Janis Fry
Senior Buyer
Sugar Land,TX
Summary
Dynamic merchandise associate with a proven track record at JOANN Fabrics and Crafts, excelling in visual merchandising and display setup. Skilled in color coordination and fostering team collaboration, I enhanced store appeal and customer engagement, driving sales through creative product presentations and effective inventory management.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Merchandise Associate
JOANN Fabrics and Crafts
10.2016 - 12.2024
- Enhanced visual appeal of the store by constructing creative displays that showcased featured products effectively.
- Removed damaged, out-of-code, not-in-set and discontinued items from displays.
- Used pallet jacks to move and position merchandise.
- Updated pricing and signage to complete product displays and educate customers.
- Answered customer questions regarding store merchandise, department information, and pricing.
- Rotated manufacturer products.
- Assisted in the training and development of new associates, fostering a positive team environment.
- Created attractive displays to promote items.
- Greeted, serviced, and thanked all customers.
Buyer
National Oilwell Varco Inc
08.2011 - 07.2016
- Ensured timely delivery of products by closely monitoring vendor performance and addressing any issues promptly.
- 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.
- Coordinated with logistics teams to resolve any shipping delays or discrepancies while minimizing impact on operations.
- Maintained key item stock levels and wrote or expedited purchase orders.
- Developed and improved account relationships.
- Continuously monitored industry trends to identify new supply sources that could potentially improve overall procurement efficiency.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers to secure favorable pricing terms and conditions for the company''s benefit.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Finance
05.1996
Skills
Styling techniques
Color coordination
Visual merchandising
Store layout
Merchandise presentation
Cash management
Retail experience
Equipment operation
Display setup
Timeline
Merchandise Associate - JOANN Fabrics and Crafts
10.2016 - 12.2024
Buyer - National Oilwell Varco Inc
08.2011 - 07.2016
University of Houston - Bachelor of Science, Finance