Shelby Michels
@shelbymichels
Strategic sourcing analyst with a focus on supply chain optimization.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I am a dedicated Strategic Sourcing Analyst with a Bachelor of Science in Supply Chain Management & Logistics from the University of North Texas, where I graduated Cum Laude with a GPA of 3.8. Currently, I work at Mars, Inc., where I lead the MSSM strategy for the North American Phosphates category, achieving over $50 million in total cost savings for 2024. My role involves creating Power BI dashboards and procurement optimization tools, aligning ingredient specifications with R&D, and managing contracts and pricing updates.
Previously, I served as an Inventory/Market/Copack Planner at Royal Canin, where I successfully improved fill rates to 95% and reduced inventory costs by $2 million. I am passionate about enhancing supply chain performance through strategic planning and data analysis. My commitment to sustainability is evident in my oversight of supplier engagement initiatives and my involvement in the Pedigree Foundation.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Strategic Sourcing Analyst
Mars, Inc.
Apr 2022 - Present (3 years 2 months)
Led MSSM strategy for North American Phosphates (Vitamins & Minerals) category, exceeding $50M in total cost savings for 2024. Created Power BI cost model dashboards and procurement optimization tools, aligning ingredient specs with R&D and tracking spec progress.
Inventory/Market/Copack Planner
Royal Canin
Jan 2019 - Present (6 years 5 months)
Delivered improved fill rates of 95% and achieved a $2M reduction in inventory. Provided consistent measuring, monitoring, and improvement of supply chain performance and KPIs, developing and challenging resources to improve performance through systems utilization (FM, NAV, OMS).
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
UTUniversity of North Texas
Bachelor of Science, Supply Chain Management & Logistics
Grade: 3.8 Cum Laude
Activities and societies: Dean’s List (2015–2019)
Graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Supply Chain Management & Logistics. Achieved a GPA of 3.8.
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