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LAURYN HAINES

ad2di1@r.postjobfree.com / 323-***-**** / Woodland Hills, CA 91364 Summary

I am a skilled Undergraduate Student. My goal in being granted the possibility to join your company is to offer new growth, opportunity, and gain experience through professional challenges. Thorough Fashion Design Assistant Intern experienced with sketching designs, selecting fabrics and selecting colors, to complete design of clothing. Observes researches and studies modern fashion trends. Successfully coordinated presentation boards and worked with various fashion design computer programs. Driven Buyer dedicated to streamlining product portfolios and uncovering new offerings to drive retail growth. Creative eye for detail with exquisite taste to see future trends in customer preferences. Known for maximizing purchasing effectiveness.

Experience

TheTradingCloset - Buyer

Woodland Hills, CA

Sunset Studios / Artmattegyle - Internship Student Los Angeles, CA

Skills

Education and Training

05/2022

Cal State University of Northridge

Northridge, CA

Bachelor of Science: Marketing

● Worked closely with managers to plan special buys

● Researched competitors and sourced new vendors

Documented purchasing activities, inventory reports and department records

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● Analyzed sales trends to maximize sales potential

● Purchased the highest quality products for the lowest possible price Managed the entire shopping experience for clients, putting together outfits and providing personalized style tips

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● Greeted each client and asked questions to determine fashion needs Developed long-lasting relationships with clients through one-on-one store interactions.

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Juggled multiple projects and tasks to ensure high quality and timely delivery.

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Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.

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Diminished merchandise production down time, ensuring quality control while verifying assembly and creating new packaging.

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● Project planning

● Communication

● Construction

● Garment construction

● Adobe Illustrator

● Decision-making

● Microsoft Office

● Excel

Creating unique shopping

experiences

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● Sales and marketing

● Sewing

● Business correspondence

● Database management

● Spreadsheet management

● Client satisfaction

● Price Negotiations

● Markup Rate Recommendations

● Merchandise Inspection

● Vendor Collaboration

● Retail Merchandise Buying

● Complex Problem Solving

● Workflow Management

● Creating Purchase Orders

● Data Gathering and Documentation

● Implementation Support

● Controls Recordkeeping

● Team Collaboration

01/2022 - 09/2022

02/2021 - 03/2022

Maven Genetics - Budtender

Los Angeles, CA

The Real Real - Buyer

Los Angeles, CA

05/2021

California State University of

Northridge

Northridge, CA

Bachelor of Science: Fashion and

Merchandising, Marketing

Certification in Google Project

Management

Added new vendors and products into system and keyed in special shipping codes when needed.

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Determined reasonable prices for goods by evaluating pricing proposals and financial reports.

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Vetted suppliers' prices, quality and delivery speed to help select optimal vendors.

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● Verified receipt of items by comparing items ordered to items received.

● Steamed and ironed items in preparation for professional photo shoots. Performed various administrative duties by checking invoices, preparing special orders and unloading deliveries.

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Examined, selected and purchased merchandise consistent with specification requirements.

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Sourced new vendors and suppliers to boost product offerings and increase profit margins at each store location.

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Obtained information about customer needs and preferences by conferring with sales or purchasing personnel.

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Analyzed buying trends at each store location to identify appropriate mix of inventory items for top-tier sales.

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Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.

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Discussed strains, qualities and effects of marijuana for medicinal and recreational needs.

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● Handled large volume of cash with high accuracy and security each day. Managed supply restocking, display arrangements and general housekeeping.

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Weighed and prepared products in order to accurately package and label items for sale.

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Verified proper customer identification, medical information and paperwork.

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● Greeted customers and promoted various cannabis products.

● Researched competitors and sourced new vendors.

Reviewed work order demand from MRP to support company requirements.

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Researched sources of supply and services to maintain flexibility, high quality and competitive pricing.

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Worked with suppliers to expedite open purchase orders and shipments in-transit.

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● Negotiated with selected suppliers to obtain lowest unit cost. Participated in supplier calls to define component deliveries, meeting scheduled production dates.

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12/2020 - 05/2021

09/2018 - 12/2019

07/2016 - 08/2018

Fashion Nova - Sales Associate

Northridge, CA

Gap - Production Coordinator

Oakland, CA

Victoria Secret - Visual Merchandiser

Oakland, CA

Arranged new merchandise with signage and appealing displays to encourage customer sales and move overstock items

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Sold various products by explaining unique features and educating customers on proper application

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Maintained knowledge of current promotions, exchange guidelines, payment policies and security practices

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● Assisted teammates with sales-processing tasks to meet daily sales goals Prepared for production by checking inventory levels of items needed to complete work.

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● Created and implemented production schedules to meet pick-up times. Cycle-counted sub-assemblies, identified discrepancies and made recommendations to maintain inventory.

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Scheduled production of specific lines with allergens to minimize downtime related to allergen changeover.

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Led machine and plant activities and human resource management to achieve positive results.

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Created and conveyed production and inventory reports to management and sales daily to keep track of changes and issues.

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Placed prices and descriptive signage to enhance displays and promote items.

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Created retail displays to highlight particular products and drive sales according to corporate strategy.

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Enhanced store and display appearance utilizing seasonal promotions and trends to drive strategy.

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● Promoted new product releases and limited edition items to drive sales.

● Presented updated floor plans and design strategy to store management.

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