Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and team player. Adept at working effectively unsupervised with the ability to learn new skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Buyer
Books-A-Million
Birmingham, AL
10.2021 - Current
Monitored inventory levels and placed purchase orders as needed to maintain optimal stock levels.
Conducted research on potential product sources, evaluated vendor proposals, and negotiated contracts.
Generated forecasts for future purchasing needs based on historical sales data.
Attended trade shows and exhibitions for industry knowledge acquisition and networking opportunities.
Coordinated with internal departments such as logistics, marketing, and finance when needed.
Processed purchase orders ensuring accuracy before submitting them for approval.
Developed relationships with key stakeholders and vendors to ensure quality service and product availability.
Tracked key purchasing metrics and reported findings to supervisors for review.
Resolved any discrepancies between purchase orders and invoices from suppliers.
Obtained information about customer needs and preferences by conferring with sales or purchasing personnel.
Analyzed buying trends at each store location to identify appropriate mix of inventory items for top-tier sales.
Barista
Church Of The Highlands
Auburn, AL
09.2019 - 10.2020
Prepared and served coffee, espresso drinks, blended coffees and teas.
Greeted customers and took orders for coffee drinks, food items, and other beverages.
Maintained a clean work environment by wiping down counters, washing dishes, and cleaning floors.
Provided excellent customer service by responding to inquiries quickly and professionally.
Operated cash registers to process customer payments.
Internship Student
Dillard's
Oxford, AL
06.2019 - 08.2019
Worked well in team environment as well as independently.
Worked with teams to support goals and build experience.
Shadowed staff and learned advanced work.
Worked with team members to promote great customer service and pleasant work environment.
Sales Associate
Wrapsody Boutique
Auburn, AL
08.2017 - 05.2019
Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing receipts and counting money back change.
Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.