David Schmitz

principal

Sr. Technical Architect

About

David is a Principal at Columbus Consulting and a seasoned technology leader specializing in inventory planning solution architecture.

David has excelled in roles ranging from technical to functional, offering a wealth of expertise in system architecture, cloud-based solutions, and enterprise planning and allocation systems.

David has professional certifications in the following areas:

Blue Yonder – Technical and Functional Enterprise planning

AWS Solutions Architect – Associate

AWS Certified Machine Learning – Specialty

Anaplan Certified Model Builder

O9 Functional/Technical Associate

Signature Skill

“I develop customized technical solutions that enhance system functionality and efficiency, ensuring complex processes are sustainable for long-term value.”

Migration of legacy solutions to current cloud and SaaS solutions
Analyze challenges and develop innovative, cost-effective solutions
Quality on-time on-budget deliveries

Expertise

Merchandise Planning
Allocation
Enterprise Systems & Applications
Cloud and SaaS Adoption
Machine Learning
Automation

Companies Served

J.Crew
PVH
Ross Stores
Forever 21
Reebok
Ralph Lauren
Limited Brands
Dollar General
At Home
Chicos
Claires

Industry, Category

Omnichannel Retail
E-commerce
Luxury Brand Retailers
Footwear
Off-Price
Specialty Apparel
Home Furnishings

Solution Proficiencies

Blue Yonder Enterprise Planning and Allocation
Anaplan Certification
O9 Certification
AWS Solutions Architect – Associate
AWS Certified Machine Learning – Specialty
PLSQL/Oracle
Python
SQL Server
C#/Excel/VBA Reporting

Consulting Service

Retail solutions, design, and implementations
Cloud Integration
Vendor Selection
Operational Efficiency
Technical Team Leadership
Agile Projects
Integrations
Systems Support