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Evelyn (Eva) Ritenour

Rockingham,VA

Summary

Dynamic Category Manager with a proven track record at BFG Supply, Inc, adept in leveraging data analytics and supplier relationship management to drive category growth and profitability. Excelled in developing promotional campaigns and pricing strategies, enhancing supplier collaboration, and forecasting demand to achieve significant sales growth. Demonstrates a keen ability to blend analytical prowess with strategic partnerships for outstanding results. Category Manager develops and executes [Type] spend category strategy as part of company sourcing plan. Develops and executes category and commodity strategies, negotiates and awards supplier contracts and conducts commodity and supplier business reviews. Improves company profitability, asset management performance and supports improved customer delivery through thoughtful supply base network design.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Category Manager

BFG Supply, Inc
Harrisonburg, VA
10.2017 - Current
  • Managed a diverse portfolio of products, ensuring optimal mix between high-margin items and cost-effective options for customers.
  • Monitored industry trends to identify new business opportunities and emerging product categories for expansion.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop promotional campaigns that effectively increased category awareness and sales growth.
  • Implemented data-driven pricing strategies to maximize profit margins while remaining competitive in the marketplace.
  • Enhanced supplier relationships through regular communication and collaborative problem-solving efforts.

Buyer

BFG Supply, Inc
Harrisonburg, VA
04.2007 - 10.2017
  • Maintained key item stock levels and wrote or expedited purchase orders.
  • Forecasted purchasing trends and improved merchandising strategies.
  • Ensured timely delivery of products by closely monitoring vendor performance and addressing any issues promptly.
  • Coordinated with logistics teams to resolve any shipping delays or discrepancies while minimizing impact on operations.
  • Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.

Education

Associate of Business Administration -

National Business College
Harrisonburg, VA

Skills

  • Data Analytics
  • Category development
  • Supplier Relationship Management
  • Supplier Reviews
  • Demand forecasting
  • Promotional planning
  • Data Analysis
  • Supplier Contracts
  • Pricing Strategies

Timeline

Category Manager

BFG Supply, Inc
10.2017 - Current

Buyer

BFG Supply, Inc
04.2007 - 10.2017

Associate of Business Administration -

National Business College
Evelyn (Eva) Ritenour