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Jackie Geen

Bartlett,Illinois

Summary

Passionate Cannabis Director of Retail Buying that is self-driven, builds strong relationships within cross functional divisions and vendors, and a team motivating leader. Exceptional analytical, task prioritization, budgeting and presentation skills. Ability to thrive and adapt to dynamic changes in a fast-paced environment.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Retail Buying

Sozo Companies
Warren, MI
11.2023 - Current
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive strategies to improve operational processes and organizational efficiency in four Cannabis Dispensaries.
  • Directed the organization's daily operations, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Collaborated with senior leadership to set long-term objectives for the company.
  • Managed budgeting and financial planning processes for the organization.
  • Identified opportunities for improvement in operational performance metrics.
  • Conducted regular meetings with department heads to review progress on strategic initiatives.
  • Reviewed internal reports and identified areas of risk or potential cost savings for wholesale and retail.
  • Established relationships with vendors and suppliers to secure favorable terms for products.
  • Monitored market conditions and competitor activities to inform business decisions.
  • Prepared presentations for board meetings summarizing key developments within the company.
  • Supported work-life balance to improve staff morale.

Multi-State Retail Buyer

PharmaCann
Chicago , IL
05.2020 - Current
  • Responsible for all merchandising strategies to support 14 Cannabis Dispensaries across Illinois, Massachusetts and Maryland
  • Supports development efforts in emerging markets including New York and Ohio
  • Consistently excels at revenue growth, product mix and vendor relationship management
  • Annual sales volume of $170M; equating to over 50% of company's annual retail revenue plan
  • Accountable for optimal assortment of private label and 3rd party brands, pricing and promotional activities
  • Leads projects with cross functional teams to improve multiple processes including new item creation, PO creation and receiving, product content for website and internal reporting, and third party credits/RTVs
  • Mentors, coaches and develops team of Buyers, Planners and Merchandising Analysts
  • Responsible for promotions, marketing emails and merchandising online menus to ensure optimal sales results
  • Reports to Senior Executive leadership the state of the business, revenue, margin, private label penetration, promotional success and strategy updates

Associate Buyer/ Assistant Buyer

Sears Holdings Inc.
Hoffman Estates, IL
03.2017 - 05.2020
  • Used best practices to guide product development for seasonal goods; Christmas Décor, Christmas Ornamentation, Holiday Plush, and Holiday Gift Wrap, producing $42M in annual sales
  • Traveled internationally 3 times per year to execute purchase of merchandise, tour supplier facilities, expenditure negotiation, and constructed planograms, while established professional relations and rapport
  • Sourced new vendors in effort to boost range of products offered in store locations while reducing costs through strategic contract negotiations
  • Developed sales plans, promotional strategies, forecast markdowns, and handled product development
  • Aligned with cross functional teams to manage purchase orders, inventory levels, marketing, design and store presentation of over 800 SKU’s to ensure correct execution of assortment strategy
  • Assessed various products and trend reports as well as competitive shopping to enhance merchandise and brand development

Designer Specialist/Sales Manager/Human Resources

Nordstrom
Chicago, IL- Indianapolis, IN
05.2005 - 03.2017
  • Maintained standards of a leading retail brand as well as brands sold in the following departments: Fine and Fashion Jewelry, Home Goods, Handbags and Children’s Shoes
  • Monitor inventory levels and surface issues to buying team
  • Manage weekly reports such as On Order, Top Sellers, and Stock on Hand to communicate successful and unsuccessful elements
  • Won various awards such as Department of the Month, Quarterly Pace-Setter, and Visual Merchandising Award
  • Recruited and hired top-level talent and trained new employees while sustaining consistent staff scheduling and budgeting within fixed parameters
  • Facilitated new-hire orientation, while working closely with various departments pertaining to the health and prosperity of company employees and handling legal documentation

Education

B.S - Textiles Apparel and Merchandising

NORTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY
2006

Skills

  • Strategic Negotiations
  • Merchandise Selection
  • Sales Records Analysis
  • Retail Inventory Management
  • Selling Price Recommendations
  • Vendor Relationships
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Project Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Creativity and Innovation

Timeline

Director of Retail Buying

Sozo Companies
11.2023 - Current

Multi-State Retail Buyer

PharmaCann
05.2020 - Current

Associate Buyer/ Assistant Buyer

Sears Holdings Inc.
03.2017 - 05.2020

Designer Specialist/Sales Manager/Human Resources

Nordstrom
05.2005 - 03.2017

B.S - Textiles Apparel and Merchandising

NORTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY

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