Candice Giles

Morgan Jewelers

Salt Lake City, UT

08.2005 - 02.2024

Negotiated contracts with vendors on behalf of the company.
Developed training materials for new staff members in the department.
Oversaw category management processes for multiple product lines.
Developed and executed merchandising strategies to drive sales growth.
Conducted competitive analysis to identify opportunities in the marketplace.
Organized promotional events at retail stores to increase brand awareness.
Established relationships with vendors and suppliers to secure optimal pricing and delivery timelines.
Monitored stock levels across locations and adjusted orders accordingly.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure successful execution of merchandise initiatives.
Reviewed purchase orders before submission for accuracy.
Maintained vendor database and tracked payments status.
Analyzed market trends and customer feedback to inform decisions on product selection.
Ensured compliance with all applicable laws and regulations related to merchandise operations.
Generated timely reports on key performance indicators such as sales, gross margin, inventory turnover.
Managed product assortment plans, pricing, promotions, and inventory levels.
Reviewed supply levels and aging inventory to forecast purchasing needs.
Organized and prioritized projects.
Located and vetted vendors, established good relationships and negotiated contracts.
Identified dead inventory and created solutions for excess liquidation through creative inventory management solutions.