Nicolette Birkett
About Nicolette Birkett
Nicolette Birkett is a Demand Planner at US Foods, where she has worked since 2018. She specializes in analyzing order quantities and managing a large inventory while maintaining high service levels to ensure customer satisfaction.
Work at US Foods
Nicolette Birkett has been employed at US Foods as a Demand Planner since 2018. In this role, she analyzes order quantities, forecast lead times, and vendor setups to create efficient purchase orders. She collaborates closely with logistics, demand, costing, and management teams to address and resolve order fulfillment issues promptly. Birkett manages an inventory valued at over $8,000,000, implementing strategies to minimize excess and spoilage. Her efforts contribute to maintaining a monthly service level exceeding 98.5%, which is crucial for ensuring high customer satisfaction.
Previous Experience
Before joining US Foods, Nicolette Birkett worked at ArcelorMittal USA as an Associate Analyst - Procurement Intern for three months in 2017. Her responsibilities included supporting procurement processes in East Chicago, IN. Additionally, she served as a Data Collection Specialist at EMS Survey Team from 2016 to 2017, where she focused on data collection in Lansing, MI. These roles provided her with foundational experience in data analysis and procurement.
Education and Expertise
Nicolette Birkett studied at Michigan State University, where she earned a degree in Applied Engineering Sciences from 2014 to 2018. This educational background equipped her with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in her current role as a Demand Planner. Her expertise includes analyzing order quantities and vendor setups, which are essential for optimizing inventory levels and ensuring efficient procurement processes.
Inventory Management Skills
In her current position, Nicolette Birkett oversees an extensive inventory of over 130,000 items. She coordinates with multiple vendors to optimize inventory levels, ensuring that the supply chain operates efficiently. Her role requires a keen understanding of inventory management principles, as she implements strategies to minimize excess and spoilage, contributing to the overall effectiveness of the supply chain.