Manage inventory levels for imported goods to achieve maximum sales in store locations and web salesAdjust marketing campaigns to provide the best shopping experience for customers Maintain a price competitive product lineExpand product line through new sourcing opportunities

Interview and train new buyers on the SAP and DFIO buying systems to ensure clear understanding of the buyer responsibilitiesCollaborate directly with large strategic customers to coordinate accurate inventory levelsManage special projects as requestedConsistently exceed service level objectives through accurate forecasting and minimizing overstockPresent high-level buying duties to internal cross-functional and upper management teams annually for up-to-date knowledge of the team’s bandwidth

Monitor trends in sales and current inventory needs to support customer demand for over 30,000 lines though the placement of weekly purchase orders using SAP and DFIO buying systemsWork alongside accounts payable to satisfy payment term errors and item price changes efficientlyPartner with suppliers, category managers, and division center personnel to uphold high customer service levels and low overstock initiativesEstablish reliable lines of contact with suppliers to ensure purchase orders are accurate and can be filled

Expedite new and existing purchase orders through SAP and MARS systemsSustain overstock inventory through product returns and inventory maintenanceAct as liaison between Buyer and Supplier through purchase order processPartner with buyer to analyze historical/current sales to develop forecasts in MARS

Maintain the Jr basics, screen tees, and activewear programs through monthly buying opportunitiesAnalyze business summary reports to determine the next buying directionContact vendors for new goods, status of existing orders, and reorder possibilities Prepare selling/on order reports to assist buyer during all buying meetings

Created 5-7 invoices per week using Microsoft Excel containing the menu selections, date, and specific details for upcoming events.Completed monthly purchase orders.Handled incoming and outgoing shipment.Built and maintained vendor relationships.Managed employers' calendar and events.

Assemble outfits for customers based on their budget, wants, and interests to provide exceptional customer service.Design window and floor displays to ignite customer's interest.Create a warm and friendly shopping environment for customers through one-on-one boutique-style shopping.Assist managers in the opening/closing store figures.

Created plans to meet the day's sales per hour, units per transactions, and average dollar sales based on the previous year's goals.Completed varying day-to-day markdowns/markups sent by home office.Process daily customer returns and exchanges.Work with associates and other manages to complete departmental floor sets.

Unloaded, managed, and merchandised the incoming shipment of garments, toys, shoes, and coats from the stockroom to the sales floor.Supported the five departments whenever more assistance was needed with merchandising, tending to customers, or selling a product.Maintained a tidy and aesthetically pleasing fitting room area to create a serene environment.Created window displays to grab the interest of customers.