Finn Bridges

Negotiated with suppliers to establish favorable pricing and delivery terms. Monitored inventory levels to guarantee product availability for customers and ongoing projects, while also conducting thorough analysis of market trends and competitor data. Facilitated seamless communication among various teams and implemented efficient procurement strategies to drive cost savings and operational effectiveness. Oversaw the logistics of incoming plant orders. Implemented pricing strategies based on market value of goods. Developed and oversaw houseplant buyers responsibilities to meet subdepartment sales goals.

Ensured all staff members had the necessary resources, training, and support for successful role execution. Identified and addressed process inefficiencies or bottlenecks, developing solutions to improve them. Managed retail products to assist the sell-through strategy, organizing and maintaining the sales floor and retail displays for optimal presentation.

Provided guidance to guests in selecting the right products, including plants tailored to their needs and environments. Alongside organizing attractive displays and maintaining plant health for optimal presentation. Monitored and managed pests and diseases on sales floor and in greenhouses, implementing effective control measures.

Maintained bar cleanliness and served various food and beverages according to customers verbal order while also developing strong customer service and communication skills.

Aesthetically prepared sales floor and rotated stock to maintain freshness to promote sales, additionally taking inventory of product and assisting manager in writing product orders.

Built and maintained effective relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success toward common sales, service and operational goals.