yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

sales manager

inventory control buyer

 

productive, results-driven senior buyer with 15+ years of diversified retail experience in all aspects of buying. eager to contribute exceptional business support, project management, and vendor relations skills focused on optimizing operations of a progressive organization. proven buying strategies and progressive knowledge and ability in conflict resolution, negotiation, problem sensitivity, client evaluation, and sound decision making.

 

vendor relations & negotiations / purchase order processing / sales channeling

supply chain facilitation / inventory management / business development

strategic planning / forecasting & re-forecasting / buying budget administration

career history

 

sr. control buyer c direct, 2006 c present      

talbot s, hingham, ma

 

         liaise with buying team to determine the assortment and work with sourcing to determine the first cost and support buying and planning while obtaining the retail price.

         buy merchandise with adequate style and color balance per season for shoes and accessories for resale to consumers at the retail level; evaluate overstocks, establishing markdowns, assess changes in circulation, assortment planning and space allocation of future catalogs.

         examine, select, order, and purchase at the most favorable price merchandise consistent with quality, quantity, specification requirements, and other factors.

         analyze past buying trends, sales records, price, and quality of merchandise to determine value and yield. select, order, and authorize payment for merchandise according to contractual agreements.

         analyze and monitor sales records, trends and economic conditions to anticipate consumer buying patterns and determine what the company will sell and how much inventory is needed.

         successfully negotiate with direct and import vendors to secure discounts for reorders and late shipments; track and monitor purchase orders.

key achievements:

-         support the manager in generating financial spreadsheets including verification of figures and accuracy of accounts.

-         directed the professional success of assistant planner through effective training.

-         rolled out 360 growth initiatives for shoes and accessories that lead to the recognition of increased revenues.

-         interacted with professional development team; designed a new planning template.

 

control buyer, 2003 c 2006

chadwick s of boston, west bridgewater, ma

 

         negotiated prices, discount terms, and transportation arrangements for merchandise.

         provided staff with information such as pricing, mark-ups or mark-downs, manufacturer number, season code, and style number.

         set or recommended mark-up rates, mark-down rates, and selling prices for merchandise.

         utilized computers to organize and locate inventory, and operated spreadsheet software such as excel; drafted, generated, and authorized payment of invoices and tracked purchase orders.

 

key achievements:

-         consulted with product manager about budget and goods to be purchased or reordered from direct and import vendors; engaged in a collaborative effort to drive revenue.

-         increased knowledge of initial buying functions by heading up the initial purchases.

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control buyer, 2000 c 2003

talbot s, city, state

         synced efforts and objectives with catalog buyer and subsequently propelled a significant recognition of revenue and margin profitability.

         monitored, tracked, and recorded purchase orders; ensured payment in a timely manner.

         planned inventory according to forecasted customer demand and anticipated sales.

key achievements:

-         successfully inventory overstocks and quickly liquidate via sales channels to improve profits.

-         maintained and continued to build stellar relationships with vendors.

 

assistant buyer, 1999 c 2000

j. l. hammett company, city, state

         oversaw and facilitated the movement of stock; requisitioned inventory when levels became too low.

         assessed vendor records daily and item performance through jda; maintained adequate records.

key achievement:

-         skillfully achieved a fill rate of 92% in arts and crafts category.

 

***additional experience as re-buyer at bj s wholesale club***

education

 

fashion merchandising & buying program

mount ida college, newton centre, ma

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

sales manager

 

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<<first name>> <<last name>>

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<<company>>

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dear <<courtesy>> <<last name>>,

 

my 15+ years of professional experience in buying leads me to believe that i should become the next successful addition to <<company>> as a <<position>>. as you review my career history as demonstrated in the attached r sum , you are sure to see my familiarity with all aspects of the necessary tasks to perform the duties of the position in excellence. professionalism and tact effectively combine with my education and expertise to produce a strong candidate that delivers undeniable results.

 

a few of my most important qualifications consist of:

 

vendor relations & negotiations / purchase order processing / sales channeling

supply chain facilitation / inventory management / business development

strategic planning / forecasting & re-forecasting / buying budget administration

 

i focus on increasing the bottom line; exhibiting such vivid leadership abilities and buying expertise during my career that i advanced from assistant buyer to senior control buyer.

 

my expertise lends to my ability to exercise initiative and work independently when necessary and call forth the efforts of an organized team when necessary. my career progression has required applying sound judgment, discretion and establishing priorities accordingly. my success derives from the consistency of creating lasting relationships with vendors, staff, and others i meet daily. even when training other professionals my goal is always to achieve maximum motivation, teamwork, and efficacy.

 

my aptitude for evaluating complex problems and reviewing related information to develop viable solutions would be of great use to your organization. let s discuss how my skills can help in meeting the goals and objective of your organization. until then, should you have any additional questions feel free to contact me at your convenience.

 

sincerely,

 

 

 

 

 

yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

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