Sarah rosner, M.B.A.
Hello! I'm Sarah Rosner, an accomplished professional with a diverse background in business strategy, process improvement, and data analytics. As a Six Sigma Black Belt certified professional with an MBA in Strategic Management, I excel in driving operational efficiency and delivering impactful results. My unique blend of humanities and analytics background allows me to approach challenges with a holistic perspective, leveraging data-driven insights to optimize processes and enhance organizational performance.Below you will find my resume, recent accomplishments, core values, and some more pertinent information, so that you can get a more complete picture of me.I am always eager to expand my knowledge and skills, which is why I continue to pursue additional coursework. Recently this has been in law, humanities, data analytics, and Salesforce.Feel free to connect with me and explore potential opportunities for collaboration or process improvement initiatives.
Let's make a positive impact together!
Experience
2022 - 2024Arkema Inc.:
Indirect Buyer
At Arkema, my responsibilities pertain to process improvement, contributing to national projects, and communication with international audiences from within the Strategic Procurement department at Arkema’s North American Corporate Headquarters. Projects include:• Analyzing and processing purchase requisitions for 20+ sites, while obtaining optimum pricing, terms, identify savings, and deliveries for exceeding compliance and increasing liquidity.•Issuing 7,000+ purchase orders, totaling $55M+ in spend, for OpEx and CapEx goods and services.• Took initiative to utilize Root Cause Analysis for ongoing or heightened customer issues within current tools, for process improvements and remediated efforts.SKILLS: Relationship Building, Bid Analysis, Process Improvement, Business Strategy.
2021 - 2022TechLink Systems:
Remote ConsultantArkema Inc.:
Strategic Business Analyst
Arkema is the leader in the specialty chemicals and advanced materials industry. Responsibilities include:• Leading Merger & Acquisition Integration projects for newly acquired manufacturing divisions.• Achieved first year savings of $400k by volume price break ordering, securing credit memos for overbillings, and converted unused airline credit to a Universal Air Travel Plan (UATP card), among others.• Performing corporate spend analysis for multiple divisions, analyzing results and periodically preparing PowerPoint decks for international video presentations.• Performing cost recovery analysis in corporate travel spend and developing recommendations for permanent travel cost savings, with a sustainability and duty of care focus.• Other projects include conducting travel audits and spend analysis, retrieving airline refunds and credits, developing COVID-19 travel policy documents, and collaborating with others for procurement of a COVID Compliance Tracking HR solution.SKILLS: Data & Metrics Interpreting, Forecasting/ Reporting, Gap Analysis, Merger & Acquisition Integration.
2020 - 2021Fresh Digital PresenceProject Manager
Fresh Digital Presence is a digital presence management organization, providing social media marketing and technical services to enhance business’s digital reputations, among other offerings. Projects include:• Conducting business analysis of S&P 500 companies through examining and assessing financial statements, market trends, and earnings projections for asset management and portfolio diversification.• Analyzing requirements, making recommendations, and acting as a family liaison in various estate planning techniques, products, and services.• Budgeting and coordinating multiple property renovations, totaling $250k+, including marketing materials and website content.SKILLS: Contract Management, Cost/Budget Management, Conflict Resolution
2015 - 2019Nestlé NespressoTeam Leader
Nespresso is a unit of the Nestle Group and the leader in premium coffee. Responsibilities include streamlining store operations, supply chain management, human resources, customer service, and B2B partnerships. Special projects include:• Enhancing retail store workflows, by utilizing 5S Methodology, resulting in a 40% inventory shrinkage improvement, more accurate forecasting, and faster procurement for 200+ SKUs.• Authoring a management and employee audit workbook and multiple training guides, resulting in a 98% performance improvement, by utilizing content familiarity and differential impact for the staff.• Utilizing workforce analytics to identify and support high-potential employees, mentoring candidates’ growth mindset mentorship via cross-training and decreasing skill gaps, resulting in successful employee promotions.SKILLS: Inventory/Quality Management, Training Materials Development, In-House Auditing.
2014 - 2015iCue CorpInternet Marketing Assistant
iCue Corp is a marketing and advertising consulting organization, specializing in web-based, multichannel communications. Responsibilities include formulating marketing content, press releases, and aiding in the development of IT systems. Projects include:• Developing internet marketing initiatives, resulting in a 40% increase in website traffic, by targeting Fortune 500 companies through website design, competitive analysis, marketing content, SEO, and other KPI analytics.• Collaborating in the design and implementation of a Microsoft Dynamics CRM system.SKILLS: Marketing, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Development, Brand Building.
