Jim Vandenboom

Jim VandenBoom possesses extensive experience in inventory management and forecasting across various industries. Currently serving as an Inventory Analyst at Empire Candle Co., LLC since July 2016, Jim develops forecasts and safety stocks while managing planning parameters. Prior roles include Strategic Inventory Manager at KGP Logistics, where Jim managed key accounts and optimized service levels and inventory turnover, and Program Manager at Embarq Logistics, overseeing a top account valued at $150 million. Additional experience encompasses positions at Sprint North Supply, Gear for Sports, Brookfield Uniforms, and Unitog, where Jim honed skills in production management, materials management, and the transition to advanced forecasting systems such as Oracle. Jim holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Finance and a BSBA in Management from Rockhurst University.