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Kelli Tumiello

Chicago,Illinois

Summary

Enthusiastic and highly motivated retail professional with 10 years buying experience in both e-commerce and brick and mortar environments. Category experience ranges from Fashion Accessories to Seasonal Outdoor to Home Goods Categories. I am a passionate team leader with strengths in communication and organizational management.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Buyer

GROUPON
05.2021 - 07.2024
  • Managed high-visibility categories within Home Goods: Mattresses & Big-Ticket, $10MM+ annual revenue
  • Generated 15% volume growth in 2023 through new marketing assets and strategic initiatives
  • Achieved an 11% improvement in efficiency metrics and improved product rating score by 6% in 2023
  • Drove volume through targeted email sends, curated product collections and affiliate marketing campaigns
  • Facilitated market competitiveness and better margin support through supplier negotiations
  • Analyzed product landscapes and pricing dynamics to secure a quality assortment
  • Utilized reporting systems such as SQL, Tableau and Optimus to interpret data and execute sales plans

Buyer

GROUPON
10.2019 - 05.2021
  • Managed comprehensive category control for Home Goods: Basic Bedding
  • Exhibited leadership skills through business plan presentations
  • Expanded vendor network by scouting and onboarding new partners to drive business development
  • Collaborated with inventory manager to identify volume drivers, execute buys and manage sell-through
  • Participated in industry trade shows to strengthen connections with leading partners and brands

Associate Buyer

GROUPON
03.2018 - 10.2019
  • Sourced innovative products to amplify category offering in the Home Goods: Basic Bedding segment
  • Coordinated with vendors, merchants and distribution center to ensure timely deliveries
  • Teamed with departments across marketing, logistics, operations and compliance to enhance top line growth
  • Tracked KPIs and growth opportunities with the use of various product management systems

Global Associate Buyer

CLAIRE'S, INC.
12.2016 - 02.2018
  • Provided analytical, creative and managerial support to Global Buyer
  • Implemented complete business plans for Icing's seasonal accessory line
  • Secured optimal pricing by negotiating with domestic and international vendors
  • Took informed risks with product development based on relative market trends to source innovative assortments

Global Assistant Buyer

CLAIRE'S, INC.
04.2015 - 12.2016
  • Supported daily operations for Global Buyer and Global Associate Buyer to maintain workflow efficiency
  • Built and maintained connections with key product suppliers
  • Managed sample approval processes for consistent quality assurance
  • Analyzed sales data to identify key volume drivers

Education

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - Fashion Merchandising, Marketing

YOUNGSTOWN STATE UNIVERSITY
Youngstown, OH
05.2013

Skills

  • Product Procurement
  • Trend Forecasting & Assessment
  • Account Management & Retention
  • Competitive Sourcing
  • Data & Market Analysis
  • Team Leadership
  • Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, Powerpoint
  • Supplier Negotiations

Accomplishments

  • Groupon Mentorship Program (2022-2024)
  • Groupon Tools & Processes Committee (2021-2024)
  • Groupon Customer Service Committee (2018-2019)
  • Claire's Social Media Buying Representative (2017-2018)

Timeline

Senior Buyer

GROUPON
05.2021 - 07.2024

Buyer

GROUPON
10.2019 - 05.2021

Associate Buyer

GROUPON
03.2018 - 10.2019

Global Associate Buyer

CLAIRE'S, INC.
12.2016 - 02.2018

Global Assistant Buyer

CLAIRE'S, INC.
04.2015 - 12.2016

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - Fashion Merchandising, Marketing

YOUNGSTOWN STATE UNIVERSITY

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