• Developed and implemented strategic plans to achieve sales targets, margin goals and growth initiatives• Managed product assortment based on market trends, customer needs, pricing, sustainability and competition• Cultivated strong relationship with distributors and brands through effective communication and collaboration to drive category success • Negotiated vendor agreements in partnership with the National Merchandising team• Created promotional campaigns and merchandizing initiatives to boost sales and enhance category visibility• Monitored and analyzed performance metrics (sales, margin and inventory turnover) to optimize profitability and identify areas for improvement • Collaborated with replenishment teams to ensure product availability and minimize excess inventory using weeks of supply, ROPs and markdown strategies • Partnered with marketing on sale signage, retail flyers, monthly flyers and special promotions

• Managed product assortment for retail stores and online, considering customer demands, pricing strategies, market trends, seasonality and inventory levels• Assisted in the development, packaging, pricing and launching private label products• Received the WOW! Award in 2023 & 2024; ranked among the top 10 retailers for best product selection • Built and maintained strong relationships through effective communication, performance reviews and strategic collaboration • Negotiated vendor contracts to optimize terms, pricing, discounts, rebates, and promotions, ensuring profitability and competitiveness • Analyzed vendor sales data to identify opportunities for sales growth and optimization• Created in-store and online promotional activities aligned with sales strategy to drive revenue growth and enhance market presence• Collaborated with demand planning team to procure sufficient inventory for promotional activities• Worked with the marketing team to develop sale signs, weekly flyers, monthly flyers and plan promotional weekend events

• Generated purchase orders for multiple local and US vendors, servicing 38 retail locations and 2 distribution warehouses• Managed international vendors, overseeing container purchase orders and coordinating with freight brokers for paperwork and transportation logistics to ensure timely delivery • Monitored and evaluated vendor performance to strengthen relationships and optimize procurement outcomes• Provided vendors with inventory projections to maintain appropriate stock levels across all stores in support of sales demand and merchandising goals • Collaborated with buyers on initiatives including new product launches, discontinued items, exit strategies, item transitions and promotional strategies• Partnered with customer service representatives and store managers to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction

• Generated and processed purchase orders for multiple local and US vendors, servicing 27 retail locations and 2 distribution warehouses• Resolved purchase order discrepancies, including backordered items, pricing errors and quantity discrepancies with vendors• Monitored and evaluated vendor performance to create stronger relationships, improve collaboration, and enhance procurement outcomes • Managed international transportation of goods ensuring completion of required paperwork and compliance with regulatory standards • Administered vendor credits per partnership agreements (retail flyer, product rebates, customer returns, expiries, etc.), maximizing financial benefits and ensuring contract compliance• Collaborated with buyers to procure inventory for upcoming promotions and align with promotional strategies • Partnered with customer service representatives and store managers to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction

• Processed purchase orders for 6 retail locations and 1 distribution warehouse promptly and accurately• Resolved pricing or quantity discrepancies with vendors related to purchase orders• Managed internal transfers of products from the warehouse to stores to maintain inventory accuracy• Handled all customer returns and damages for store and warehouse inventory, ensuring compliance with company policies • Proactively secured vendor credits to optimize financial outcomes• Provided timely assistance to store and warehouse inquiries, delivering quick and helpful responses