Carrie Villa
Arlington,Texas
Summary
Newly certified buyer, having completed my Certificate of Competency (COC) on 01/24/24, with a focus on tobacco products. My recent training encompassed market analysis, Planogram (POG) creation, and vendor collaboration. With a solid foundation of over 22 years in retail and strong analytical skills, I am enthusiastic about bringing fresh perspectives and evolving expertise to a dynamic purchasing role.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Buyer
AAFES HQ
01.2022 - Current
- Oversaw purchase order management for Italian tobacco orders, ensuring coordination among all parties for timely and accurate delivery
- Assisted in developing and maintaining supplier relationships, contributing to negotiations of contracts, pricing, terms, and conditions to secure optimal deals for the company
- Conducted a comprehensive market analysis of BIC and Calico lighters, leading to the introduction of three new lighter models into the product assortment and the removal of underperforming items with high LOU’s
- Engaged with the PAR team to address inventory management issues in stores, focusing on level adjustments and forecasting accuracy
- Collaborated with Zippo to enhance the e-commerce experience by updating the online assortment
Merchandise Technician
AAFES HQ
08.2019 - 01.2022
- Efficiently managed the onboarding of new vendors, negotiating favorable terms and ensuring accurate integration into the retail management system, which streamlined supplier collaborations and inventory management
- Collaborated closely with the buying teams in the selection and placement of trend-setting products for the Annual Holiday Toy Book, aligning with our marketing strategy and customer interests
Merchandise Assistant
AAFES HQ
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Collaborated closely with the lead buyer to implement critical cost and retail price adjustments, as well as to manage the addition of new items into the inventory system
- Efficiently handled store ticket closures, ensuring accurate and timely updates to the retail management system
Education
Certificate of Competency (COC) in Procurement -
Community College of the Air Force
Associate of Science -
Community College of the Air Force
NCOA Leadership Course Certificate -
US Army Primary Leadership Development Course, Commandant’s List -
Oklahoma Christian College (Attended 1998-1999)
HS Diploma -
Mesquite High School
Skills
- Technical Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Microstrategy, 1010data, SPS/Revionics, HOD, PIM, and RMS
- Analytical Skills: Strong research, problem-solving, multitasking, and data analysis skills
- Time Management: Effective time management abilities, including strong problem-solving and multitasking capabilities
- Soft Skills: Exceptional critical thinking, adaptability, teamwork, self-management, and resilience
Timeline
Buyer
AAFES HQ
01.2022 - Current
Merchandise Technician
AAFES HQ
08.2019 - 01.2022
Merchandise Assistant
AAFES HQ
01.2016 - 01.2019
Certificate of Competency (COC) in Procurement -
Community College of the Air Force
Associate of Science -
Community College of the Air Force
NCOA Leadership Course Certificate -
US Army Primary Leadership Development Course, Commandant’s List -
Oklahoma Christian College (Attended 1998-1999)
HS Diploma -
Mesquite High School
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