Vanessa Campuzano
Lopatcong,NJ
Summary
Proactive Assistant Buyer with excellent time management skills to multi-task while working within deadlines and time constraints. Offering 10+ years of hands-on experience in retail operations. Proficient in budgeting, inventory management, and merchandising. Disciplined professional committed to driving sales goals and ensuring smooth functioning of any department.
Skilled at building atmosphere of collaboration and performance excellence to provide every customer with exceptional experiences and promote brand loyalty. Effectively oversee and align processes with dynamic conditions while increasing efficiency and maximizing profits. SKilled at building relationships with customers, employees, and senior management.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Buyer
Christmas Tree Shops
Union , NJ
2018.05 - Current
- Guaranteed timely delivery of merchandise through consistent communication with distribution centers and vendors.
- Negotiated prices, discount terms and transportation arrangements for merchandise.
- Analyzed sales data and conducted competitor research to efficiently order merchandise according to sales trends.
- Researched and evaluated market trends through online sources, customer feedback and competitor shopping.
- Negotiated policies and contracts with vendors to achieve optimal pricing and consistent availability.
- Developed and improved account relationships.
Department Manager
Urban Outfitters
Red Bank , NJ
2017.09 - 2018.05
- Managed inventory and receiving operations to maintain optimal stock levels and meet expected demands.
- Worked actively with management team to create daily and weekly sales plans based on weekly sales trends.
- Communicated with managers of other departments to maintain transparency.
- Motivated associates to consistently deliver effective selling behaviors through coaching and recognition.
- Partnered with merchandising team to plan and execute floor moves, merchandise placement and overall sales set-up.
- Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
Assistant Store Manager
Ulta Beauty
Watchung , NJ
2015.05 - 2017.09
- Maintained positive customer relationships by responding quickly to customer service inquiries.
- Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
- Responded to customer concerns, working with manager to significantly raise customer satisfaction ratings.
- Supervised and evaluated staff, enabling them to improve skills, achieve daily objectives and attain advancement.
- Interviewed, hired and trained staff associates and equipped to comply with company policies and procedures.
- Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
- Provided weekly work schedules to employees to accommodate business demands and vacation requests.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Kean University
Union, NJ05.2015
Skills
- Sales Records Analysis
- Customer Needs Identification
- Merchandise Selection
- Trend Assessment
- Assortment Planning
- Product Development Collaboration
- Consumer Buying Patterns
- Data Analysis
- Supplier Relations
- Price Negotiation
Languages
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Assistant Buyer
Christmas Tree Shops
2018.05 - Current
Department Manager
Urban Outfitters
2017.09 - 2018.05
Assistant Store Manager
Ulta Beauty
2015.05 - 2017.09
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Kean University
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