Michael Zajicek
About Michael Zajicek
Michael Zajicek is a Supply Chain Development Analyst at General Mills in Rogers, Arkansas, with extensive experience in supply chain and customer service roles.
Current Role at General Mills
Michael Zajicek currently holds the position of Supply Chain Development Analyst at General Mills in Rogers, Arkansas. In this role, he provides analytical and replenishment support specifically for Walmart supply chain operations. His responsibilities involve leading meetings, driving alignment between sales/merchandising and supply chain/replenishment functions, and ensuring effective communication with key Walmart decision-makers.
Previous Experience in Supply Chain Management
Michael Zajicek has extensive experience in supply chain management from his previous roles. He worked as a Customer Inventory Analyst and Customer Service Analyst for Kimberly-Clark in 2018, and as a Supply Chain Co-Op in 2017. Additionally, he served as a Carrier Sales Coordinator at J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. from 2016 to 2017, further enhancing his expertise in the field.
Education and Academic Background
Michael Zajicek studied at the University of Arkansas, where he achieved a Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management from 2012 to 2016. He also attended the Sam M. Walton College of Business, where he studied Business Administration and earned a Bachelor of Science in Supply Chain Management.
Early Career and Internships
Before his current roles, Michael Zajicek gained valuable experience during his internships. He worked as an Intern Team Member at Bridgestone in 2015, and as a Lead Teacher at St Johns Lutheran Child Care from 2012 to 2016. These early roles provided him with foundational skills in coordination and management.
Key Responsibilities and Tools Utilized
Michael Zajicek's responsibilities at General Mills include developing and managing promotional executions, order placement, fulfillment, and shipping. He utilizes resources such as TR3, ATLAS, and Retail Link to analyze inventory movement and point-of-sale data. He ensures metrics like instock, weeks of supply, and turnover are met, and analyzes changes at the shelf level to optimize supply both at warehouse and retail levels.