Tanya Meehan
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Sixteen years of corporate retail experience spanning buying and inventory management, with the past five years focused on financial analysis. Proficient in financial modeling, data analysis, and forecasting, leveraging strong analytical skills and a results-driven mindset. A reliable team collaborator, adaptable to evolving business needs, and committed to achieving organizational goals. Skilled in utilizing financial insights to drive strategic decision-making and enhance overall performance.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Retail Finance Analyst, Consumables
NEXCOM
Virginia Beach
05.2020 - Current
- Manage a $500M Food and Beverage business across multiple retail formats in over 300 locations worldwide, forecasting trends and addressing opportunities and challenges in Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
- Prepare and oversee budget plans using Excel and financial software, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and alignment with strategic financial goals.
- Develop class-level financial budgets for seasonal businesses, leveraging pre-season, in-season and core product analysis to guide buyers in achieving planned sales and margin objectives.
- Analyze raw financial data, translating complex figures into concise, actionable insights for stakeholders.
- Evaluate key variance drivers to support strategic planning and executive decision-making.
- Assist in developing business models and profitability strategies, ensuring sustainable growth.
- Investigate underperforming financial and operational areas, recommending strategies to optimize inventory, protect margins, and mitigate risks.
- Conduct monthly financial reviews, interpreting trends and financial performance against established targets, recommending improvements, and optimizing KPIs.
- Strengthen internal communication between finance teams and business units, fostering collaboration to align with strategic goals. Provide hands-on coaching to entry-level merchants, building a strong foundation in financial planning, reporting, and KPI management.
- Train and mentor new associates, leading financial training sessions on metrics, forecasting, and analysis.
Buyer, Beauty Care
NEXCOM
Virginia Beach
01.2019 - 05.2020
- Managed the $17M Beauty Care department across 150+ stores, achieving a 10% sales increase and 16% margin growth.
- Developed and executed corporate strategies to drive sales growth, optimize assortment, and enhance profitability.
- Led negotiations with national brand representatives, securing lower costs, margin protection, and exclusive special buy opportunities.
- Attended industry trade shows, collaborating with vendors and identifying emerging categories and products.
- Maintained and updated 100+ Planograms, conducting category reviews to ensure strategic alignment while safeguarding financial growth.
- Partnered with Financial Analysis and Inventory Planner to develop markdown and product movement strategies, optimizing sell-through and minimizing financial impact.
- Supervised and trained support staff, strategically assigning tasks to maximize efficiency and foster professional development.
Associate Buyer, Floorcare
NEXCOM
Virginia Beach
06.2017 - 01.2019
- Managed financial performance for a worldwide category, generating $10.3M in revenue and achieving +3.32% YoY growth.
- Led negotiations with national brand representatives to secure competitive pricing, reduce freight and shipping costs, and optimize profitability.
- Conducted category reviews to ensure balanced price points and product newness, enhancing the customer shopping experience.
- Developed and executed buying strategies to drive profitability and optimize inventory health.
Asst. Inventory and Financial Planner, Seasonal
NEXCOM
Virginia Beach
05.2014 - 05.2015
- Optimized inventory management by determining and maintaining appropriate stock levels, based on lead times to enhance supply chain efficiency.
- Validated and monitored plan-o-grams to enhance product placement and elevate profitability.
- Implemented strategic initiatives to maximize margin and optimize inventory investment on slow moving inventory.
- Drafted comprehensive financial plans establishing targets for sales, stock turn, and gross margin to drive profitability.
- Forecasted business performance by analyzing market trends and historical data to drive informed decision-making.
Assistant Buyer, Boy's 4-16 Apparel
NEXCOM
Virginia Beach
05.2015 - 06.2017
Assistant Buyer, Domestics (Bed,Bath and Kitchen)
NEXCOM
Virginia Beach
01.2009 - 05.2014
Assistant Buyer, Watches and Sunglasses
NEXCOM
Virginia Beach
05.2008 - 01.2009
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA12-2001
Skills
- Financial Planning & Forecasting
- Advanced Microsoft Excel Proficiency
- Strategic Problem-Solving
- Strong Analytical Skills
- Ad Hoc Reporting & Data Analysis
- Self-Motivated with Strong Initiative
- Effective Communication & Collaboration
Timeline
Retail Finance Analyst, Consumables
NEXCOM
05.2020 - Current
Buyer, Beauty Care
NEXCOM
01.2019 - 05.2020
Associate Buyer, Floorcare
NEXCOM
06.2017 - 01.2019
Assistant Buyer, Boy's 4-16 Apparel
NEXCOM
05.2015 - 06.2017
Asst. Inventory and Financial Planner, Seasonal
NEXCOM
05.2014 - 05.2015
Assistant Buyer, Domestics (Bed,Bath and Kitchen)
NEXCOM
01.2009 - 05.2014
Assistant Buyer, Watches and Sunglasses
NEXCOM
05.2008 - 01.2009
Bachelor of Science - Business
Old Dominion University