Robbie Espat

Currently serving as an Operations Analyst at Roses SW Papers, a leading company in the paper manufacturing industry. In this role, I collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze operational data, identify areas for improvement, and implement innovative solutions to enhance productivity and reduce costs Spearheaded the development of territory reports and conducted comparative analysis, leading to efficient and beneficial customer meetings. Collaborated with international suppliers from Mexico, Canada, Turkey, Indonesia, and China to source raw materials, enhancing the company's supply chain resilience. Optimized logistics operations, reducing transportation costs and improving delivery efficiency. Part of a second-generation family-owned business, focusing on sustainability with recycled paper products. .

• Co-led a consulting team in developing a global expansion strategy for ITALIKA, identifying and aligning new market opportunities with current product offerings. • Personally directed complex analyses. • Managed communications with Spanish-speaking stakeholders, ensuring clarity and precision in engagements.

Working with Producers in the Large Commercial Lines Team

Spearheaded the strategic planning process for the New Member Education Board, identifying key areas of focus and establishing clear objectives to enhance the educational experience of new members • Provided comprehensive on boarding and training resources to new members, resulting in their seamless integration into the chapter and enhanced contributions to the development of fraternity long-term vision • Fostered a supportive and inclusive environment, encouraging open dialogue and reflection, which enabled new members to internalize fraternity values and actively demonstrate them in their interactions with peers and the wider community

Responsible for allocating and using budget from over 100 members to organize events that appeal to brothers from 10+ different chapters across the country. Communicated with local authorities on how to properly navigate COVID protocols with large groups of students.

Conducted market research and competitor analysis to support sales strategies. Spearheaded the development of territory reports and conducted comparative analysis, leading to efficient and beneficial customer meetings. Secured new customers in various industries, including the food sector, through strategic lead time management and opportunity discussions.

Analyzed new sheltered pricing and determined impact on overall average sheltered price rebates through excel Traveled to Texas and California frequently to discuss new pricing sheets with customers and discussed new opportunities for the future. Analyzed current price sheets versus year to date purchases and reported back differences in dollars. Was responsible for updating pricing sheets weekly as well as making Power point presentations for frequent meetings with customers.

Created and analyzed pricing sheets to determine the most profitable products Developed cost basis analysis worksheets as well as sat in on sales meetings with different companies. Provided all of territory reports for all customers and was responsible for forecasting accruals monthly. Was responsible for finding alternative shipping methods for paper products which resulted in a 21% decrease in costs.

I was an intern at the Bernalillo Metropolitan Court. This internship taught me a lot. I’m a very disciplined worker and have a passion in the management and marketing sides of business.

Brotherhood Chair at Sigma Tau Gamma