Forrest Rogers
Fayetteville
Summary
Strategic Supply Planner with expertise in manufacturing and distribution logistics. Manages inventory and production planning to enhance supply chain operations and control costs. Leverages data analysis and problem-solving skills to optimize efficiency and drive process improvements.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Supply Planner
Tyson Foods, Inc
Springdale
04.2026 - Current
- Aligned consensus demand plans with production capabilities for 130 million pounds annually across Hillshire Farms smoked sausages and links categories.
- Created weekly master production plans for two co-manufacturing facilities and two Tyson Foods facilities.
- Facilitated cross-functional team coordination for new product launches and inventory strategies, ensuring cohesive execution across departments.
- Utilized ERP systems to track orders and manage supply chain operations.
Supply Planner
Tyson Foods, Inc
Springdale
09.2025 - 04.2026
- Oversaw deployment and replenishment of 12MM pounds of prepared food products from internal and co-manufacturer plants to 10 distribution centers across the United States, facilitating timely product availability.
- Developed and maintained 13-week master production plan for Jimmy Dean Brand breakfast burritos and bowls across multiple manufacturing plants and mixing centers, ensuring alignment with production schedules.
- Analyzed stock projections for finished goods and implemented corrective actions to enhance inventory management performance.
- Monitored stock levels and initiated orders to prevent shortages.
Supply Planning Intern
Tyson Foods, Inc
Springdale
02.2025 - 09.2025
- Collaborated with supply planners to maintain a 98.52% product fill rate, ensuring alignment with forecasted demand
- Optimized deserted inventory to enhance resource utilization and minimize product waste
- Coordinated the deployment of 16MM pounds of prepared foods products to 10 different distribution centers across the United States
Operations Intern - Account Management
PAM Transport, Inc
Tontitown
05.2024 - 02.2025
- Scheduled pick-up and delivery appointments for 500+ truckloads for Walmart, Home Depot, and Lowe's using email and customer portals to ensure timely logistics.
- Monitored truckloads via AS/400 and Microsoft Excel, collaborating with multiple vendors to facilitate on-time delivery.
- Communicated daily with Account Managers and Area Planners to address load issues and minimize delays.
- Utilized transportation management software to track shipments and monitor schedules.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Supply Chain Management
University of Arkansas, Sam M. Walton College of Business
Fayetteville, ARSkills
- Inventory Management
- Production Planning
- SAP IBP
- Process Improvement
- Change Management
- Strategic Planning
- AI Implementation
- Power BI
- Tableau
- Palantir Foundry
- SAP Business Client
- Product Innovation
Websites
Timeline
Senior Supply Planner
Tyson Foods, Inc
04.2026 - Current
Supply Planner
Tyson Foods, Inc
09.2025 - 04.2026
Supply Planning Intern
Tyson Foods, Inc
02.2025 - 09.2025
Operations Intern - Account Management
PAM Transport, Inc
05.2024 - 02.2025
Bachelor of Science - Supply Chain Management
University of Arkansas, Sam M. Walton College of Business