Merchandise Manager
Jos A Bank Clothiers
- Partner with Product Development team to develop an assortment of merchandise for a specified category of business by evaluating the competition and market trends.
- Traveled overseas, met with vendors to evaluate developed samples and negotiate cost prices.
- Purchased inventory that tied to financial plans and need.
- Submit and manage purchase orders, follow-up with vendors on delivery status, production flow, development issues, and negotiate price concessions when necessary.
- Collaborate with team to develop plan-o-gram for merchandise placement, to assist stores in their visual presentation.
- Create and analyze Excel spreadsheet reports that track sales and profit to react to business trends.
Nov 2007 - Jun 2012
