Amber Escamilla
About Amber Escamilla
Amber Escamilla is a Demand Planning Manager at US Foods, with extensive experience in demand planning and supply chain analysis. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and Business Administration from Elmhurst College and is currently pursuing programming classes to enhance her skills.
Work at US Foods
Amber Escamilla has held multiple roles at US Foods, starting as a Demand Planner/Forecast Analyst from 2016 to 2017 for nine months. She then advanced to the position of Lead Demand Planner from 2017 to 2019, where she contributed for two years. Following this, she served as a Senior Supply Chain Analyst from 2019 to 2021 for another two years. Currently, she is the Demand Planning Manager, a position she has held since 2021. Her tenure at US Foods spans over six years, during which she has developed expertise in demand planning and supply chain management.
Previous Employment Experience
Prior to her roles at US Foods, Amber Escamilla worked at Bosch USA as a Demand Planner from 2015 to 2016 for one year and previously as a Demand Planning Intern from 2014 to 2015 for ten months. She also gained experience at Aramark Refreshment Services as a Concessions Manager from 2010 to 2015 for five years. Additionally, she served as a Peer Mentor in the STEM Program at Elmhurst College in 2013 for four months. This diverse background has provided her with a solid foundation in demand planning and management.
Education and Expertise
Amber Escamilla studied at Elmhurst College, where she earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Mathematics and Business Administration from 2011 to 2015. Her academic background has equipped her with strong analytical skills and a solid understanding of business principles. She is currently taking classes to learn programming, specifically focusing on C#. This ongoing education reflects her commitment to enhancing her technical skills and her aspiration to transition into a business analyst role.
Passion for Statistics and Consumer Behavior
Amber Escamilla has a strong passion for statistics and understanding consumer behavior. She applies this interest to her work, particularly in areas such as menu design that influence consumer choices. Her analytical mindset allows her to leverage data effectively, which is crucial in her roles within demand planning and supply chain management.
Work-Life Balance
Amber Escamilla effectively balances a hectic lifestyle that includes her professional responsibilities, extracurricular activities, and personal commitments. This ability to manage multiple aspects of her life demonstrates her organizational skills and dedication to both her career and personal growth.