Kayairis Ross
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
I leveraged negotiation expertise and client relationship building at Kabana, achieving significant cost savings and enhancing supplier networks.Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Buyer Specialist
Kabana (All Locations)
320 San Lorenzo Ave. #1230 Coral Gbles, FL 33146
04.2013 - 01.2024
- Supported business expansion efforts through strategic sourcing initiatives tailored towards emerging markets or product lines.
- Provided clerks with information to print on price tags such as price, mark-ups or mark-downs or style number.
- Reviewed each store location's buying trends to ascertain correct assortment of apparel for maximum sales and profits.
- Participated in trade shows to identify new potential suppliers for various product categories.
- Prepared periodic purchasing and supply reports, verifying supply and establishing professional connections with vendor representatives.
- Worked collaboratively with logistics teams to optimize shipping methods and reduce freight costs associated with procured goods.
- Achieved cost savings through bulk purchasing discounts, consolidating orders across multiple departments where possible.
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
- Tracked inventory shipments and prepared spreadsheets detailing item information.
- Interacted with vendors, store managers and other stakeholders to maintain on-time deliveries.
- Researched and identified new suppliers and vendors.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and some mall for cost-effective purchasing/lease terms.
- Communicated with suppliers to negotiate best pricing on apparel and accessories.
- Developed and managed budgets for purchasing and projected purchasing needs.
- Assisted with location builds/ changes, walk throughs, POS setup, bank account setup, hiring and training new associates.
Retail Associate. Promoted to Assistant Manager
Arden B
Kenwood Towne Centre 7875 Montgomery Rd.
10.2010 - 11.2012
- Maintained a clean and welcoming store environment to enhance the overall shopping experience for customers.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Managed inventory effectively, ensuring proper stock levels and timely replenishment of merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions accurately, maintaining balanced registers and reducing discrepancies during shift changes.
- Made bank deposit runs daily, as well as assisted at other locations with sister company Wet Seal.
- Conducted interviews to hire and train new staff.
- Stepped into store manager role for 2 months while she was on maternity leave.
Education
High School Diploma -
Life Skills Center Of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH01.2010
Skills
Client Relationship Building
Goal-oriented mindset
Negotiation expertise
Networking capabilities
Technological savviness
Customer Service
Multi-tasking strength
Verbal and written communication
Recordkeeping skills
Resourcefulness
Delivery Management
Attention to Detail
Critical Thinking
Retail knowledge
Staff Training
Retail management
Patience and Compassion
Compartmentalization Skills
Timeline
Buyer Specialist
Kabana (All Locations)
04.2013 - 01.2024
Retail Associate. Promoted to Assistant Manager
Arden B
10.2010 - 11.2012
High School Diploma -
Life Skills Center Of Cincinnati