Craig Ingram
About Craig Ingram
Craig Ingram serves as the E Commerce Forecast Demand Manager at Spectrum Brands, Inc, a position he has held since 2020. He has extensive experience in sales analysis, operations management, and project management across various companies, including Circuit City Stores, Inc and Hamilton Beach Brands Inc.
Work at Spectrum Brands
Craig Ingram has been employed at Spectrum Brands, Inc. since 2020, serving as the E Commerce Forecast Demand Manager. In this role, he focuses on demand forecasting for eCommerce channels, utilizing data-driven strategies to optimize inventory and product offerings. His responsibilities include SKU rationalization and providing guidance on product assortment, with a particular emphasis on channel management considerations.
Previous Experience in Retail Management
Before joining Spectrum Brands, Craig Ingram held various positions at Circuit City Stores, Inc. He worked as a Project Manager for New Store Concepts from 2004 to 2008 and previously served as a Senior Space Analyst and Project Manager from 2000 to 2004. Additionally, he was a Category Manager at Circuit City from 2008 to 2009. His extensive experience in retail management has contributed to his expertise in sales and operations.
Expertise in Sales Analysis and Operations
Craig Ingram has significant experience in sales analysis and operations. He worked as a Senior Sales Analyst at Hamilton Beach Brands Inc. from 2012 to 2018 and as an Operations & Supply Chain Manager - Amazon from 2018 to 2020. His roles involved developing new item setup and launch strategies, including BTR and VINE forecasting specifically for Amazon. He also engaged in Amazon Seller Central for third-party sales efforts.
Educational Background
Craig Ingram studied at the University of Richmond, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Human Resource Management. His studies spanned from 1998 to 2003, providing him with a solid foundation in human resources and management principles that have been beneficial throughout his career.
Career Development in Operations and Supply Chain
Ingram's career includes a role as a Sales and Operations Analyst at Reynolds Packaging Group from 2010 to 2012 and as an Assistant Buyer at Southern States Cooperative for a brief period in 2009. He also served as an Operations Manager at Ukrop's Super Markets, Inc. from 1988 to 2000. This diverse background in operations and supply chain management has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of the retail and eCommerce landscape.