Mayson Vaughn
Chattanooga,TN
Summary
Results-driven professional with a proven track record of growing major retail accounts. Expertise in strategic planning, market trend analysis, and innovative retail solutions. Dynamic experience in business development and financial analysis, successfully expanding retail presence and enhancing profitability through effective inventory management and tailored growth strategies.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Mass Merchant Account Manager
Surya Rugs Inc.
White, GA
05.2023 - Current
- Drive $5M+ in annual revenue by managing and expanding a portfolio of mass merchant retail accounts, consistently increasing distribution, market share, and profitability
- Spearhead full lifecycle new business development, successfully securing and onboarding major retailers including AAFES, HEB, Meijer, and American Furniture, delivering tailored product assortments and strategic growth plans
- Designed and implemented innovative in-store rug display programs at AAFES, HEB, generating $1M+ in sales within the first year while elevating category visibility and consumer engagement
- Managed complete sales cycle—from concept and product development to overseas sourcing, importing, pricing strategy, negotiation, and retail execution—utilizing POS data and market trend analysis to deliver trend-driven, price-optimized merchandise
- Executed inventory management initiatives, partnering with Ollie’s to clear 150,000 units of aged stock, improving cash flow and operational efficiency
Finance Intern
Knox County
Knoxville, Tennessee
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Analyzed department budgets, preparing financial projections that informed planning for the upcoming fiscal year
- Assisted with preliminary audits and closing procedures, ensuring accurate financial records in preparation for external audits
- Reviewed County Commission resolutions, converting them to organized electronic records, enhancing accessibility and streamlining workflow
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration in Management
University of Tennessee
Knoxville, TN05-2023
Skills
- Retail strategy
- Sales forecasting
- Market trend analysis
- Supplier negotiation
- Inventory management
- Customer relationship management
Accomplishments
Surya Employee Nominated Employee of the Month - April 2024
Timeline
Mass Merchant Account Manager
Surya Rugs Inc.
05.2023 - Current
Finance Intern
Knox County
05.2022 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration in Management
University of Tennessee