Frederick Burns II
Dallas,TX
Summary
Proven experience in management and store operations Seasoned Buyer bringing in-depth retail and professional experience in diverse environments. First-rate planner, manager and communicator highly trained in purchasing and supply chain management. Proficient in managing purchasing needs in high-volume retail operations. Skilled research and forecasting abilities with strengths in communication and key relationship management.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Buyer
Family Toyota Of Burleson
07.2023 - Current
- Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
- Maintained key item stock levels and wrote or expedited purchase orders.
- Communicated with vendors regarding inventory needs and negotiated prices to maintain profit margins.
- Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.
- Oversaw purchasing process from initiating requests to finalizing contracts to deliver smooth transaction.
- Forecasted purchasing trends and improved merchandising strategies.
- Tracked inventory shipments and prepared spreadsheets detailing item information.
- Analyzed current vendors and products to stay abreast of market trends and evaluate new suppliers.
- Managed and maintained purchase orders and invoices.
- Placed orders for merchandise consistent with quality, quantity and other specification requirements.
- Researched and identified new suppliers and vendors.
- Analyzed sales and inventory data to determine purchasing needs and reorder points.
- Collaborated with sales team to identify and fulfill customer needs.
Buyer
CarMax
03.2020 - 07.2023
- Buyer is responsible for acquiring and managing CarMax's extensive used car inventory through successful completion of Customer Appraisal Assessments and Appraisal Offers, coordinating on-site Wholesale auctions.
- Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
- Maintained key item stock levels and wrote or expedited purchase orders.
- Communicated with vendors regarding inventory needs and negotiated prices to maintain profit margins.
- Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.
- Prepared detailed reports to highlight inventory levels, purchase orders and discrepancies.
- Oversaw purchasing process from initiating requests to finalizing contracts to deliver smooth transaction.
- Developed cost-effective purchasing strategies to maintain inventory levels and improve operational procedures.
- Forecasted purchasing trends and improved merchandising strategies.
- Developed and improved account relationships.
- Tracked inventory shipments and prepared spreadsheets detailing item information.
- Developed new strategies to reduce purchasing costs and maintain quality standards.
Assistant Manager
Wal-Mart
08.2017 - 03.2020
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Mentored team members to enhance professional development and accountability in workplace.
- Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service and responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
- Helped with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands.
- Developed loyal and highly satisfied customer base through proactive management of team customer service strategies.
- Created employee schedules to align coverage with forecasted demands.
- Developed strategy to increase sales and drive profits.
- Reviewed sales and gross profit report to assess company efficiency.
- Strengthened merchandising and promotional strategies to drive customer engagement and boost sales.
- Monitored security to protect employees, customers and property.
- Made hiring recommendations to increase company's productivity and profitability with quality workers.
- Increased employee performance and job satisfaction to strengthen retention and engagement.
Sales Representative
Youngblood Automotive
08.2016 - 08.2017
- Sold new and used vehicles
- Provided outstanding service and handled customer needs
- Represented a variety of brands
- Successfully negotiated sales of over $40,000 dollars
- Set up appointments with clients
- Retail sales
- Was able to showcase product knowledge and address concerns of clients
- Verified personal information
- Handled escalations
- Made sales presentations to Clients
- Social media marketing
- Tracked sales and other KPIs.
- Managed customer accounts to secure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Trained and mentored new sales representatives.
- Retained excellent client satisfaction ratings through outstanding service delivery.
- Used customer insights to develop innovative sales strategies to increase sales.
- Developed and maintained comprehensive understanding of products, services and competitors to enhance sales presentations.
- Developed and implemented sales strategies to increase profits.
Management Trainee/ sales associate
Sherwin Williams
07.2014 - 08.2016
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
Insider
Papa John's Pizza
08.2011 - 06.2014
- Answered customers' questions regarding products, prices, and availability.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of available products to best serve customers and maximize sales potential.
- Managed friendly and professional customer interactions.
- Determined needs, delivered solutions, and overcame objections through consultative selling skills.
- Used CRM software to maintain detailed contact logs and account records.
- Met or exceeded sales targets and quotas to contribute to overall sales goals and revenue of company.
Education
Bachelors of Science degree in Political Science - Political Science
Southeast Missouri State University
Cape Girardeau, MO06.2024
High School Diploma -
Parkway South High School
Manchester, MO06.2009
Skills
- Cost Control
- Seasonal Promotions
- Vendor Negotiations
- Multitasking Strengths
- Critical Thinking
- Pricing Analysis
- Strategic Negotiations
- Sales Experience
- Quality Assurance
- Pricing Knowledge
- Proposal Reviews
- Strategic Planning
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Customer Service
- Buyer Seller Agreements
Timeline
Buyer
Family Toyota Of Burleson
07.2023 - Current
Buyer
CarMax
03.2020 - 07.2023
Assistant Manager
Wal-Mart
08.2017 - 03.2020
Sales Representative
Youngblood Automotive
08.2016 - 08.2017
Management Trainee/ sales associate
Sherwin Williams
07.2014 - 08.2016
Insider
Papa John's Pizza
08.2011 - 06.2014
Bachelors of Science degree in Political Science - Political Science
Southeast Missouri State University
High School Diploma -
Parkway South High School
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