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Work History
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Certification
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Shelby Martell

Monroe,MI

Summary

Dynamic procurement professional with a design focused background, adept in vendor relations and negotiation. Skilled in market analysis and SAP software, I drive strategic sourcing initiatives that enhance project efficiency and secure advantageous supplier agreements, fostering critical partnerships for innovative designs.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Buyer

Hyundai America Technical Center
Superior Twp, MI
03.2024 - Current
  • Manage procurement operations for five engineering and design teams, driving efficient acquisition of critical materials and services.
  • Direct the end-to-end RFQ and PR process, streamline workflows to accelerate project timelines, and secure optimal supplier agreements.
  • Executes precise PO creation, facilitating timely resource allocation, and ensuring adherence to budgetary guidelines.
  • Nurture key supplier relationships, securing critical partnerships, and negotiating favorable terms to support the unique material and service requirements for future vehicle designs.

Visual Merchandising Intern

Baycreek & Co
Erie, USA
11.2022 - 03.2023
  • Conducted in-depth research on emerging fashion trends and market analytics, directly informing and optimizing visual merchandising strategies for enhanced customer appeal.
  • Executed high-quality product photography and visual content creation for diverse promotional materials, significantly elevating merchandise presentation across marketing channels.
  • Initiated and implemented innovative strategies to enhance the overall customer shopping experience, contributing to increased engagement and brand loyalty.

Buying and Merchandising Assistant Intern

Paper Source
Chicago, USA
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Acquired data from primary or secondary data sources for use in analysis and trending.
  • Assisted with creating campaign and project presentations for executives.
  • Researched industry and competitor trends to maintain business relevance.
  • Partnered with buying teams to create seasonal strategies for departments related to KPIs.

Education

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Fashion Marketing Innovations

Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI
04.2023

Skills

  • Market & Trend Analysis
  • Vendor Relations & Negotiation
  • SAP Software Proficient
  • Retail Math
  • Gerber CAD Software

References

  • Holly Mosher, Professor, Eastern Michigan University, (734) 385-6117, hmosher@emich.edu
  • Barry Kinsey, Director of Workforce Development, Monroe County Community College - Mentor, (734) 693-9628, bkinsey@monroeccc.edu

Certification

Successful Negotiation: Essential Strategies and Skills

University of Michigan

Accomplishments

Best in Show - Eastern Michigan Senior Portfolio Show

Timeline

Buyer

Hyundai America Technical Center
03.2024 - Current

Visual Merchandising Intern

Baycreek & Co
11.2022 - 03.2023

Buying and Merchandising Assistant Intern

Paper Source
05.2022 - 08.2022

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Fashion Marketing Innovations

Eastern Michigan University