Kelly Brett
Portland,OR
Summary
Quality-focused Purchasing Manager familiar with vendor sourcing and vetting, contract negotiation and budget administration. Strong understanding of financial processes and requirements for accurate and thorough recordkeeping.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
GENERAL MANAGER
Bridge City Collective
Portland, OR
04.2022 - Current
- Trained employees on duties, policies and procedures.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff members to ensure efficient operations.
- Managed inventory levels and conducted corrective action planning to minimize long-term costs.
- Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of products.
- Tracked and approved procurement plans and inventory levels.
- Participated in trade shows and conferences to stay abreast of industry trends and developments.
- Reviewed purchase orders and ensured accuracy of information, such as pricing, payment terms and delivery dates.
ASSISTANT STORE MANAGER
Recycled Chic
Portland, OR
04.2014 - 07.2024
- Opened and closed cash registers by counting money, separating charge slips and balancing drawers.
- Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
- Cultivated strong professional relationships with suppliers and key clients to drive long-term business development.
STORE MANAGER
Spirit Halloween
Gresham, OR
08.2019 - 11.2019
- Managed staff of 30 plus employees
- Assigned tasks to associates to fit skill levels and maximize team performance.
- Verified all transactions were accurate, signed off on documents, and recorded discrepancies.
SHIFT SUPERVISOR
Spark Dispensary
Portland, OR
08.2017 - 10.2018
- Opened and closed store
- Managed 2-3 employees per shift
- Dealt with vendors regarding flower selection and negotiated product pricing.
SHIFT LEADER/BUDTENDER
Uplift Botanicals
Portland, OR
06.2016 - 08.2017
- Opened and closed store
- Managed 2-3 employees per shift
- Dealt with vendors regarding flower selection and negotiated product pricing
- Worked with Flowhub and Greenbits.
BOUTIQUE AMBASSADOR
Here We Go Again (designer consignment)
Portland, OR
04.2012 - 04.2014
- Opened and closed store
- Established good working relationships with customers and consigners
- Selected and priced appropriate sell merchandise
- Assisted customers in all services and answered client queries
- Coordinated with store manager and maintained inventory of stocks.
MARKETING REPRESENTATIVE
Garden State MRI
Hamilton, NJ
08.2008 - 01.2012
- Promoted facility, generated leads and initiated sales
- Established and improved client communications, maintained ongoing relationships with physicians
- Planned, coordinated and contributed to conventions and special events.
ASSISTANT STORE MANAGER
Charlotte Russe
Langhorne, PA
08.2006 - 08.2008
- Managed and supervised a staff of three to fifteen employees at once
- Analyzed past sales figures to set targets and enable sales forecasting techniques
- Kept store up to visual standards set by company.
SALES LEAD
Victoria Secret
Langhorne, PA
10.2003 - 08.2006
- Greeted dozens of customers a day at front of store and offered assistance with their shopping
- Managed front desk, assisting customers with purchases, exchanges, and item holding
- Promoted to sales lead for sales and leadership skills.
Education
Associates Degree Communications -
Bucks County Community College
01.2006
Skills
- Schedule Management
- Customer-Oriented
- Conflict Resolution Techniques
- Production Management
- Schedule Oversight
- Training and Mentoring
- Business Administration
- Inventory Management
- Negotiation
Timeline
GENERAL MANAGER
Bridge City Collective
04.2022 - Current
STORE MANAGER
Spirit Halloween
08.2019 - 11.2019
SHIFT SUPERVISOR
Spark Dispensary
08.2017 - 10.2018
SHIFT LEADER/BUDTENDER
Uplift Botanicals
06.2016 - 08.2017
ASSISTANT STORE MANAGER
Recycled Chic
04.2014 - 07.2024
BOUTIQUE AMBASSADOR
Here We Go Again (designer consignment)
04.2012 - 04.2014
MARKETING REPRESENTATIVE
Garden State MRI
08.2008 - 01.2012
ASSISTANT STORE MANAGER
Charlotte Russe
08.2006 - 08.2008
SALES LEAD
Victoria Secret
10.2003 - 08.2006
Associates Degree Communications -
Bucks County Community College
Similar Profiles
Bridgette HendricksBridgette Hendricks
Manager and Front Desk Administrator at Bridge Collective Investments and Bridge Fund ManagersManager and Front Desk Administrator at Bridge Collective Investments and Bridge Fund Managers
Alyce DoyleAlyce Doyle
Retail Assistant at City Chic CollectiveRetail Assistant at City Chic Collective
Philipp LehmannPhilipp Lehmann
Drawbridge Operator at Bay City Bridge PartnersDrawbridge Operator at Bay City Bridge Partners
Ezra JordanEzra Jordan
Dishwasher at Keeper Coffee Co.Dishwasher at Keeper Coffee Co.
SUNNY KANNASUNNY KANNA
Director of Learning & Development at Medallion IndustriesDirector of Learning & Development at Medallion Industries