Jessica Williams
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience in inventory management and strategic planning. Skilled in leading teams, analyzing market trends, and implementing effective buying strategies to optimize inventory and drive profitability.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Buyer
Carmax
Phoenix, AZ
06.2015 - 12.2025
- Assessed and appraised customer vehicles that were brought in for trade or sale
- Utilized different tools and data sources to make accurate offers on customer vehicles
- Analyzed market trends to develop targeted buying strategies to meet specific inventory needs
- Managed and developed a team of buyers and VCAs (monthly file reviews, developmental training to prep them for leadership roles, performance management).
- Managed scheduling as well as recruitment tasks for the purchasing department
- Led a team of buyers and senior buyers at 2 local auctions to ensure that buy plans were met each week (preview and in lane bidding strategy, inventory targets, post sale recaps).
General Manager
TitleMax
Tucson, Arizona
10.2013 - 04.2015
- Coordinated staff scheduling to optimize workforce efficiency and coverage.
- Trained employees on duties, policies and procedures.
- Built and maintained loyal, long-term customer relationships through effective account management.
- Developed and executed marketing strategies to local businesses in the community to generate referrals.
- Achieved over 30% account growth within the first year of becoming the GM of my location through effective marketing, relationship building, and account management.
Branch Manager
Enterprise Rent A Car
Tucson, Arizona
05.2005 - 09.2013
- Trained and developed staff to enhance customer service skills.
- Oversaw vehicle inventory management and maintenance scheduling.
- Implemented marketing strategies to promote branch services effectively.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for team members.
- Managed staff scheduling and training processes.
- Monitored financial performance of the branch on a monthly basis.
- Built strong rapport with new and existing clients to better serve financial needs and promote branch loyalty.
- Verified cash by balancing cash drawers and maintaining cash count records.
- Facilitated weekly meetings with staff members to discuss progress on current initiatives.
- Assisted other branches when needed during peak periods or special projects.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
University of Wisconsin, Parkside
Kenosha, WI05-2005
Skills
- Market analysis
- Inventory management
- Bid negotiation/strategies
- Vendor relationship management
- Customer account management
- Team development
- Data-driven decision making
- Strategic planning
- Financial oversight
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Leadership training
- Industry expertise
- Merchandising operations
Timeline
Senior Buyer
Carmax
06.2015 - 12.2025
General Manager
TitleMax
10.2013 - 04.2015
Branch Manager
Enterprise Rent A Car
05.2005 - 09.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
University of Wisconsin, Parkside