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Farah Khodjimurodova

Brooklyn,NY

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Associate Buyer

Foot Locker
New York, NY
07.2022 - Current
  • Managing assortments buys for Womens and Kids apparel across Brick and Morter stores and E-comm
  • Previously managed assortments for accessories across headwear from a national and local level
  • Communicated closely and effectively with all partners, including vendors, merchants and distribution center, helping to achieve well-timed product deliveries.
  • Collaborated with company managers regarding product pricing, promotions and markdowns.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with vendors to negotiate cost savings opportunities with brands such as Nike, Adidas, Puma +4 others
  • Developed private label brand based on market trend and research which led to exposure in sourcing
  • Analyzed sales history, market data, customer feedback and other relevant information to determine best-selling products.
  • Collaborated with marketing team on promotional campaigns for new product launches.
  • Conducted research on potential product sources, evaluated vendor proposals, and negotiated contracts.
  • Monitored inventory levels and placed purchase orders as needed to maintain optimal stock levels.
  • Assisted in the development of merchandising strategies that maximized profits while meeting customer demand.
  • Evaluated supplier performance based on delivery timelines, quality standards, cost targets.
  • Researched industry news to stay abreast of new developments in the buying field.
  • Generated forecasts for future purchasing needs based on historical sales data.
  • Managed day-to-day operations associated with maintaining an effective buying system.
  • Ordered inventory based on understanding of current fashion and market trends.
  • Worked closely with and provided insights to Allocation, Planning, Marketing, E-Comm and Visual Merchandising business partners

Allocation Analyst

Foot Locker
New York, NY
04.2019 - 07.2022
  • Performed detailed analysis on customer orders to ensure accuracy of product allocation and inventory levels.
  • Developed automated processes for product allocation to improve efficiency and accuracy.
  • Created reports on allocated products, inventory levels, and order status to provide visibility into the supply chain process.
  • Spent time in multiple families of business including Mens Footwear, Women’s footwear, Kids footwear and women’s apparel
  • Partnered with multiple business functions including buying, planning and space
  • Analyzed sales trends and identified opportunities for improvement in the product allocation process.
  • Collaborated with other departments to identify potential issues with product availability or delivery delays.
  • Maintained accurate records of allocated items, inventory levels, and shipment information.
  • Provided guidance to internal teams regarding best practices related to product allocations.
  • Monitored data sources such as market trends, customer feedback. to make recommendations for improvements in the product allocation
  • Examined inventory levels on regular basis, verifying supply adequacy against expected sales.
  • Reviewed sizing information on clothing and footwear within Brick and Morter and E-COMMERCE from different locations to verify diversity of item sizes compared to expected demand.

Education

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies

Borough of Manhattan Community College of The City University of New York
New York, NY
04.2018

Skills

  • Strategic Planning
  • Supplier Relationships
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Inventory Management
  • Data Analysis
  • Vendor Relations
  • Critical Thinking
  • Attention to Detail
  • Budget Planning
  • Trend Assessment
  • Assortment curation

Timeline

Associate Buyer

Foot Locker
07.2022 - Current

Allocation Analyst

Foot Locker
04.2019 - 07.2022

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies

Borough of Manhattan Community College of The City University of New York

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