Transitioned into the Senior Vice President Retail position in July 2006 to assume responsibility for strengthening executive level relationships with JDA�s retail customers and key prospects.
Assumed Senior Vice President Americas position in January 2003 to bring his in-depth understanding of JDA Portfolio and demand chain requirements to lead the development of customers in JDA�s largest region. All associates in sales and services in the Americas report to Usie.
Joined JDA in January 2001. During his tenure led the research and product development organization through a great deal of change and growth including the launch of JDA Portfolio 2003.
Previously served as Vice President of IT at multi-billion dollar Family Dollar Stores Inc. a publicly traded mass merchant discount retailer. Led the implementation and management of a number of large packaged systems including Oracle and Retek and internally developed applications to support over 4 000 retail locations and six distribution centers. Also worked in executive positions for a regional retailer and a consulting firm.
Education: BS in Business Administration Louisiana State University Baton Rouge LA. |