Dorothy Jacques
About Dorothy Jacques
Dorothy Jacques is a Procurement Analyst at Inspire Brands, where she has worked since 2020. She has a background in logistics and supply chain management, with previous roles at companies such as Bimbo Bakeries USA and Pepperidge Farm.
Current Role as Procurement Analyst
Dorothy Jacques currently serves as a Procurement Analyst at Inspire Brands, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she focuses on enhancing supplier relationships and ensuring seamless operations within the organization. Her responsibilities include implementing solution-driven tactics to address supply issues, which contributes to the overall efficiency of the procurement process. Dorothy's work is essential in aligning supplier production with demand through effective Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) processes.
Previous Experience at Inspire Brands
Before her current role, Dorothy Jacques worked at Inspire Brands as a Distribution Analyst from 2018 to 2020. During her two years in this position, she gained valuable experience in supply chain operations and distribution management. Her work contributed to optimizing distribution processes and improving overall operational efficiency within the company.
Professional Background in Supply Chain Management
Dorothy has a diverse professional background in supply chain management. Prior to her tenure at Inspire Brands, she worked at Bimbo Bakeries USA as a Financial Analyst from 2016 to 2018 and at Pepperidge Farm as a Warehouse Systems Specialist from 2014 to 2016. These roles provided her with a solid foundation in financial analysis and warehouse operations, enhancing her expertise in the supply chain field.
Education and Academic Achievements
Dorothy Jacques studied at Campbell University, where she earned an Associate of Science (AS) degree in General Studies from 2011 to 2012. She furthered her education at Clayton State University, achieving a minor in Finance with a focus on Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management from 2012 to 2014. This academic background has equipped her with the knowledge necessary to excel in her procurement and supply chain roles.
Skills and Contributions in Supply Chain
Dorothy has demonstrated strong analytical skills throughout her career. She has effectively defined problems, collected and analyzed data, and drawn valid conclusions with a focus on detail and accuracy. Her contributions include developing supplier scorecards to evaluate and improve supplier performance, as well as promoting growth by assessing root causes and identifying improvement opportunities within the supply chain.