yyyyyy x. yyyyyy                                                            0000 xxxxxx xxxx , xxxx , xxxxx 00000

(xxx-xxx-xxxx

                                                                                                                                               abc@xyz.com

objective

procurement professional seeking to utilize relevant education, retail experience, relationship building and product sourcing skills in a challenging buyer assignment.

career profile

ø  bachelor of science, fashion buying & merchandising.

ø  a.a.s., fashion buying and merchandising.

ø  over five years of buying experience with retail leaders.

ø  knowledgeable in product sourcing and vendor selection.

ø  strong negotiator of positive contractual arrangements.

ø  maintain currency in home furnishing trends.

ø  excellent leader and staff supervisor.

ø  background in advertising and promotions.

ø  adept in effective merchandising.

ø  in-depth skill in strategic planning, budgeting and financial analysis.

ø  ability to consistently achieve stringent p&l objectives.

ø  expertise in participating with professional teams.

ø  well-organized multi-tasker with strong detail orientation.

ø  proficient in advanced business software applications.

professional experience

bed, bath and beyond                                                                                                                2006 - present

assistant buyer

       recruited by this national leader to play key role in procurement operations.

       oversee 60% of department activities.

       develop strong vendor relationships and partnerships.

       effectively identify home furnishing trends.

       negotiate favorable product contracts.

       provide assistance to planning team and field representative.

       spearhead advertising/promotion initiatives.

       represent organization at trade show.

kenco retail shops, inc.                                                                                                               2003 - 2006

buyer (2004-2006)

       promoted to conduct purchasing of line and off-price merchandise for ten retail units.

       successfully filled otb of 1.5mm units.

       expanded sales/customer base 32% through innovative junior marketing program.

       developed pricing for key departments.

       ensured achievement of quality levels for all purchasing.

       researched and evaluated sales data to identify revenue opportunities.

       orchestrated effective pricing, inventory control and new merchandising standards.

       negotiated positive pricing for key contracts.

assistant manager (2003-2004)

       retained to oversee all facets of store operations, including leading staff of 18 employees.

       designed visual merchandising covering mannequin, floor and window displays.

education

lasell college, newton, ma

bachelor of science, fashion buying & merchandising, 2003

 

herkimer college, herkimer, ny

associate of applied science, fashion buying & merchandising, 2001