Skyler Ruff

About Skyler Ruff

Seattle-based young professional with a passion for sustainable business improvement. I love strategy, data, and driving development for both people and processes. I have a vehement opposition towards stagnation and am committed to creating long-term impact through strategic business initiatives. Technical Proficiencies: Vendor Management - Experienced in managing category-wide strategy and driving growth-focused initiatives across the P&L. Versed in contractual terms negotiation, selection expansion, pricing analysis, promotional planning, and strategic project execution. Business Data Analytics - Proficient in utilizing data-driven problem solving to strategically inform decision making. Confident in conducting statistical analysis and technical modeling using Python and R. Professionally and academically experienced in effectively transforming data into strategic insights across core business functions such as operations, marketing, finance, and accounting. Data Management & Visualization - Well-acquainted with managing and manipulating large datasets in SQL, Access, and advanced Excel. Able to extract and communicate key storytelling insights by creating dashboards, reports, and visualizations in Tableau and PowerBI. Lean Supply Chain Methodology - Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certified with experience applying the DMAIC method and utilizing lean techniques. Familiar with using Crystal Ball simulations, regression analysis, and inventory modeling softwares to improve process efficiency and efficacy. Digital Marketing - Entry-level marketing background focused on understanding audiences through segmentation and targeted campaigns. Familiar with building quantitative marketing models in R to evaluate digital opportunities, advertising strategies, and online business models.

Experience

1. Senior Product Manager, Vendor Experience

   Amazon

   Jul 2024 — Present · Seattle, WA, US

   Owner of strategic direction and execution for an array of product launches targeting an improved vendor experience.Act as Subject-Matter-Expert (SME) for GenAI, Brand Registry, Virtual Multi Packs, and the CA Think Big Program.

Education

• Darla Moore School of Business at the University of South Carolina

  Bachelor’s Degree, Operations Supply Chain Management; Marketing

  2015 — 2019

• UW Foster School of Business

  Master of Science - MS, Business Analytics

• Walton High School

  High School

  2011 — 2015

Skills

• Leadership
• Online Marketing
• Social Media
• Social Media Marketing
• Lead Generation
• Email Marketing
• Marketing Strategy
• Customer Relationship Management (Crm)
• Marketing
• Digital Marketing
• Marketing Automation
• Account Management
• Salesforce.com