Professional Summary
Professional Overview
Katie Sherman is an accomplished supply chain and operations leader with extensive experience in demand and supply planning. As the Director of Demand and Supply Planning at Michael Foods, she is responsible for driving strategic decision-making, optimizing inventory levels, and aligning supply with fluctuating customer demand.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Director of Demand and Supply Planning at Michael Foods, Katie oversees the company's demand forecasting, inventory management, and supply planning processes. She is responsible for identifying and mitigating risks, improving forecast accuracy, and implementing data-driven strategies to enhance the efficiency and responsiveness of the supply chain. Under her leadership, the demand and supply planning team has achieved significant reductions in inventory costs and improved customer service levels.
Career Progression
Prior to her current role, Katie held progressive positions in demand planning and supply chain management. As the Demand Planning Manager at Michael Foods, she successfully implemented advanced forecasting models and collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance supply chain visibility. Earlier in her career, she served as the Senior Demand Planning Manager at G&K Services and the Forecasting and Planning Manager at Jostens, where she honed her expertise in demand forecasting, inventory optimization, and production planning.
Academic Background
Katie holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from the University of Minnesota, with a concentration in Operations Management. She has also completed various professional development programs in supply chain management and advanced analytics.
Areas of Expertise
- Demand forecasting and planning
- Supply chain optimization
- Inventory management and control
- Production planning and scheduling
- Data analysis and business intelligence
- Cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management
- Change management and process improvement
Professional Impact
During her tenure at Michael Foods, Katie has spearheaded several initiatives that have contributed to the company's operational excellence. She has implemented advanced forecasting models that have improved forecast accuracy by over 15%, enabling the company to better align supply with fluctuating customer demand. Additionally, her leadership in inventory optimization has resulted in a 20% reduction in working capital, while maintaining high customer service levels.
Conclusion
With her proven track record of driving supply chain efficiency and her deep understanding of the food and beverage industry, Katie is a valuable asset to Michael Foods. Her strategic vision, data-driven decision-making, and collaborative approach position her as a highly effective leader in the field of demand and supply planning.
