Connie Man
El Monte
Summary
Operations and procurement professional with 8+ years of experience managing inventory flow, order fulfillment, and supplier coordination across retail and e-commerce channels. Proven ability to improve in-stock performance, support high-volume operations, and collaborate cross-functionally with operations, finance, and logistics teams.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement Analyst
Curology
11.2023 - Current
- Manage inventory flow across retail fulfillment channels including Target, Walmart, CVS, and Amazon, coordinating with external 3PL partners to ensure timely and accurate delivery.
- Partner with cross-functional teams (planning, marketing, finance, 3PL) to align inventory readiness with product launches, promotions, and retailer requirements.
- Coordinate with 3PL partners to track inbound shipments, resolve receiving discrepancies, and ensure accurate inventory movement.
- Monitor order status and proactively resolve delays, shortages, and supplier issues to maintain strong in-stock performance.
- Supported planning and execution of retailer initiatives, promotions, and events, ensuring alignment of inventory and vendor readiness with market needs.
- Contributed to cost-saving initiatives by reviewing supplier quotes and lead times, optimizing purchasing strategies to enhance operational efficiency.
- Develop and refine standard operating procedures (SOPs) for order processing and fulfillment to improve accuracy, efficiency, and cross-team alignment.
- Analyzed inventory levels and supplier performance data to inform operational decision-making and drive continuous improvement efforts.
Buyer
Hourglass Cosmetics
10.2022 - 11.2023
- Managed high-volume purchase orders and inventory coordination, supporting retail and e-commerce demand for key partners like Sephora.
- Partnered with demand planning, logistics, and warehouse teams to ensure accurate and timely order fulfillment.
- Coordinated with 3PL and vendors to optimize shipment timelines, resolve discrepancies, and prioritize urgent orders.
- Ensured shipping documentation accuracy and collaborated cross-functionally to resolve invoice and receiving issues.
- Built Excel-based inventory and PO tracking reports (macros, pivot tables) to improve visibility into stock levels and order status.
Buyer / Planner
Halco Lighting Technologies
03.2020 - 10.2022
- Forecasted demand and adjusted purchasing strategies based on sales trends and supplier lead times.
- Managed inventory planning and material flow to ensure consistent product availability across multiple SKUs, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Monitored stock levels and backorders, proactively placing orders to boost in-stock rates and optimize service levels.
- Coordinated with suppliers and logistics partners to align production schedules and shipment timelines.
- Analyzed inventory data and purchasing trends to improve planning accuracy and reduce excess inventory.
- Partnered with warehouse and operations teams to resolve inventory discrepancies, improving fulfillment accuracy and reducing delays.
Purchasing Analyst
Classic Home
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Managed $5M+ in monthly purchase orders across 25+ global suppliers, supporting high-volume inventory flow.
- Negotiated pricing and shipping terms, ensuring timely and accurate order fulfillment to meet operational demands.
- Coordinated international shipments and container prioritization to align delivery timelines with logistics and 3PL partners.
- Monitored inventory performance and supported strategies to minimize excess stock and enhance turnover rates.
Production & Development Coordinator
Forever 21
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Coordinated vendor production and shipment tracking to ensure timely retail product launches.
- Managed purchase orders and shipping documentation to maintain on-time delivery across multiple product categories.
- Coordinated development initiatives to enhance brand presence and customer engagement.
- Managed project timelines and resources to ensure timely execution of marketing campaigns.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align on product launch strategies and promotions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Western Governors University
05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of California
Riverside03-2011
Skills
- Inventory Management
- Order Fulfillment
- Vendor Management
- 3PL Coordination
- Logistics Coordination
- Inventory Planner
- Forecasting
- Supplier Management
- Cost Analysis
- Data analysis
- Excel functions
- NetSuite
- Epicor Eclipse
- Syspro
Timeline
Procurement Analyst
Curology
11.2023 - Current
Buyer
Hourglass Cosmetics
10.2022 - 11.2023
Buyer / Planner
Halco Lighting Technologies
03.2020 - 10.2022
Purchasing Analyst
Classic Home
01.2016 - 01.2020
Production & Development Coordinator
Forever 21
01.2012 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of California