Cosmetic Buyer/Store Manager
Rainbow Bridge Ojai
Ojai, CA
08/04/21 - 01/7/24
- Maintained records of all purchases including item descriptions, costs, quantities received.
- Assessed condition of shipped products upon arrival to meet quality standards.
- Monitored product margins and managed product resales.
- Stayed abreast of market trends and anticipated consumer needs and purchasing habits.
- Developed relationships with vendors to secure better prices and payment terms.
- Negotiated product prices, discounts and shipping incentives with vendors.
- Researched potential new suppliers in order to find the best value for goods and services.
- Explained product features and benefits to company staff members and customers.
- Sourced new vendors and suppliers to boost product offerings and increase profit margins at each store location.
- Reviewed purchase orders, contracts and invoices to ensure accuracy.
- Participated in industry trade shows and conferences to stay abreast of current trends in product development.