Andrea Kuruzar
Lake Oswego,OR
Summary
Results focused leader with over 20 plus years of retail management and buying experience. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Department Buyer/Manager
New Seasons Market
08.2018 - Current
- Oversaw and streamlined daily operations of purchasing department to maximize productivity and revenue.
- Reviewed and approved purchase orders and invoices for accuracy and completeness.
- Led procurement team by training staff and overseeing purchasing decisions.
- Monitored inventory levels and avoided shortages with timely replenishment of stock.
- Cultivated strong relationships with vendors to maintain and improve levels of customer service.
- Generated reports on purchasing activities to support management decisions.
General Manager
Cost Plus World Market
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
General Manager
Gap Inc.
01.2004 - 01.2012
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
- Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
- Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Supervised creation of exciting merchandise displays to catch attention of store customers.
Education
B.A. - English Literature
Ft. Lewis College
Durango, CO05.1997
Skills
- Budget Planning
- Purchasing Strategy
- Analytical Thinking
- Financial Acumen
- Team Leadership
- Relationship Building
- Inventory Management
- Customer Service
- Supplier Relations
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Staff Training
Certification
- Certified Yoga Instructor 2023
Timeline
Department Buyer/Manager
New Seasons Market
08.2018 - Current
General Manager
Cost Plus World Market
01.2013 - 01.2016
General Manager
Gap Inc.
01.2004 - 01.2012
B.A. - English Literature
Ft. Lewis College