Buyer
• Analyzed and monitored sales records, trends and economic conditions to anticipate consumer buying patterns, determined what is selling, and how much inventory was needed.• Inspected merchandise to determine value or yield. • Conducted staff meetings with sales personnel to introduce new merchandise.• Participated in testing "Priority Delivery" for emergency deployment with United States Army. • Conducted employee training resulting in improved execution of purchases, using… Show more • Analyzed and monitored sales records, trends and economic conditions to anticipate consumer buying patterns, determined what is selling, and how much inventory was needed.• Inspected merchandise to determine value or yield. • Conducted staff meetings with sales personnel to introduce new merchandise.• Participated in testing "Priority Delivery" for emergency deployment with United States Army. • Conducted employee training resulting in improved execution of purchases, using computers to describe required purchases, and using critical decision information to inform and guide management.• Examined, selected, ordered, and purchased the most favorable priced merchandise consistent with quality, quantity, and specified requirements. • Negotiated prices, discount terms and transportation arrangements for merchandise. • Excellence at building relationships and working well with vendors and brokers enabled me to get needed items quickly at fair prices.• Saved money by ordering proper quantities so products would not expire while in storage Show less