Ann Burke-Downey
Omaha,Nebraska
Summary
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.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
SENIOR BUYER
RUSH MARKET
OMAHA, NE
04.2018 - 04.2024
- Buyer all categories for all stores
- Managed over $3 million in sales for stores and e-commerce
- Sold the concept of Returns by Rush which had returns sent to the Rush Market stores and resold
- Utilized Company’s system for inventory, sales and trend forecasting
- Negotiates terms, pricing and programs with Vendors
- Implementing key objectives for expansion to 5 new markets by March 2021.
SENIOR BUYER
HAYNEEDLE.COM/ WALMART.COM / JET.COM
Omaha, NE
04.2005 - 04.2018
- Senior Buyer Bar Stools, Pub Tables, Home Bars, Wine Storage and Multipurpose/ folding tables and chairs (2017-present)
- Managed $66 million business for 3 e-commerce sites
- Consistently improved all key metrics of profitability
- Top financial performer who met and exceeded sales and profitability plans all 13 years
- Utilizes Oracle software system for trend forecasting and adjusting sales/receipts to drive top line sales
- Negotiates sales with Vendors for monthly advertising email and print ads
- Excellent Product Development skills
SALES EXECUTIVE
CLEAR CHANNEL
Omaha, NE
05.2004 - 04.2005
- Prospected and sold to new and existing retail accounts; worked with agencies and businesses to put together targeted radio schedules and events to increase sales for clients.
SALES EXECUTIVE
COX MEDIA
Omaha
03.2000 - 05.2004
- Sold to local businesses; prospected and sold to new and existing retail accounts; worked with production team to create ads for local cable television; brainstormed promotions and multilayered events that included giveaways and remotes to increase sales for clients.
BUYER
BORSHEIMS
Omaha
06.1999 - 03.2000
- Buyer for gifts and ornaments including major brands such as Lladro, Radko, Hummel, Baccarat and Waterford.
BUYER
PAMIDA
09.1988 - 06.1999
- Buyer for women’s clothing (1988-1992)
- Buyer for Children’s clothing (1992-1995)
- Buyer for Infants softlines and hardlines (1996-1999).
ASSISTANT BUYER
CALDORS - NORWALK CONNECTICUT
01.1986 - 01.1988
- Assistant Buyer for women’s clothing (1986-1988).
ASSISTANT BUYER
½ Price Stores
01.1984 - 01.1986
- Assistant Buyer Lingerie (1984-1985)
- Assistant Buyer Accessories (1985-1986).
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
University of Nebraska At Omaha
08.1983
Skills
- Inventory Oversight
- Cost Control, Negotiation
- Merchandising operations
- Presentation
- Purchasing expertise
- Relationship Building
- Proficient at Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Word
Timeline
SENIOR BUYER
RUSH MARKET
04.2018 - 04.2024
SENIOR BUYER
HAYNEEDLE.COM/ WALMART.COM / JET.COM
04.2005 - 04.2018
SALES EXECUTIVE
CLEAR CHANNEL
05.2004 - 04.2005
SALES EXECUTIVE
COX MEDIA
03.2000 - 05.2004
BUYER
BORSHEIMS
06.1999 - 03.2000
BUYER
PAMIDA
09.1988 - 06.1999
ASSISTANT BUYER
CALDORS - NORWALK CONNECTICUT
01.1986 - 01.1988
ASSISTANT BUYER
½ Price Stores
01.1984 - 01.1986
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
University of Nebraska At Omaha