Cecily Gary
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with a strong background in inventory management and merchandise assortment planning. Known for effective problem-solving and collaboration with cross-functional teams, ready to contribute to strategic purchasing decisions and enhance inventory performance.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Buyer-Home Decor
Family Dollar
Chesapeake, Virginia
10.2024 - Current
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends that informed purchasing decisions.
- Analyzed buying trends at each store location to optimize inventory mix for top-tier sales.
- Managed inventory levels for seasonal merchandise to align with sales forecasts.
- Coordinated with store teams to optimize product placement and promotions.
- Communicated with cross-functional teams regarding stock availability.
- Ensured compliance with corporate purchasing policies and ethics.
- Negotiated pricing terms with suppliers on behalf of the company.
- Maintained accurate records of purchases and supplier information.
Merchandising Assistant- Soft Home
Family Dollar
Chesapeake, Virginia
03.2023 - 10.2024
- Communicated with Merchandising team to align merchandising efforts with business goals.
- Managed merchandise stock database, ensuring accurate records of costs, markups, and discounts for informed decision-making.
- Compiled, revised, and maintained accurate product assortment sheets to support inventory management.
- Created and distributed weekly sales reports to inform management on performance trends.
- Analyzed consumer feedback data to determine which products were most popular among customers.
- Collaborated with marketing teams on promotions and campaigns.
- Reached out to vendors to resolve problems, provide information and order samples.
Customer Service
Twisted Sisters Cupcakes & Sugar Shack Cafe
Virginia Beach, Virginia
06.2022 - 03.2023
- Facilitated bakery operations by serving as backup baker and food truck associate.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Recognized and addressed customer needs promptly to enhance service experience.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
Culinary /Front of House Staff Member
Walt Disney World Parks and Resorts
Orlando, Florida
02.2017 - 03.2019
- Provided exceptional customer service to ensure satisfaction.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure orders were prepared quickly and accurately.
- Prepared and memorized menu and offered discerning recommendations, remained steps ahead of patrons' needs and desires and accurately gauged level of interest in conversation and small talk.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations in the restaurant.
- Assigned specific tasks to front-of-house and back-of-house staff to streamline operations.
- Trained and mentored new BOH staff in restaurant procedures, food safety, and customer service standards.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Johnson And Wales
Charlotte, NC12-2017
Diploma - Pastry
The Art Institute of Virginia Beach
Virginia Beach, VA12-2012
Skills
- Merchandise assortment
- Inventory management
- Demandtec Marketing
- Vendor relations
- SQL
- MicroStrategy and Data visualization
- SAS
- Microsoft Office Suites
- Problem solving
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Training & Development
Timeline
Assistant Buyer-Home Decor
Family Dollar
10.2024 - Current
Merchandising Assistant- Soft Home
Family Dollar
03.2023 - 10.2024
Customer Service
Twisted Sisters Cupcakes & Sugar Shack Cafe
06.2022 - 03.2023
Culinary /Front of House Staff Member
Walt Disney World Parks and Resorts
02.2017 - 03.2019
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Johnson And Wales
Diploma - Pastry
The Art Institute of Virginia Beach