Anna Watson Email & Phone Number

Jericho, New York, US

Sourcing manager for ingredients department for Harry & David, Cheryl’s Cookies, and The Popcorn Factory brands

Jericho, New York, US

Packaged Food Buyer for Cheryl’s Cookies, The Popcorn Factory, and Harry & David brands

Northbrook, IL, US

Textiles Department

Melrose Park, Illinois, US

Melrose Park, Illinois, US

• Assisted Packaging Director in buying packaging for DesignPac, 1-800 Baskets, and Simply Chocolate brands
• Responsible for buying all corrugated packaging, cello bags, and plastic molds
• Negotiated all costs directly with vendors to ensure we meet budget before cutting purchase orders
• Tracked all orders daily to make sure goods ship on time and delivery dates are kept
• Continuously sourced and built relationships with new competitive vendors both domestic and international
• Team liaison for packaging department in understanding new purchasing system and training team with weekly meetings

Hoffman Estates, IL, US

• Party jewelry & Hair Goods (September 2015 - April 2016)
• Home and Special Occasion accessories (April 2016 - July 2017)
• Assist buyer in building assortment for Claire’s North America, Europe, and Icing brand
• Identify missed margin opportunities and cost bid directly with vendors – decreased costs by 45%
• Work directly with vendors in product development and negotiate all costs to meet IMU goals
• Write purchase orders and ensure delivery dates were achieved and product delivers to stores on time

Columbus, Ohio, US

• Built brand name on campus by managing all forms of social media.
• Planned and executed events on and off campus to promote new Victoria’s Secret PINK Product.
• Worked closely with corporate and provide feedback for all new products.
• Networked with all student organizations on campus to promote PINK brand name.
• Participated in Victoria’s Secret PINK focus groups on all new product.
• Managed group of PINK Street Team members to help with all PINK events on campus

Columbus, Ohio, US

• Contributed to daily sales and loyalty goals by using effective sales techniques and providing outstanding customer service
• Assisted customers by selecting clothing, making size and fit recommendations, and coordinating accessories
• Followed planograms and worked efficiently on time with coworkers on floor sets after hours in store
• Increased sales by suggesting complimentary items
• Maximized customers’ overall experience with fast and efficient utilization of the cash wrap

New York, NY, US

• Contributed ideas to the Lion’esque Group team to create pop-up shops.
• Collaborated pop-up shops with Marc Jacobs Daisy, Manufacture NY, ModaListas, Vallarino Saltonstall, etc.
• Responsible for collecting material to post on all forms of social media for the company.
• Managed the RS Pop-up shop Facebook page and ensure I am increasing followers every week.
• Assisted The Lion’esque Group team by organizing promotional events for pop-up shops.

US

• Fast and efficient at cash wrap while selling add-ons/warranties to the customer’s purchase
• Assisted customers by informing them what their options are in each technological department
• Contributed to the daily goals and expectations that were given to me each day
• Greeted customers at the door and provided customer service to them throughout their experience
• Utilized my free time by cleaning the store and keeping it organized to give customers exceptional customer service.