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
2018.04 - 2024.04
- 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
2005.04 - 2018.04
- 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
2004.05 - 2005.04
- 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
2000.03 - 2004.05
- 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
1999.06 - 2000.03
- Buyer for gifts and ornaments including major brands such as Lladro, Radko, Hummel, Baccarat and Waterford.
BUYER
PAMIDA
1988.09 - 1999.06
- 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
1986.01 - 1988.01
- Assistant Buyer for women’s clothing (1986-1988).
ASSISTANT BUYER
½ Price Stores
1984.01 - 1986.01
- 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
References
References and other information available upon request
Timeline
SENIOR BUYER
RUSH MARKET
2018.04 - 2024.04
SENIOR BUYER
HAYNEEDLE.COM/ WALMART.COM / JET.COM
2005.04 - 2018.04
SALES EXECUTIVE
CLEAR CHANNEL
2004.05 - 2005.04
SALES EXECUTIVE
COX MEDIA
2000.03 - 2004.05
BUYER
BORSHEIMS
1999.06 - 2000.03
BUYER
PAMIDA
1988.09 - 1999.06
ASSISTANT BUYER
CALDORS - NORWALK CONNECTICUT
1986.01 - 1988.01
ASSISTANT BUYER
½ Price Stores
1984.01 - 1986.01
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
University of Nebraska At Omaha
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