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Stephanie Marizan
Assistant Buyer
Union City,NJ
Summary
Dynamic Assistant Buyer proficient in negotiating with vendors, managing inventory and using data analysis to better understand product metrics. Coordinated and detailed professional with 8+ years of experience fostering timely delivery of merchandise and keeping accurate track of product flow. Hardworking and passionate with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level buyer's position. Ready to help achieve company and team goals.
Overview
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Easy Pickins IncNew York, NY
Assistant Buyer
11.2013 - Current
Job overview
- Guarantee timely delivery of merchandise through consistent communication with distribution centers and vendors.
- Negotiate prices, discount terms and transportation arrangements for merchandise.
- Analyze sales data and conducted competitor research to efficiently order merchandise according to sales trends.
- Research and evaluate market trends through online sources, customer feedback and competitor shopping.
- Implement consolidations and markdowns to promote higher gross margins.
- Maintain focus and organization to regularly complete tasks with precision, timeliness and flexibility to accommodate fluctuating assignments and emerging business trends.
- Generate reports detailing sales trends and store performances.
- Oversaw procurement of products and apparel for 25+ retail chain store
Easy Pickins Inc New York, NY
Retail Keyholder
09.2009 - 11.2013
Job overview
- Balanced cash registers at end of shift and filled out necessary reports.
- Opened and closed store at proper times for reliable services.
- Oversaw regular store cleaning of shelves, backrooms and racks.
- Rearranged racks and shelving based on seasonal planograms.
- Assisted store cashiers during peak sales times.
- Worked with store manager to create employee schedules.
- Effectively allocated tasks during high-traffic times to keep operations running smoothly and employees focused.
Chuck E CheeseNorth Bergen, NJ
Birthday Party Hostess
10.2008 - 09.2009
Job overview
- Reset party rooms between events by collecting trash, wiping down surfaces and sweeping floor.
- Kept facilities clean and prepared party areas promptly for upcoming events.
- Anticipated needs and responded promptly to guests' requests to maximize satisfaction.
- Helped clients plan themed events for young children and milestone birthday parties.
- Maintained party areas during busy events for as many as 50 guests
Education
William Paterson University of New JerseyWayne, NJ
Bachelor of Arts from Business Communications
05.2024
Bergen Community CollegeParamus, NJ
from Health Sciences
05.2012
Hudson County Schools of Technology County PrepJersey City, NJ
High School Diploma
06.2009
Skills
- Data Analysis
- Product Development Collaboration
- Wholesale Merchandise Buying
- Quality Specifications Adherence
- Merchandise Selection
- Ordering and Purchasing
- Price Negotiation
- Organization
- Data Entry
- Seasonal Promotions
- Competitive Sourcing
- Return Merchandise Authorization
- Invoice Payment Authorization
- Markdown Recommendations
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Timeline
Assistant Buyer
Easy Pickins Inc
11.2013 - Current
Retail Keyholder
Easy Pickins Inc
09.2009 - 11.2013
Birthday Party Hostess
Chuck E Cheese
10.2008 - 09.2009
William Paterson University of New Jersey
Bachelor of Arts from Business Communications
Bergen Community College
from Health Sciences
Hudson County Schools of Technology County Prep
High School Diploma
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