2008 - 2013Barnes & NobleStore Supervisor
Barnes & Noble College Booksellers is the leader in the retail operations for college bookstores. Responsibilities include implementing workflow procedure enhancements and developing employees for succession planning.• Managing procurement and sector rotation for +500 classes and +1,000 items of merchandise.
• Conceptualizing modern designs for college’s merchandise and utilizing cross-merchandising displays, resulting in 35% sales improvement.
Education
M.B.A.
Strategic Management
Western Governors University
2014 - 2015
B.A.
Humanities
Holy Family University
2008 - 2012
Achieved Top 5 of 50,000 global student participants in the Business Strategy Game (BSG).
Academic School Honors & Dean's List.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
MY CORE VALUES
Promote Daily Overall Wellness
Practicing healthy & positive daily habits to attain better emotional, intellectual, & physical outcomes for a happy and fulfilling life.Personal Integrity, Accountability, and Trustworthiness
Do what is right (open, honest, ethical, and fair), accept responsibility for own actions, embrace opportunities to contribute, & reliability in own words and actions.Contribute to Diverse & Inclusive Team
I thrive in collaborative environments & I believe you can get the best result by utilizing this approach. Everyone brings a unique & valuable perspective to the table via ideas, strengths, interests, & backgrounds.Growth Mindset Mentorship
Always pass along knowledge & assist in developing other individuals- consultant, counselor, & cheerleader via effort, strategies, & input.Continuous Learning
Constantly striving to improve & enhance current skills & knowledge in all areas of life, on an on-going basis. Never limiting myself & often diving into curiosity, creativity, problem solving, critical thinking, & use of personal reflection & evaluation.Personal and Creative Passion
In a business setting, perform with purpose & direction. Align activities with core values. Utilize my education, experience, & skills. Achieve success through teamwork that innovates processes & accomplishes objectives by providing benefit in the short & long term.Collective Sustainability
Meeting personal & business requirements, while reducing negative impact on our environment whenever possible; economical, environmental, & social.
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IN MY SPARE TIME
Working remotely allows to me to have a career path that I love, while also giving me the freedom to experience & enjoy all that life has to offer.I like to try new activities, be a life long learner, always be reading at least one book, perfecting my baking recipes, & finding a new podcast to listen to while I go on hikes with my dog, Rose.I also enjoy courtroom films, James Cagney classics, & social documentaries.During the Covid-19 Quarantine, I completed coursework & advanced certifications in American Law, Data Analytics, Marketing, Nutrition, Project Management, Psychology, & Six Sigma.Additionally, I managed several significant home improvement projects & eventually sold my property in Chester County PA; taking advantage of the high real estate demand marketplace & relocating closer to an area that would be more conducive to the new career opportunities I am pursuing.In short, the lockdown did not stop me from being productive!
HOBBIES AND INTERESTS
Music: Curating Playlists, Playing a Variety of Instruments, & Supporting Live Music.Collecting Artwork: Cinephilia, Neo-Traditional Tattoos, Pannapictagraphy, & Transmedia Art.Health and Wellness: Baking Breads, Fitness (Power Lifting), Hiking, Spelunking, Vegetarian Cooking, & Walking Marathons (5K & 10K).
Personal Accomplishments
Playing bass guitar within the School of Rock at notable Philadelphia venues, including a 3-day festival at Live Nation: Penn’s Landing Concert Stage, alongside Devo & Dropkick Murphys, among others.
Competing in interstate equestrian stadium show jumping, receiving numerous ribbons for showmanship, & indulging in the adrenaline rush of barrel racing.
FAVORITE LITERATURE
The Count of Monte Cristo
by Alexandre DumasThe Divine Comedy
by Dante AlighieriJust Kids
by Patti SmithMustaine: A Heavy Metal Memoir
by Dave Mustaine
PODCASTS
I ENJOY
The Successful MindsetThe School of GreatnessThe Happiness LabBecoming WiseTiny Desk ConcertsGood Music Podcast
ORGANIZATIONS & INITIATIVES THAT I SUPPORT
AIDS FundAmerican Heart AssociationNew Jersey Association for JusticeProduct (RED)Purple Heart Service FoundationSame Sky FoundationSchool of RockThe Center for AutismThe Conservation Fund
