Karen Wagner
Sherwood,WI
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Merchandising Analyst
C&S Wholesale
Keene, NH
02.2006 - 06.2012
- Developed comprehensive reports on category performance, inventory levels, pricing, and promotional activities to inform strategic decision making.
- Analyzed financial data such as cost of goods sold, gross margin analysis, and other key indicators of business performance.
- Observed competitor pricing and product offerings to inform strategic adjustments. to adjust pricing strategies and optimize product selection.
- Conducted market research and analyzed customer data to identify trends in consumer behavior.
- Coordinated with vendors to secure timely delivery of goods, enhancing supply chain efficiency.
- Worked with vendors to maintain accurate product information in the company's database.
- Drafted presentations outlining new products or services offered by vendors.
Dead and Excess Coordinator
C&S Wholesale Grocers Inc.
Keene, NH
08.2004 - 02.2006
- Coordinated inventory management processes to enhance stock control and minimize shortages.
- Monitored inventory levels and ordered additional supplies.
- Maintained supplier relationships to guarantee on-time product availability and support operational needs.
- Facilitated cross-departmental communication to resolve operational issues promptly and improve workflow.
- Enhanced interdepartmental communication to foster quicker problem resolution. between different departments in order to resolve issues quickly.
- Organized meetings to discuss project updates and team objectives.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while upholding company standards.
Scheduler
C&S Wholesale Grocers Inc.
Brattleboro, Vermont
08.2003 - 08.2004
- Coordinated scheduling for warehouse operations, improving workflow efficiency and ensuring timely task completion.
- Collaborated with department managers to resolve scheduling conflicts, maintaining operational continuity.
- Collaborated with project managers to prioritize critical tasks based on urgency.
- Communicated schedule changes effectively throughout the organization.
- Confirmed appointments with clients to ensure effective scheduling and availability. to ensure proper coordination and availability.
- Managed vendor communications, facilitating on-time delivery of products and services to support operational needs.
- Facilitated training sessions for new schedulers on best practices and tools used.
- Advised on effective scheduling practices for team initiatives.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Communication Sciences And Disorders
University of Rhode Island
Kingston, RI05-2002
Skills
- Merchandising analytics
- Data analysis
- Financial reporting
- Market research
- Competitive analysis
- Margin analysis
- Pricing strategy
- Category management
- Inventory management
- Vendor collaboration
- Vendor negotiation
- Sales data analysis
- Merchandising project management
- Stakeholder engagement
- Problem solving
Timeline
Merchandising Analyst
C&S Wholesale
02.2006 - 06.2012
Dead and Excess Coordinator
C&S Wholesale Grocers Inc.
08.2004 - 02.2006
Scheduler
C&S Wholesale Grocers Inc.
08.2003 - 08.2004
Bachelor of Science - Communication Sciences And Disorders
University of Rhode Island