Tanya Wood

About Tanya Wood

I am a dedicated professional with a diverse background spanning agricultural research, environmental policy, customer service, technical support, project management, client onboarding engineering, and wholesale nursery inventory management. My career has been defined by a passion for addressing complex challenges at the intersection of agriculture, technology, and sustainability. Whether it\'s conducting groundbreaking research, shaping effective environmental policies, or streamlining operations in wholesale nurseries, I thrive on making a positive impact. I\'m committed to fostering innovation, sustainable practices, and client success, and I\'m excited to connect with like-minded professionals in these fields.

Experience

1. Inventory Manager

   Pacific Nurseries

   Oct 2021 — Present · CA

   Managed Inventory Department & supported the Head of Production for a 36+ acre wholesale nursery, responsibilities include:* Pricing Oversight: Evaluated and maintained pricing strategies.* Contract Grows: Managed records for contract grows.* Database Management: Maintained and updated data and codes in the database.* Procurement: Ordered and ensured the availability of non-plant materials like soil, fertilizer, mulch, and gopher baskets.* Sales Support: Provided assistance to the sales team by addressing pricing, availability, and substitution inquiries from clients.* Inventory Audits: Conducted periodic inventory audits.* Vendor Tracking: Monitored the receiving of plant materials from vendors, handling an average of 6-14 incoming truck deliveries per day.* Inventory System Enhancement: Contributed to the development of an inventory tracking, storage, and labeling structure for over plant Genus, Species, Varieties, and sizes.* Pest Management: Assisted the Plant Health Specialist with pest management and reporting.* Data Systems Improvement: Collaborated across departments to modernize and streamline data systems.* Reporting: Designed and generated reports for various teams as needed.* Product Knowledge: Developed and maintained expertise in the range of plants available for sale or order.* Employee Engagement: Coordinated monthly employee appreciation breakfast events.

Education

• Diablo Valley College

  Environmental Biology

• University of California, Santa Cruz

  Bachelor of Arts - BA

• Napa Valley College

  Natural Science & Mathematics AS