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MORGAN MEI Minkowski

San Francisco,CA

Summary

I am a dedicated and analytical retail professional with 10+ years of multi-channel buying, planning and product development experience. Demonstrated track record of success with large & small corporate retailers. I am a Forward-thinking and resourceful professional with history of increasing revenue and reducing costs. Strengths include Inventory management, promotional strategies and risk mitigation, soft interpersonal skills. Dedicated Buyer with history of overseeing multiple product lines. Offering over 10+ years of experience with leading retail operation. Consistently promoted for exceptional performance and service. Successfully manages diverse purchasing needs in challenging, fast-paced environments.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Buyer/Planner

Gap.com and Gapfactory.com
San Francisco, CA
07.2018 - Current
  • Recap and analyze actual sales for website on weekly, monthly and quarterly basis, providing actionable recommendations to drive business
  • Analyze historical data and current trends to identify risks and opportunities by division/class and review site performance to identify category opportunities
  • Create pre-season sales and inventory targets by division to support product, marketing and sales strategies
  • Own in-season management of markdowns and promotions
  • Serve as pricing (SME) subject matter expert helping broader cross-functional team with promotional stragies

Account Manager

Walmart.com/Jet.com
San Bruno, CA
07.2017 - 06.2018
  • Forecast business volumes and worked with ShurTech to ensure replenishment; ran reports for drop shipment items; and distributed out of stock reports to Supplier
  • Conduct analysis on Supplier’s business identifying opportunities for growth while identifying key items drivers for the items in Supplier’s Portfolio.
  • Collaborated with marketing team to develop promotional materials for clients.

Senior Buyer; Buyer

DOLLS KILL INC
San Francisco, CA
09.2014 - 05.2016
  • Helped created a structured buying environment by developing the first Open-To-Buy, giving all departments visibility into on-order and allow for forecasting and budget control
  • Led all buying categories, established and executed seasonal merchandising strategies, leveraging long- standing vendor relationships to negotiate increased terms and discounts and identifying and trends
  • Grew the total retail revenue incrementally and tripled the unit sales velocity for the beauty category
  • Hired & Managed Assistant Buyers who maintained Purchase Orders and assisted on various tasks related to vendor management and merchandise receivables
  • Attended trade shows, including Magic and CALA as well as London Edge 2015 as a keynote speaker

Development Manager

IRON FIST CLOTHING
Los Angeles, CA
10.2011 - 07.2014
  • Owned the development process including concept, design, sourcing, construction, testing and production for the Iron Fist and Abbey Dawn brands’ footwear and accessories
  • International travel to factories to source, negotiate, inspect and approve materials for quality control
  • Managed samples by holding regular fittings and comment meetings with Creative Director, confirming they are correct and up to standards as well as made efficient changes when necessary

Associate/Assistant Buyer;Merchandise Coordinator/Clerical; Customer Service; Store Manager

HOT TOPIC, INC
City of Industry, CA
03.2000 - 10.2011
  • Collaborated cross-functionally to create compelling merchandising stores as well as built lasting relationships with vendors, negotiating terms and discounts, collaborating on order and delivery accuracy
  • Processed and maintained Purchase Orders and Open-To-Buy, monthly tracking merchandise flow to preserve strong trend assortment, adjusting Purchase Orders to adhere to planned budgets
  • Held several positions with successively greater responsibility, growing with the company and building on each position to make better strategic decisions

Skills

  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Interpersonal Ability
  • Inventory Monitoring
  • Demand Forecasting
  • Pricing Analysis
  • Presentation

Timeline

Buyer/Planner

Gap.com and Gapfactory.com
07.2018 - Current

Account Manager

Walmart.com/Jet.com
07.2017 - 06.2018

Senior Buyer; Buyer

DOLLS KILL INC
09.2014 - 05.2016

Development Manager

IRON FIST CLOTHING
10.2011 - 07.2014

Associate/Assistant Buyer;Merchandise Coordinator/Clerical; Customer Service; Store Manager

HOT TOPIC, INC
03.2000 - 10.2011

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