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Insun Chung

Summary

Experienced supply chain professional dedicated to optimizing business efficiency through strategic planning and relationship-building. Skilled in developing impactful strategies, fostering strong partnerships, and driving continuous improvement to achieve sustainable growth. Adept at leveraging innovative solutions to enhance organizational success in a dynamic supply chain environment.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Merchandise Planning Manager

Claire’s
10.2022 - Current
  • Developed inventory strategies to balance new, core, and carryover merchandise
  • Managed forecast processes in Blue Yonder, optimizing inventory with real-time data
  • Monitored performance, reported findings to executives, and maintained departmental calendars
  • Led monthly S&OP meetings, analyzed risks and opportunities, and recommended mitigation plans
  • Oversaw excess and obsolete inventory, collaborating with Sales and Finance on exit strategies.

Senior Inventory Planner for Devices

US Cellular
01.2019 - 09.2022
  • Managed inventory financial forecasts and budgets for $180M+ worth of inventory
  • Developed and executed inventory management strategies, overseeing allocation and distribution
  • Provided business analysis and pricing strategies for inventory management
  • Communicated inventory positions and forecasts to senior management, supporting team development and efficiency.

Senior Master Scheduler

Plexus Corporation
11.2017 - 11.2018
  • Optimized working capital costs and developed production schedules
  • Communicated schedule changes and developed daily production plans
  • Coordinated new product introductions and managed cost data and performance reporting.

North America Demand Planner

Motorola Solutions Inc
07.2016 - 09.2017
  • Created and maintained demand plans and forecasts, led S&OP consensus meetings
  • Managed excess and obsolete inventory, supported global allocations, and optimized procurement processes
  • Developed vendor management strategies and performance tracking systems.

Global Software Procurement Planner

Motorola Solutions Inc
05.2013 - 07.2016
  • Created and maintained demand plans and forecasts, led S&OP consensus meetings
  • Managed excess and obsolete inventory, supported global allocations, and optimized procurement processes
  • Developed vendor management strategies and performance tracking systems.

North America Senior Procurement Planner

Motorola Solutions Inc
08.2006 - 05.2013
  • Created and maintained demand plans and forecasts, led S&OP consensus meetings
  • Managed excess and obsolete inventory, supported global allocations, and optimized procurement processes
  • Developed vendor management strategies and performance tracking systems.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Finance -

Northern Illinois University
DeKalb, IL
08.2005

Associate in Accounting -

William Rainey Harper College
Palatine, IL
05.2003

Skills

  • Microsoft Office Suite: Excel, PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint
  • ERP Systems: Oracle R11 & R12
  • Business Intelligence Tools: OBIEE, Power BI
  • Workflow Management: AGILE, SAVVION
  • Supply Chain Software: E2Open/TPC, Demantra, JDE, WMS, GSF, SAP (APO/ECC), IBP, Blue Yonder, SCPO, PMM
  • Virtual Desktop Infrastructure: CITRIX
  • Other Tools: GAINS, Google Workspace (Sheets, Slides, Docs)
  • Drive for Results: Demonstrated resilience and accountability in achieving performance targets and overcoming challenges
  • Analytical Thinking & Decision Making: Proficient in data analysis and informed decision-making to solve complex problems
  • Business Acumen: Strong understanding of business operations and market dynamics to align strategies with organizational goals
  • Teamwork & Collaboration: Skilled in fostering a collaborative environment and enhancing team productivity through effective communication

Timeline

Senior Merchandise Planning Manager

Claire’s
10.2022 - Current

Senior Inventory Planner for Devices

US Cellular
01.2019 - 09.2022

Senior Master Scheduler

Plexus Corporation
11.2017 - 11.2018

North America Demand Planner

Motorola Solutions Inc
07.2016 - 09.2017

Global Software Procurement Planner

Motorola Solutions Inc
05.2013 - 07.2016

North America Senior Procurement Planner

Motorola Solutions Inc
08.2006 - 05.2013

Bachelor of Science in Finance -

Northern Illinois University

Associate in Accounting -

William Rainey Harper College

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