Beth Weber
Marshfield,WI
Summary
Seasoned Buyer bringing in-depth retail and professional experience in diverse environments. First-rate planner, manager and communicator highly trained in both merchandising, purchasing and supply chain management. Proficient in managing the needs of the business in high-volume retail operations. Skilled research and forecasting abilities with strengths in communication and key relationship management.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Buyer
Mason Companies, Inc.
Chippewa Falls, WI
01.2014 - 10.2023
- Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
- Recommend products for inclusion for both catalog and online sales channels.
- Conducted analysis and developed strategies related to market trends, product life-cycle and catalog and internet merchandising.
- Lead product development and implemented private brand initiatives for Stoneberry Home. Increased sales by 48% over last year.
- Created and implemented private label quality guidelines for Home categories.
- Established corporate timelines for both catalog and imports for each season.
- Set catalog and online retails
- Prepare catalog pagination for each "book" and assist in review of catalog layouts and photography.
- Proof catalog copy
- Evaluated product quality and vendor performance to maintain quality standards.
- Subject matter expert (SME) for NFLcategory, Upsells, Free Gift with Purchase promotions, Order Forms.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, care instructions, and quality/color concerns.
Purchasing Specialist
Figis Companies, Inc.
Marshfield, WI
03.2003 - 12.2013
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.
- Analyzed and reported on inventory levels to determine purchasing requirements.
- Identified and resolved supply chain issues to mitigate delays and production disruptions.
- Tracked inventory shipments and prepared spreadsheets detailing item information.
- Communicated with vendors regarding inventory needs and negotiated prices to maintain profit margins.
Education
Associate of Science - Marketing
Mid State Technical College
Marshfield, WI12.2011
Skills
- Vendor Relations
- Quality Assurance
- Pricing Analysis
- Vendor Negotiations
- Multitasking Strengths
- Inventory Monitoring
- Merchandising Operations
- Verbal and Written Communication
Timeline
Buyer
Mason Companies, Inc.
01.2014 - 10.2023
Purchasing Specialist
Figis Companies, Inc.
03.2003 - 12.2013
Associate of Science - Marketing
Mid State Technical College