- Achieved highest level of proficiency in purchasing software and became the only employee to earn Super User status- Conducted training with all new associates and provided ongoing education to current employees- Purchased and managed the largest inventory in the company with over 2400 items while consistently ranking as the top buyer- Analyzed customer purchasing patterns to create an accurate forecast models - Created and implemented systems to reduce inventory while increasing service level to the customer- Managed pricing variances to prevent devaluing of inventory - Worked with vendors to bring in new and trending items in the marketplace - Developed active lines of communication with operations and quality assurance to resolve any product issues

- Supervised the daily work and safety of over 50 employees engaged in order selection, product replenishment, and order loading- Implemented techniques to improve efficiency and train warehouse staff on best practices- Conducted daily shipping and loading audits to ensure consistent order accuracy - Trained all new associates and provided ongoing cross training to existing employees- Maintained open lines of communication through regular department and pre-shift meetings- Ensured compliance with all OSHA requirements to limit any workplace liabilities- Performed management functions of staff selection, development, discipline, performance reviews and terminations- Ensured positive relations with the Teamsters Union by adhering to all contract labor requirements

- Supervised the daily work and safety of 80 plus employees engaged in order selection, product replenishment, and receiving- Improved warehouse efficiencies and productivity through improved work flow- Reduced warehouse damage by 50%- Generated all order selection orders and mapped the delivery trailers- Trained all new associates and provided ongoing cross training to existing employees- Ensured compliance with all OSHA requirements to limit any workplace liabilities- Performed management functions of staff selection, development, discipline, performance reviews and terminations- Ensured positive relations with the Teamsters Union by adhering to all contract labor requirements