Coy Lewis
Rogers,AR
Summary
Business professional with proven record of being agile and achieving quality results. Known for strong analytical skills and commitment to driving efficiencies. Teams rely on collaborative partnership and adaptability to changing needs.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager, Procurement
Walmart
11.2023 - Current
- Implementing strategic procurement strategies supporting Walmart Marketing
- Procurement strategies include rate negotiation, strategic sourcing, RFI/RFP, risk/quality management
- Total team cost savings and value: $36M in 2024 on $6B+ spend
Strategic Program Manager
Advantage Solutions
01.2022 - 11.2023
- Established and improved customer relationships with various Consumer Packaged Goods marketing teams in the snack, beverage and OTC categories driving sales of ~$10M
- Collaborated with internal and external cross-functional teams across various suppliers and Walmart with focus on Operations, Digital Media, Creative Development, Online Pickup & Delivery, Walmart+ and Walmart Connect
- Built data driven and fact-based presentations using Advantage's proprietary systems and other data sources including Nielsen, Kantar, Retail Link and other third-party data sources
Project Manager
Quad
07.2018 - 01.2022
- Led a small team responsible for Private Brands product development and vendor evaluation; worked collaboratively with Product Developers, Suppliers, and Agencies to maintain product, modular timelines and ensure product quality
- Supported Walmart directly by managing agency contracts and invoices for all of Walmart Marketing. Ensured clarity and timely payments of ~$2B in spend
- Managed and procured weekly print advertisements for a number of large grocery retailers. Working directly with Suppliers and internal Manufacturers with a marketing spend of ~$10M
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Finance & Marketing
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR05-2018
Timeline
Manager, Procurement
Walmart
11.2023 - Current
Strategic Program Manager
Advantage Solutions
01.2022 - 11.2023
Project Manager
Quad
07.2018 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Finance & Marketing
University of Arkansas
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