Kally Cera
Brooklyn,CT
Summary
Professional buyer with strong focus on strategic sourcing, inventory management, and vendor relations. Skilled in analyzing market trends, negotiating contracts, and ensuring optimal product selection to drive sales. Reliable team collaborator, adaptable to changing needs, and consistently achieving results in fast-paced environments. Known for excellent communication, problem-solving abilities, and attention to detail.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Buyer, Women's RTW
KITH
09.2022 - Current
- Reviewed purchasing trends and forecast demand for inventory planning and replenishment.
- Collaborated with marketing teams to develop targeted advertising campaigns, highlighting key product features and driving sales growth.
- Negotiated with vendors to secure exclusive products, distinguishing our offerings from competitors.
- Prepared and analyzed reports to track inventory and purchasing trends.
- Resolved invoice discrepancies promptly, maintaining positive vendor relationships and preventing payment delays.
- Assisted in selection of merchandise that aligned with consumer preferences and seasonal trends, increasing customer satisfaction.
Assistant Buyer, Accessories and Lifestyle
KITH
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Collaborated with other departments to develop effective merchandising strategies, boosting overall store performance.
- Assisted in selection of merchandise that aligned with consumer preferences and seasonal trends, increasing customer satisfaction.
- Facilitated communication between suppliers and logistics teams, ensuring timely delivery of products.
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Monitored inventory levels to trigger timely reorders, avoiding stockouts and lost sales.
- Prepared and analyzed reports to track inventory and purchasing trends.
- Studied and monitored market trends to identify potential suppliers.
Buying Intern, Accessories and Lifestyle
KITH
10.2021 - 06.2022
- Assisted in the development of seasonal buying plans, resulting in a well-rounded product assortment.
- Gained valuable knowledge on various product categories while assisting buyers in their respective departments.
- Identified, researched and pursued product opportunities.
- Optimized presentations by working with planning, visual and marketing teams.
- Contributed to the improvement of buying processes through research and analysis of market trends.
- Researched and shopped competitors to maintain accurate and up-to-date knowledge of market conditions.
- Prepared purchase orders with accuracy, ensuring proper documentation for internal tracking purposes.
Materials Intern
Loeffler Randall
05.2021 - 09.2021
- Optimized storage conditions for different types of materials based on their specific handling requirements.
- Maintained thorough documentation of all testing results and quality assurance measures taken during the evaluation process of new materials.
- Conducted regular audits of warehouse inventory levels, ensuring accurate tracking of all materials used in production processes.
- Evaluated new materials for potential cost savings, performing various tests and analyses to ensure quality standards were met.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams for successful product development, considering both material properties and manufacturing processes.
- Coordinated sample shipments from suppliers to facilitate timely assessment of potential new materials by internal teams or external laboratories as needed.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives by researching innovative materials and technologies relevant to the industry.
Product Development Temp, Handbags
Marc Jacobs
09.2019 - 04.2020
- Cultivated valuable relationships with external partners including manufacturers and distributors facilitating successful launches.
- Ensured compliance with industry-specific regulations while developing innovative products that adhered to safety standards.
- Spearheaded the successful integration of acquired product lines into core offerings, resulting in seamless transitions for stakeholders.
- Managed product lifecycles by monitoring product research, development and determining retirement dates.
- Boosted revenue through the successful launch of innovative products that met market demands and consumer needs.
- Conducted comprehensive market research to identify untapped opportunities for new product development or improvement of existing products.
Product Development Intern, Handbags
Marc Jacobs
08.2017 - 09.2018
- Analyzed competitor products, identifying areas for differentiation and improvement in our offerings.
- Conducted usability testing with end users, gathering valuable insights that informed future design iterations.
- Assisted in developing project plans, ensuring timely completion of deliverables within budget constraints.
- Assisted in preparing documentation such as user manuals or assembly instructions.
- Consistently met project deadlines through effective time management skills and diligent work ethic.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Fashion Business Management
The Fashion Institute of Technology
New York12-2021
Associate of Science - Advertising And Marketing Communications
The Fashion Institute of Technology
New York05-2019
Skills
- Supplier relationship management
- Creativity and innovation
- Market trend analysis
- Sales forecasting
- Competitor analysis
- Information sourcing
- Organizational skills
- Effective communication
- Purchase order management
- Team building
Timeline
Assistant Buyer, Women's RTW
KITH
09.2022 - Current
Assistant Buyer, Accessories and Lifestyle
KITH
06.2022 - 09.2022
Buying Intern, Accessories and Lifestyle
KITH
10.2021 - 06.2022
Materials Intern
Loeffler Randall
05.2021 - 09.2021
Product Development Temp, Handbags
Marc Jacobs
09.2019 - 04.2020
Product Development Intern, Handbags
Marc Jacobs
08.2017 - 09.2018
Bachelor of Science - Fashion Business Management
The Fashion Institute of Technology
Associate of Science - Advertising And Marketing Communications
The Fashion Institute of Technology
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