Provides assistance with merchandise management in regard to procurement, pricing, and quality while assisting with projects and completing purchasing tasks. Orders and secures products for the division to maximize store sales through product availability. Provides support and coordinates with logistics, suppliers, and National Buying team to assure timely and cost-effective delivery of products. Maintains expertise in computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suit, SharePoint, and Teams. Assists with buying through negotiation, product projection and ordering, quality control, and regular communication with suppliers and National Buying.

Started as an associate and promoted to Shift Manager within six months, moved to Training Captain within 8 months, promoted to Assistant Store Manager. Led a team of 12+ associates to deliver a consistently positive customer experience.· Reliably achieved daily goals both individually and within my team, effectively demonstrating time management and improving productivity.· Managed and organized multiple tasks simultaneously with responsibility for cash control, inventory management, daily reports, customer service, and training new employees.