Jean Hansen

• Managed vendor relationships to negotiate pricing, terms, labor, sales periods, promotions, and lead time.
• Evaluated merchandise assortment regularly to ensure alignment with consumer preferences and demands.
• Managed vendor relationships to negotiate pricing, terms, labor, sales periods, promotions, and lead time.
• Improved gross margin at competitive prices from reputable suppliers.
• Managed inventory levels effectively to minimize stock shortages and overstocks.
• Trained and supervised Buying team members in best practices, improving overall performance.
• Collaborated with warehouse and sales departments to streamline processes and enhance operational efficiency.
• Participated in trade shows to identify new products and trends, staying current on market offerings.

• Analyzed market trends to develop effective purchasing strategies that aligned with consumer demand.
• Collaborated with suppliers to negotiate favorable terms and conditions.
• Managed inventory levels to ensure product availability and minimize costs.
• Cultivated and strengthened relationships with key vendors to enhance service delivery and product quality.
• Purchased various types of furniture, including mattresses, motion pieces, and youth and baby items, over a 20-year buying career.

• Developed sales training for new hires and ongoing training for all departments.
• Trained and mentored the sales team to enhance product knowledge and customer engagement skills.

Developed training programs to enhance staff product knowledge and customer engagement skills.

• Dean's List
• Played: Volleyball and Basketball at Waldorf for 2 years
• Football trainer