HELEN TRETINIK
Donora
Summary
- I have over 30 years of experience in merchandise.
- PlanoGram reading, setting, and tear down. I have spent 14 years in a buying position. Customer service excellence, proactive problem-solving, organizing front-end displays for impulse buys, collaboration with management for improved operations, POS system proficiency, and product inventory collaboration.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Buyer/ Merchandiser
Karen's Hallmark Shop
Belle Vernon
06.2025 - Current
- Supported store operational teams.
- Aligned inventory levels with customer demand.
- Boosted visibility of new items.
- Approved product orders.
- Managed relationships with suppliers.
- Improved inventory management across [9] locations.
Buyer
Laurie's Hallmark Shop
Belle Vernon
10.2017 - 06.2025
- Communicated regularly with suppliers.
- Pursued new supplier opportunities.
- Tracked and resolved issues.
- Determined inventory needs.
- Researched and introduced innovative products
Buyer /District manager
Abbey's Hallmark
Belle Vernon
03.2008 - 10.2017
- Championed the rollout of new retail technology.
- Coached emerging leaders within the district.
- Provided strategic support.
- Drove operational excellence.
- Maintained product availability.
- Launched [11] new stores.
Education
High School -
Lakes High School
Lakewood, WASkills
- Customer service excellence
- Proactive problem solving
- Organizing front-end displays for impulse buys
- Collaboration with management for improved operations
- POS system proficiency
- Product inventory collaboration
Timeline
Buyer/ Merchandiser
Karen's Hallmark Shop
06.2025 - Current
Buyer
Laurie's Hallmark Shop
10.2017 - 06.2025
Buyer /District manager
Abbey's Hallmark
03.2008 - 10.2017
High School -
Lakes High School