Chris Marren Email & Phone Number

Duluth, Ga

Temporary position through GTS America•Oversaw McDonald's store accounts from pre- to post install periods for new POS system.•Coordinated and participated in conference calls with owner-operators and computer technicians to review scheduled update needs.•Confirmed all necessary documentation received and filed in time for scheduled installation dates.•Followed-up with customers after installations confirming no issues and arranging for necessary resolution in case of a problem.

Fedbrands Private Brand Analyst 2004 - 2009Partnered with Bath Shop Product Manager for successful roll-out of Martha Stewart label bath merchandise from design concept to store shelf.Maintained database of over 2000 SKUs reviewing and updating prices, descriptions, and all import information.Assisted Product Manager in the training and supervision of new hires and product assistants.Worked directly with vendors and MIO department to correctly set-up all new merchandise in the Macy's system.Acted as liaison with overseas offices to maintain item costing and quality, expedite deliveries, and all pertinent information.Created all purchase order contracts for incoming product, communicating information to all offices and divisions, amending orders as necessary to maximize product flow and sales.Managed order cycles to ensure purchase orders generated for an optimal flow of merchandise inventory.Analyzed sales and implemented changes in purchase allocations as indicated.Collaborated with Marketing team to design appropriate packaging for new product and reinvent packaging for continuing product.Tracked shipping performance by vendor to identify and rectify any delivery problems.

Analyzed sales, calling out missed sales opportunities in six nationwide divisions, recommending where additional sales could be harnessed based on best practices.Developed and generated reports on weekly, monthly, and seasonal basis tracking pertinent sales information in order to maximize sales potential.

Supported Vice President and three Merchandise Managers in day-to-day business operations.Kept current a database of vendors with all pertinent information.Prepared PowerPoint presentations for meetings.Produced and distributed all company reports to divisions.