Jennifer Frank
Medina,Ohio
Summary
Seasoned Buyer bringing in-depth retail and professional experience in diverse environments. First-rate planner, manager and communicator highly trained in purchasing and supply chain management. Accomplished in managing purchasing needs in high-volume retail operations. Skilled research and forecasting abilities combine with strengths in communication and key relationship management to deliver exceptional results.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Buyer, Appraiser, Sales Consultant
Kleinhenz Jewelers
01.2021 - Current
- Manage all aspects of fine jewelry buying and in-store merchandising, including budgets
- Travel to various trade shows for buying and continuing education
- Train staff members on new product and sales training
- Helped develop procedures and policies
- Fine Jewelry and watch sales consultant
- Performed all appraisals (stock, estate, insurance, etc).
Owner, J. Frank & Co. Jewelry Appraisers and Consultants
10.2017 - Current
- Independent gemologist/appraiser
- Wholesale sales representative at trade shows.
Manager, Appraiser, Fine Jewelry Buyer
Henry B. Ball West
06.2016 - 09.2017
- Consulted with owner in all areas of business, except accounting
- Responsible for all fine jewelry and diamond buying (in store and at shows; JCK, JA New York, SJTA Atlanta)
- Trained staff members
- Helped develop procedures and policies
- Jewelry and giftware sales
- Custom design consultant
- Performed all appraisals (stock, estate, insurance, etc).
Appraiser, Sales Consultant
Bella Design Jewelers
02.2015 - 08.2016
- Sales and custom design consultant
- Buyer (in store and at several regional shows)
- Performed all appraisals (stock, estate, insurance, etc).
Sales Consultant
Alson Jewelers
06.2013 - 09.2014
- Sales consultant of high end fine and designer jewelry and swiss time pieces (Including Rolex, Cartier, Tudor, Tag Heuer, etc)
- Assisted with bridal buying for stock.
Sales Consultant, Buyer, Appraiser
Kleinhenz Jewelers
12.2009 - 06.2013
- Full time Sales Consultant of high end fine jewelry and Swiss time pieces (including Rolex, Baume & Mercier & Omega)
- Consistently top sales producer
- Involved in all buying for stock, including multiple trips to JCK Las Vegas, Luxury and Couture shows
- Led sales training for staff.
- Completed Certified Gemologist Appraiser certification
Independent Gemologist/Appraiser
10.2007 - 12.2009
- Part time Gemologist/Appraiser
Sales Consultant, Gemologist/Appraiser
Kleinhenz Jewelers
05.2002 - 10.2007
- Full time Sales Consultant of fine jewelry and Swiss time pieces
- Top Sales Consultant 2005 and 2006
- Graduate Gemologist/Appraiser.
Education
Colored Stone Grading and Pricing workshop -
Gemworld International
01.2019
Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice -
American Society of Appraisers
01.2017
Certified Gemologist Appraiser -
American Gem Society
01.2012
Certified Gemologist -
American Gem Society
01.2006
Graduate Gemologist -
Gemological Institute of America
01.2004
Skills
- Purchase Order Management
- Lasting Client Relationship Building
- Multi-tasking
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Inventory Management and Merchandising
- Verbal and written communication
- Vendor Relations
- Attention to Detail
- Staff Training & Development
- Customer Relationship Management
- Extensive Product Knowledge
- Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills
References
References are available on request.
Timeline
Buyer, Appraiser, Sales Consultant
Kleinhenz Jewelers
01.2021 - Current
Owner, J. Frank & Co. Jewelry Appraisers and Consultants
10.2017 - Current
Manager, Appraiser, Fine Jewelry Buyer
Henry B. Ball West
06.2016 - 09.2017
Appraiser, Sales Consultant
Bella Design Jewelers
02.2015 - 08.2016
Sales Consultant
Alson Jewelers
06.2013 - 09.2014
Sales Consultant, Buyer, Appraiser
Kleinhenz Jewelers
12.2009 - 06.2013
Independent Gemologist/Appraiser
10.2007 - 12.2009
Sales Consultant, Gemologist/Appraiser
Kleinhenz Jewelers
05.2002 - 10.2007
Colored Stone Grading and Pricing workshop -
Gemworld International
Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice -
American Society of Appraisers
Certified Gemologist Appraiser -
American Gem Society
Certified Gemologist -
American Gem Society
Graduate Gemologist -
Gemological Institute of America
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