Overview
Work History
Education
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Lisa Smith

Coppell

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Buyer

Dillards Department Store
  • Maintained sales growth YOY, winning Buyer of the Year.
  • Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
  • Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
  • Maintained key item stock levels and wrote or expedited purchase orders.
  • Ensured timely delivery of products by closely monitoring vendor performance and addressing any issues promptly.
  • Coordinated with logistics teams to resolve any shipping delays or discrepancies while minimizing impact on operations.
  • Participated in trade shows and conferences to stay informed of the latest industry developments and maintain a strong professional network.

Buyer

The Container Store
  • Increased sales YOY.
  • Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
  • Reduced procurement costs through strategic sourcing and effective negotiations.
  • Established the highest dollar per square foot for the company through product performance analysis.
  • Recommended product placement to increase sales by $1M annually.
  • Attended trade shows regularly to find trends to build an assortment of everyday and seasonal product.
  • Reduced markdown potential to maximize profits.
  • Provided training to Assistant Buyers on best practices in purchasing, assortment planning, visual display and company culture.
  • Participated in a mentorship program to share communication and management expertise with junior associates.

Pharmaceutical Sales Representative

Syneos Health (inVentiv) - GSK Pharmaceuticals
11.2021 - Current
  • Gained customer loyalty by providing exceptional follow-up support and addressing inquiries promptly.
  • Implemented efficient time management strategies that allowed for optimal coverage of assigned territory while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
  • Expanded market share by identifying potential clients and successfully converting them to long-term customers.
  • Increased sales revenue by building strong relationships with healthcare providers and delivering informative product presentations.
  • Achieved top performance by strategically adapting to rapidly changing, competitive environment.
  • Led by example, fostering a positive work environment that encouraged collaboration and continuous improvement among team members.
  • Maintained accurate records of sales activities, ensuring timely submission of reports to management for review and assessment.
  • Communicated with customers by employing effective selling, listening and negotiation skills while using proper terminology, approved messaging and branded materials.
  • Achieved individual, territory and company goals for sales, market share, call metrics and sample distribution.
  • Educated physicians and pharmacists on drug use, benefits, dosage and risks.
  • Demonstrated strong product knowledge during client interactions, effectively addressing concerns and increasing trust in the product line.
  • Organized various promotional events aimed at driving product interest among target audiences, resulting in increased leads and conversions.
  • Participated in conferences to

Education

Bachelor of Science - Fashion Marketing

University of Oklahoma
Norman, OK

Skills

  • Relationship building
  • Multi-tasking strength
  • Materials sourcing

Timeline

Pharmaceutical Sales Representative

Syneos Health (inVentiv) - GSK Pharmaceuticals
11.2021 - Current

Buyer

Dillards Department Store

Buyer

The Container Store

Bachelor of Science - Fashion Marketing

University of Oklahoma
Lisa Smith