JENNIFER
HILL
MAXWELL
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Kaysville, Utah 84037
Seasoned Buyer bringing in-depth retail and professional experience in diverse environments. First-rate planner, manager and communicator highly trained in purchasing and supply chain management. Proficient in managing purchasing needs in high-volume retail operations. Skilled research and forecasting abilities with strengths in communication and key relationship management.
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Pat's Dancewear - General Store Manager/Lead Buyer 01/2011 - Current
WORK HISTORY
• Reduced overhead costs by 30% to save the business during COVID Meet business and customer needs consistently, properly organizing schedules, inventory, and team assignments to handle expected demands
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• Hire and train for three departments with a 90% retention rate Address and resolve escalated customer complaints and work to restore satisfaction
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Coordinate efficient incoming and outgoing product movements, as well as successful merchandising strategies
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Forecast sales projections, inventory demand, and labor requirements to develop annual budget
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Maintain ideal inventory levels by actively reviewing stock against sales ratios and increasing profits 10% YoY for 13 plus years
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Handle sourcing, selection, and purchasing for over 15000 different products with several vendors
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• Maintain and create relationships with these vendors Plan and execute procurement plans, including creating purchase orders, confirming costs, and maintaining databases
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Currently designing, maintaining and developing new shopify website.
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Communicate with suppliers to negotiate best pricing on apparel and accessories.
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Evaluate product quality and vendor performance to maintain quality standards.
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• Research and identify new suppliers and vendors. Prepare and analyze reports to track inventory and purchasing trends.
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Analyze sales and inventory data to determine purchasing needs and reorder points.
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Place orders for merchandise consistent with quality, quantity and other specification requirements.
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• Manage and maintain purchase orders and invoices. SKILLS
• Promotional Planning
• Budget Administration
• Employee Supervision
• Global Procurement
• Category Management
• Cross-functional Collaboration
• Adaptability
• Cost Analysis
• Inventory Control
• Problem Solving
• Contract Management
• Attention to Detail
• Relationship Building
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT • 05/1994
Bachelor of Science: Meteorology
EDUCATION
Gymboree And Crazy 8 - Sales Associate/Stock Person 01/2007 - 01/2011
National Weather Service - Meteorologist
01/1995 - 01/2003
Employ expert inventory management and oversight skills to formulate business metrics and meet corporate goals.
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Analyze current vendors and products to stay abreast of market trends and evaluate new suppliers.
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Communicate with vendors regarding inventory needs and negotiate prices to maintain and increase profit margins.
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Maintain complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
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Develop cost-effective purchasing strategies to maintain inventory levels and improve operational procedures.
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Maintained organized, presentable merchandise to drive continuous sales
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Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise
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Applied security and loss prevention training toward recognizing risks and reducing store theft
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Analyzed and properly processed product returns, assisting customers with finding alternative merchandise to meet needs
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Implemented up-selling strategies, encompassing recommendation of accessories and complementary purchases
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Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
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Developed accurate weather forecasts by analyzing data and using mathematical models and physics to interpret collected information.
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Enhanced community outreach efforts through educational presentations and workshops, promoting awareness of meteorology concepts.
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Mentored junior meteorologists in best practices for data interpretation, fostering a collaborative team environment focused on professional growth opportunities.
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Delivered informative training sessions for non-meteorologists covering basic principles of weather systems and forecasting techniques.
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Maintained, organized and tracked weather event data using AWIPS etc.
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