Jason Breitling
Taylorsville,UT
Summary
Results-driven professional with comprehensive experience in account management and merchandising with a focus on building strong vendor relationships and driving business growth. Adept at negotiating contracts, resolving client issues, and aligning services with client needs. Proven success in fostering team collaboration and adapting to dynamic environments, showcasing excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Merchandise Manager
Beyond Inc
11.2021 - Current
- Currently manage Beyond's furniture categories. Approximately $350M/ year book of business with over 200 active vendor accounts.
- Responsible for revenue, margin and conversion targets with a focus on key suppliers and brands.
- Conduct regular account reviews to identify areas for improvement and ensure continued success.
- Cultivate long-term relationships with key stakeholders in assigned accounts, fostering trust and loyalty among clients.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop marketing campaigns and promotional events for key products.
- Leverage data analytics tools to inform business strategy and identify growth & efficiency opportunities.
- Negotiate favorable pricing with vendors to achieve maximum profitability.
Category Manager
Overstock.com Inc
03.2019 - 11.2021
- Managed a diverse portfolio of products and vendors in multiple categories.
- Monitored industry trends to identify new business opportunities and emerging product categories.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop promotional campaigns that increased category awareness and sales growth.
- Increased overall category sales by developing and executing strategic merchandising plans.
Senior Buyer
Overstock.com Inc
05.2015 - 03.2019
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers through collaboration which contributed to our mutual growth.
- Enhanced supplier performance through regular evaluations and performance improvement plans.
- Reviewed proposals, qualified vendors, and onboarded key suppliers and brands.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends.
Account Manager
Overstock.com Inc
04.2006 - 06.2015
- Maintained high vendor growth rate by providing exceptional customer service and anticipating client needs.
- Conducted regular account reviews to identify areas for improvement and ensure continued success.
- Implemented strategies to increase revenue from vendor accounts through utilization of our marketing tools.
- Onboarded and trained new suppliers on our in house vendor portal so they can effectively manage their business.
Education
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UTSalt Lake Community College
Salt Lake City, UT01-1995
Skills
- Account Management
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Data-driven Decision-making
- Merchandising
- Vendor Negotiation
- Customer service
- Relationship building
- Client relationship management
Timeline
Senior Merchandise Manager
Beyond Inc
11.2021 - Current
Category Manager
Overstock.com Inc
03.2019 - 11.2021
Senior Buyer
Overstock.com Inc
05.2015 - 03.2019
Account Manager
Overstock.com Inc
04.2006 - 06.2015
University of Utah
Salt Lake Community College
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