Shelly Petro
Objective
A hard working, driven mind who has the experience, drive, and education it takes to gain results. Looking for a
company I can advance with long term and to help the company develop and produce results!
Education
Master’s of Business Administration
Keller Graduate School of Management
Graduated December 2010
Bachelor’s of Science, Major: Hydrogeology, Minor: Chemistry
University of Minnesota, Duluth
Graduated December 1999
Related Experience
Inventory Planner—Bluestem brands, Inc.
April 2015 - present
• Responsible for purchasing enough goods or materials to satisfy customer’s needs, while ordering within a
budget.
• Gather, analyze, and prepare ad hoc reports to assess business performance
• Build relationships with buyers and channel team to build assortment strategies and assist in managing KPI’s
• Lead monthly productivity meetings; troubleshooting issues impacting the supply train with buyers
• Research past sales trends and stay informed of current sales trends that might influence inventory demand.
• Manage backorder, turn, and other KPI metrics.
• System Material Expert (SME) in Oracle APIP and RDF systems in order to help train other employees and
be a resource to those in need. Also for identifying opportunities for improving processes.
• SME for Vendor Compliance initiatives in regards to tracking “in-full” shipments
• Received award for “Drive for Results” for 2017 for leading on two SME teams
• Received two awards for “Deliver Results” for 2018 for “Best family” in the Home division for sales, and
for “Outstanding financial performance” in the Home Division for inventory.
• Received “Innovation” award April 2019 for my innovation in scaling PO’s
Media Analyst - Bluestem brands, Inc.
October 2013 - April 2015
• Analyze product assortment and performance in order to produce profitable and attractive catalog campaigns
• Understand the marketplace to produce compelling offers and catalogs customers respond to
• Analyze catalog performance and research results using a variety of reports and tools
• Assist in managing inventory levels through running promotions, choosing placement in catalogs as well as
running web promotions to help move through inventory
• Ensure all deadlines are met
• Support team members through active communication
Merchandising Specialist - Bluestem Brands, Inc.
October 2012 - October 2013
• Ensure all items are accurate among all systems
• Communicate with vendors to supply samples when needed
• Act as a go-between for customer service and the buyer’s to handle QA and content issues
• Manage samples and work directly with the photo studio to plan photo and video shoots
• Analyze product reviews and determine when action might need taken.
Product Content Specialist - Bluestem Brands, Inc.
November 2011 - October 2012
• Manage product setup and content
• Maintain vendor relationships to ensure accurate content
• Ensure new products are on the web
Customer Service/Collections representative
August 2010 - November 2011 - Bluestem Brands, Inc.
• Handle customer service in an efficient manor while providing excellent care
• Process documents for bankruptcy claims, missing/damaged orders, reduced payment plants, refund
requests, and POA claims.
Other Experiance
Assistant Manager
April 2010 - August 2010 - Dunham’s Sports
Front Desk Manager
November 2008 - April 2010 - Holiday Inn/Waterpark
Operations Manager
April 2008—September 2008 - Otsego Fitness Club (Went out of business)
Department Manager
August 2002-April 2008—Sportsman’s Warehouse ( Went out of business)
References upon request
