. • Travel to source and meet exciting and potential vendors. • Reporting to Vice President, and the president of the company.