Erika Lefton
About Erika Lefton
Erika Lefton is a Manager of Item, Vendor, and Catalog Operations at Lamps Plus, where she has worked since 2017. She has a background in supply chain analysis and client services, with previous roles at Lamps Plus, Expeditors, and Russ Reid Company.
Current Role at Lamps Plus
Erika Lefton currently serves as the Manager of Item, Vendor, and Catalog Operations at Lamps Plus. She has held this position since 2017, contributing to the company's operational efficiency and vendor management strategies. Her role involves overseeing the catalog operations and ensuring effective item management, which is crucial for maintaining the quality and availability of products offered by Lamps Plus.
Previous Experience at Lamps Plus
Before her current role, Erika Lefton worked at Lamps Plus as a Senior Planning and Supply Chain Analyst from 2014 to 2017. In this position, she focused on supply chain optimization and planning processes to enhance product availability and inventory management. Additionally, she briefly served as a Planning and Supply Chain Analyst for 9 months in 2014, where she gained valuable insights into the company's operational frameworks.
Experience at Expeditors
Erika Lefton worked as a Brokerage Agent at Expeditors for one year, from 2012 to 2013, in the Greater San Diego Area. In this role, she was responsible for managing customs brokerage processes, ensuring compliance with regulations, and facilitating smooth logistics operations. This experience contributed to her understanding of supply chain dynamics and regulatory requirements.
Educational Background
Erika Lefton studied at the University of Arizona - Eller College of Management, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Marketing from 2006 to 2010. Additionally, she pursued studies in International Business at the same institution, completing this program in 2009. Her educational background provides a strong foundation in business principles and marketing strategies.
Early Career Experience
Before her roles in supply chain and operations, Erika Lefton gained experience as a Client Services Account Coordinator at Russ Reid Company from 2010 to 2011, where she supported food bank initiatives. She also worked as a Sales Associate at Nordstrom from 2011 to 2012, where she developed customer service skills and sales techniques that would benefit her future career in operations and supply chain management.