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Work History
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Hi, I’m

Jody Bergmann

Tubac,AZ

Summary

Seasoned Buyer with over 30 years experience bringing in-depth retail and professional experience in diverse environments. First-rate planner, manager and communicator highly trained in procurement. Proficient in managing purchasing needs in high volume, fast paced environment. Skilled research and forecasting abilities with strengths in communication and key relationship management. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Hardworking and reliable. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

29
years of professional experience

Work History

Fox Studios

Lead Buyer
06.2018 - 03.2023

Job overview

  • Managed a team of buyers, providing guidance and support to ensure optimal performance and professional growth.
  • Improved supplier relationships by consistently meeting deadlines and maintaining clear communication.
  • Developed tailored sourcing strategies for multiple product categories, resulting in streamlined procurement processes.
  • Communicated with vendors regarding inventory needs and negotiated prices to maintain margins.


NBC, TNT, Sony, ABC, Paramount , Warner Bros.

Buyer
04.1994 - 03.2018

Job overview

  • Source all furniture, lighting, drapery, artwork and hand props for all scripted sets.
  • Collaborate with the Set Decorator to develop the characters environment.
  • Interpret floor plans & keep update with change orders
  • Maintain a schedule
  • Oversee manufacturing & trucking logistics



Education

Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ

Bachelor of Arts from Studio Art & Interior Design
12.1993

University Overview

UCLA Extension
Los Angeles

from Certificate of Wine (Enology)
04.2000

University Overview

Melville Winery
Santa Ynez, CA

from Internship in Winemaking
09-2000

University Overview

Skills

  • Procurement
  • Resourcefulness
  • Vendor Relations
  • Ordering and Purchasing
  • Multi-tasking Capabilities
  • Team Leadership
  • Decision Making
  • Problem Solving
  • Adaptability
  • Time Management
  • Organizational Skills
  • Project Management
  • Purchase Order Management
  • Delivery Management
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Recordkeeping Ability
  • Materials Sourcing
  • Space Planning
  • Strategizing
  • Critical Thinking
  • Retail Merchandise Buying
  • Trucking Logistics
  • Event Planning

References

References

Extensive references available upon request.

Interests

I'm a design minded, artsy person who's a wine enthusiast, gourmet cook, avid gardener, animal lover, sports fan and weekend warrior

  • Interior Design
  • Home Renovation
  • Cooking
  • Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
  • Growing herbs, vegetables, or fruits in home gardens
  • Wine Tasting
  • Bread Making
  • Lap Swimming
  • Golf

Timeline

Lead Buyer
Fox Studios
06.2018 - 03.2023
Buyer
NBC, TNT, Sony, ABC, Paramount , Warner Bros.
04.1994 - 03.2018
Arizona State University
Bachelor of Arts from Studio Art & Interior Design
UCLA Extension
from Certificate of Wine (Enology)
Melville Winery
from Internship in Winemaking
Jody Bergmann