Tom Harkins
Category Management
Seattle,United States
Summary
Category Manager with over 7 years of industry experience. Strong acumen in executing spend strategies as part of company sourcing plan. Develops and executes category and commodity strategies, negotiates and awards supplier contracts and conducts commodity and supplier business reviews. Improves company profitability, asset management performance and supports improved customer delivery through thoughtful supply base network design.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Category Manager Over The Counter (OTC)
RITE AID
Renton, Wa
10.2021 - 02.2024
- Managed 5 subcategories in Over-the-Counter Drugs
- Drove sales growth by identifying emerging market trends and adjusting product assortments accordingly.
- Enhanced category performance by analyzing sales data and implementing strategic merchandising plans.
- Developed strong supplier relationships through effective communication and negotiation practices, resulting in improved product quality.
Category Manager Food & Beverage, Seasonal Merch
Bartell Drugs
Seattle, WA
02.2021 - 10.2021
- Increased overall category sales by developing and executing strategic merchandising plans.
- Reduced inventory costs through effective vendor negotiations and optimizing product assortments.
- Improved customer satisfaction by tailoring product offerings to meet specific market demands.
- Enhanced supplier relationships through regular communication and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
Category Manager Over the Counter (OTC)
Bartell Drugs
Seattle, WA
07.2020 - 02.2021
- Implemented data-driven pricing strategies to maximize profit margins while remaining competitive in the marketplace.
- Reduced inventory costs through effective vendor negotiations and optimizing product assortments.
- Increased overall category sales by developing and executing strategic merchandising plans.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop promotional campaigns that effectively increased category awareness and sales growth.
Associate Category Manager Candy & Seasonal Merch
Bartell Drugs
Seattle, WA
05.2017 - 07.2020
- Drove sales growth by identifying emerging market trends and adjusting product assortments accordingly.
- Conducted thorough market research, identifying new opportunities for expanding product offerings.
- Improved margin performance by negotiating favorable supplier contracts and optimizing cost structures.
- Optimized supply chain efficiency through proactive inventory management practices, reducing stockouts, and excess inventory levels.
Inventory Analyst/Replenishment Buyer
Bartell Drugs
07.2016 - 05.2017
- Improved inventory accuracy by conducting regular audits and implementing effective tracking systems.
- Streamlined the procurement process for better cost control through strategic supplier negotiations and contract management.
- Reduced stock discrepancies with thorough investigation of variances and prompt resolution of issues.
- Enhanced forecasting accuracy, utilizing advanced analytical tools to monitor demand patterns and optimize stock levels.
Planning & Allocation Analyst
Eddie Bauer
07.2013 - 07.2016
- Improved inventory management by implementing data-driven allocation strategies.
- Reduced stock-outs and overstock situations through accurate forecasting techniques.
- Enhanced supply chain efficiency by collaborating with cross-functional teams on demand planning.
- Supported store openings and expansions, ensuring timely merchandise delivery to meet deadlines.
Allocation Analyst/Replenishment Buyer
Super Supplements
08.2008 - 05.2013
- Ensured timely replenishment of high-demand items by monitoring sales patterns and adjusting allocations accordingly.
- Collaborated with merchandising teams to establish effective size profiles for each store location based on regional demographics.
- Evaluated vendor performance regularly, identifying opportunities for cost savings through improved shipping methods or lead times adjustments.
- Worked closely with buying teams to maximize product mix offering tailored to individual store''s customer base.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration and Management, General
City University of Seattle
01.2007
Skills
- Supply Chain Coordination
- Merchandising Strategies
- Space Planning
- Product Lifecycle Management
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Demand forecasting
- Promotional planning
- Financial Acumen
- New Product Introduction
- Data-driven decision-making
- Margin management
- Private label development
Timeline
Associate Category Manager Over The Counter (OTC)
RITE AID
10.2021 - 02.2024
Category Manager Food & Beverage, Seasonal Merch
Bartell Drugs
02.2021 - 10.2021
Category Manager Over the Counter (OTC)
Bartell Drugs
07.2020 - 02.2021
Associate Category Manager Candy & Seasonal Merch
Bartell Drugs
05.2017 - 07.2020
Inventory Analyst/Replenishment Buyer
Bartell Drugs
07.2016 - 05.2017
Planning & Allocation Analyst
Eddie Bauer
07.2013 - 07.2016
Allocation Analyst/Replenishment Buyer
Super Supplements
08.2008 - 05.2013
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration and Management, General
City University of Seattle
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