• Responsible for researching and identifying new international suppliers based on changing market conditions• Worked with product designers to create unique products that fit brand • Accountable for product quality control and timely conflict resolution where applicable• Assessed supplier’s quotes and compiled detailed cost breakdowns including shipping, duties, taxes and warehousing fees• Handled new item set-up and management on 3rd party platforms (Amazon, Wayfair, Home Depot, Walmart, Houzz, Overstock, Lowe's)

• Prepared proposals, requested quotes and negotiated purchase terms and conditions with international suppliers• Analyzed product industry and demand trends• Worked with product design team to create programs for important customers including Target, Walmart and Michael’s

* Evaluated prior sales to establish future fulfillment needs* Monitored slow sellers and took action to reduce prices or set promotions as necessary* Placed orders and ensured inventory was properly distributed amongst retailers* Maintained awareness of competitors' performance* Met with suppliers and negotiated costs, agreed on timescales and delivery dates.

* Worked in tandem with buyers to strategically manage full cycles of product that included generating orders to the clerical team, trouble shooting PO’s, responded to vendor inquiries and provided follow up* Helped merchandise seasonal space-o-grams

* Maintained daily operational functions that included on order management, vendor maintenance, price changes, sample organization, meeting prep, and all associated spreadsheets* Analyzed department’s business on a day to day basis * Worked cross functionally with Visual, Design, Ecommerce, Production and Allocation teams

• Created monthly style guides for all 500+ store’s windows and interior layouts• Styled models for direct to consumer mail* Helped manage samples across all Dressy departments* Created bulk, test and inspiration boards