Brianna Baker
Chicago,IL
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record in purchasing and retail management, notably at Larsen Manufacturing. Excelled in negotiating optimal pricing and fostering robust supplier relationships, enhancing cost efficiency. Demonstrated exceptional customer relations and communication skills, driving sales and strengthening client connections. Fluent bilingual with a knack for problem-solving and multitasking.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Buyer
Larsen Manufacturing
Mundelein, IL
05.2023 - Current
- Evaluated vendor proposals based on price competitiveness, quality standards, service level agreements and reliability.
- Assessed trends and inventory usage to provide maximum product coverage for different time frames.
- Requested pricing quotes from suppliers to determine best source of supply.
- Created reports on supplier performance metrics such as quality, delivery times and cost savings initiatives.
- Maintained supplier relationships to improve lead time, cost and quality.
- Negotiated pricing and delivery terms with suppliers to secure optimal pricing, and keep costs low.
- Assisted in developing sourcing plans by researching new products and suppliers that meet organizational requirements.
Retail Store Manager
Plato's Closet
Libertyville, IL
08.2018 - 12.2022
- Created engaging merchandise presentations to motivate impulse purchases.
- Maintained store policies and procedures.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Delivered excellent customer service and adhered to standard practices to maximize sales and minimize shrinkage.
- Monitored employee performance and identified performance gaps for corrective action.
- Conducted regular inventory counts throughout the year to maintain accurate records.
- Used strong issue resolution and communication skills to cultivate and strengthen lasting client relationships.
- Mentored employees in management of complicated sales, complex issues and difficult customers.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
Education
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
College of Lake County
Grayslake, IL12-2024
Skills
- Sales experience
- Multi-tasking strength
- Customer relations
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
- Friendly and positive
- Purchasing expertise
- Problem-solving
- Fluent bilingualism
Affiliations
- Fitness
- Wellness
- Social media content creation
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Full Professional
Accomplishments
- Biliteracy Seal
- Promoted to manager
- Honor roll
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Buyer
Larsen Manufacturing
05.2023 - Current
Retail Store Manager
Plato's Closet
08.2018 - 12.2022
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
College of Lake County
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