COLLEEN POCHOPIEN
La Grange Park, IL 60526 | (312) 771-9803 | cspochopien@gmail.com www.linkedin.com/in/colleen-pochopien | issuu.com/colleenpochopien
PROFILE
Emerging interior design professional with a foundation in space planning, material selection, and client-focused design solutions. Recently earned an Associate’s Degree in Interior Design and a Kitchen & Bath certification. Brings a strategic, detail-oriented approach shaped by a background in business operations, enhancing the ability to translate design concepts into well-executed, intentional solutions that elevate everyday experiences.
EDUCATION
College of DuPage Glen Ellyn, Illinois Associates Degree – Interior Design, Kitchen & Bath Certification May 2026 DePaul University, Kellstadt Graduate School of Business Chicago, Illinois Master of Business Administration – Operations Management June 2009 Miami University, Farmer School of Business Oxford, Ohio Bachelor of Science – Accountancy, Minor in Supply Chain Management May 2004
SKILLS / RECOGNITIONS
• Autodesk AutoCAD, Sketch-up, Enscape, Adobe InDesign & Photoshop, Chief Architect, Builder Trend
• Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite, Canva
• Organized, detail oriented, able to work independently and in a team environment
WORK EXPERIENCE
• Student member of NKBA and ASID
• Two-time Kravet Competition Runner Up
• Prelude Student Design Competition Participant
• Highly developed communication, time management, listening and conflict resolution skills
Liv Companies Burr Ridge, IL
Design Assistant January 2026 - Present
• Research and coordinate interior finishes, materials, and products for client projects throughout detailed design
• Edit and create 3D model renderings, detailed drawings and presentations to reflect client selections
• Maintain material and sample library, coordinate & participate in client showroom visits, and manage active selections list and client approvals in Builder Trend
Constellation Brands Inc Chicago, IL
Director, Product Owner March 2022 - June 2024
• Collected user requirements and feedback to design and publish 5 interactive dashboards in Microsoft Power BI and a category strategy playbook, which delivered $60M in savings over 3 years.
• Supervised a diverse team of technical experts to deliver against a two-year product roadmap and defined a strategic vision to accelerate business value delivery.
Constellation Brands Inc
Chicago, IL
Senior Manager, Procurement Tools & Analytics February 2021 - March 2022
Procurement Operations Manager June 2017 - January 2021
• Developed and secured leadership approval for a category strategy for advertising production driving 5% cost reduction. Worked with internal teams and key vendors to execute against strategy
• Collaborated with a team to establish a process for reporting savings. Devised project tracker and scorecard to measure team performance.
Constellation Brands Beer Division Chicago, IL
Manager, Logistics Finance February 2011 - June 2017
• Led financial planning, accounting, forecasting, and analysis for logistics costs. Created $575 Million annual budget and tracked performance. Prepared reporting for meetings with senior leadership to review results
• Oversaw reconciliation of General Ledger activity during month-end close and validated that Cost of Goods Sold and Inventory accounts were properly stated
Crown Imports LLC Chicago, IL
Logistics Analyst February 2008 - February 2011
Senior Purchasing Coordinator June 2004 - February 2008
• Managed a Request for Proposal for container drayage services with 10 suppliers. Created all documents, maintained relationship with suppliers and oversaw carrier selection.
• Identified methods to optimize a distribution network delivering 10% savings potential.