DIRECTOR OF PRODUCT DEPARTMENT
PLAY N TRADE VIDEO GAMES
12.2009 - 02.2015
- Managed the product department projects and coordinated with other departments to ensure programs and initiatives were complete in a timely manner
- Developed marketing programs with vendors to introduce new product lines to our stores
- Ran extensive testing and project phases for launch of new product lines
- Negotiated contracts with vendors to increase sales, secure acceptable pricing, secure marketing dollars and efficient distribution channels
- Analyzed company data to forecast new product purchases and replenishment while overseeing sales goals, gross margin goals
- Managed distribution channels to secure the shipping rates and cost for stores
- Creative development to overcome department or company challenges
- Managed and maintained product vendor relationships with excellent levels of loyalty and retention
- Key Achievements
