Marleena Eyre
Operations Manager @East African Imports Llc
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WORK HISTORY
Operations Manager @East African Imports Llc
Seattle, WA, US
Analyzed UAE market trends and implemented strategic global sourcing strategies to ensure competitive pricing and quality to increase revenue 27%• Secured $265K in COVID-19 business relief within 3 months by efficiently preparing loan and grant documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements• Negotiated $18K in COVID-19 rent relief and $84K in Teff grain savings, enhancing financial stability• Refine customer segment ad campaign strategy, achieving 4.6x ROAS and 18% revenue increase in online orders
EDUCATION
Lakeside School
High School
Boston University Metropolitan College
Master of Liberal Arts - MLA, Gastronomy, Communications Focus
UW Foster School of Business
Master of Business Administration - MBA, and Global Business Program Certificate
University of Miami
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Majors: International Studies and Geography Minors: Art and Sociology
ABOUT MARLEENA EYRE
Procurement and supply chain professional with experience supporting sourcing, supplier coordination, and contract execution to drive cost efficiency, supply continuity, and on-time delivery. I bring a data-driven approach to analyzing demand, spend, and performance metrics, mitigating supply risk, and partnering cross-functionally to support operational and business objectives.Most recently, I completed a contract as Sales Analyst & Channel Marketing Manager at Signify (formerly Philips Lighting), supporting high-volume enterprise accounts including Amazon, Best Buy, Dell, and Ingram Micro. I collaborated closely with sales, marketing, finance, and operations to support demand forecasting, performance analysis, and channel execution, aligning commercial strategy with operational capabilities in a fast-paced, complex environment.I hold an MBA and a Global Business Certificate from the University of Washington’s Michael G. Foster School of Business and am currently pursuing a PMI PMP certification to strengthen my skills in planning, inventory management, process discipline, and project execution.Earlier in my career, I supported the launch and growth of multi-unit restaurant operations in Boston and New York City, gaining hands-on experience in vendor coordination, cost control, scheduling, and operational execution. While leading the Marketing department at Shanti Boston Group, the restaurant group received several awards, including Business of the Year (Boston Main Streets), Boston’s Best (The Improper Bostonian), and Most Welcome Arrival (The Boston Globe).My global perspective is shaped by a multicultural upbringing and international travel, leading me to study International Studies and Geography at the University of Miami and ultimately pursue Global Business at UW Foster, supporting effective communication across suppliers, stakeholders, and cultures.In parallel, I founded Eyre Ceramics, a minimalist ceramics and candle brand, gaining practical experience in supplier relationships, production planning, inventory decisions, and merchandising within a manufacturing setting.I am seeking to contribute to a mission-driven manufacturing organization through disciplined, compliant procurement practices, robust analytical support, and collaborative problem-solving.Core Skills:Procurement & Supplier Coordination | Supply Chain Operations | Demand & Inventory Planning | Spend & Data Analysis | Contract Support | ERP / SAP | Risk Mitigation | Cross-Functional Collaboration | Project Management
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