In charge of the Adult Beverage Department Reshape Portfolio & Revamp.

Interpret data, analyze results using statistical techniques and provide ongoing reportsDevelop and implement databases, data collection systems, data analytics and other strategies that optimize statistical efficiency and qualityAcquire data from primary or secondary data sources and maintain databases/data systemsIdentify, analyze, and interpret trends or patterns in complex data setsFilter and “clean” data by reviewing computer reports, printouts, and performance indicators to locate and correct code problemsWork with management to prioritize business and information needsLocate and define new process improvement opportunitiesOpen to buy plan anually creationInventory plan annualy creationTotal Deleted items follow up and the creation of strategies to reduce it

Experience in the following departments:ToysLarge Furniture & MattressHome DecorFabrics & AccesoriesCelebrationAutomotives (Revamp)Paints & HardwaresProvides input for developing and managing category and subcategory budgets by analyzing past performance, trends, and strategyŸ Coordinating with planner to develop initial budget; Collaborating with planners to set category and subcategory financial targets; reviewing annual, monthly, weekly, and daily financial projections against actual resultsŸ Supports development and management of new and existing product lines by presenting and supporting line review decisions; ensuring modular item assortment and design determinations are aligned with category, department division strategies, financial targets, and presentation expectationsŸ Setting base retail prices; and approving price tiers and price leadership itemsŸ Supports strategy and growth of category team by staying current on customer and competitive trends; translating category theory and strategy into tactical and actionable plansŸ Leads cross-functional buying matrix team by aligning subcategory team workload with modular relay timelines and strategiesŸ Reviewing and approving purchase plans; ensuring timely execution of business plans at the store level; reviewing and analyzing inputs and reports from team membersŸ Drives the execution of multiple business plans and projects for Merchandising by identifying customer and operational needsŸ Developing and communicating business plans and priorities; establishes and maintains supplier relationships Ÿ Addressing escalated issues related to replenishment and other support areas (for example, delivery, quality); and working with suppliers to resolve issuesŸ Promotes and supports company policies, procedures, mission, values, and standards of ethics and integrity by training and providing direction to others in their use and application; ensuring compliance with them

Expertise in replenishment and applies this to the development, execution, and improvement of action plans by providing expert advice and guidance to others in the application of information and best practices; supporting and aligning efforts to meet customer and business needs; and building commitment for perspectives and rationales.   Achieves financial results for merchandise categories by participating in cross-functional projects that meet strategic financial goals; leveraging analytics (for example, inventory analyses) to make recommendations; modeling future inventory plans against supplier capability; delivering key performance metrics (for example, in-stock, inventory turnover, return of investment, sales, markdowns); communicating objectives and results of financial and operational performance to internal and external management.   Develops inventory strategies within categories by building forecasts to align with merchandising needs (for example, item event planning, presentation levels, seasonal profiles); validating and implementing new item forecasts; monitoring and calibrating store forecast; and operating and manipulating office productivity software, statistical packages, inventory management systems, and ad hoc query tools.   Directs and optimizes supply chain execution within categories by determining and approving an item flow path channel from supplier to store to best fit sales, in-stock, and profit metrics; coordinating the collaboration between suppliers, logistics, transport & stores.

Responsible for the management of key financial metrics by generating reports from Retail Link. Created, tracked cost reductions and co-ops. Worked with suppliers, operation and finance to correct and resolve issues.(16 Wal-Mart’s & 27 Amigo’s) (11 Sam's Club)Oral & written communication with associates, suppliers & storesSupport the buyer with the creation of Items, layouts, forecasts, strategies, budgets, seasonality’s, shoppers and ROP’sFollow up of allowances, margins, market trends, prices, costsSource new merchandiseAnalyzing consumer buying patterns and predicting future trendsSupport floor area, claims and receiving areas

10 Clubs)Set Inforem and Gypsy (replenishments programs) for accrued orders to the storesFollow up orders with vendors, logistics routes weekly for the containers to the stores and distribution centersResponsible to ensure Inventory budget, days on hand of the merchandise and in-stock percent

Supervise more than 15 associatesResponsible to make schedule and floors lay outsResponsible to select end caps, back end caps, race track items and MarginsExcellent communication and interpersonal skills.Sales oriented and resultsResponsible for the safety in the sales floorResponsible for reports of the department, budget of sales and claimsGeneral Merchandise consisting of (Clothing area, electronics, books, software's, automotive, patio area, seasonal area, restaurant accessories, small appliances, large appliances, auto tires, mattress, office supplies, stationary, consumables & hardware)

Supervise more than 90 associatesResponsible for cash registers in front end, jewelry, refund, TMA area, membership, parking lot and door greeters associatesExcellent member serviceResponsible for associate and member safetyResponsible for the change in the cash registerResponsible of the methodology in the cash registers (pick, scan, look, transfer and box) and verify merchandise processResponsible for coaching the associates of front endInterview the new associates of the area