Hollander Norwood: ASSISTANT BUYER in Carmel, IN

Procure and purchase merchandise for over 800 colleges including Harvard, Columbia, and Yale. Frequently requested to lead product development and provide consultation for vendors on new products. Examine sales results across multiple departments and identify future seasonal strategies and marketing opportunities. Based on weekly sales review, 40% of my purchases are consistently ranked in the top twenty items sold.

Monitored all purchase requisitions and handled adjustments with vendors. Maintained consistent email communication with suppliers to confirm and track orders and verify price revisions on purchase orders. Communicated with vendors regarding inventory needs and negotiated prices to maintain profit margins. Maintained focus and organization to regularly complete tasks with precision, timeliness and flexibility to accommodate fluctuating assignments and emerging business trends.

Work with domestic and international vendors to obtain product and service information, such as price, availability, specifications, and delivery schedule. Collaborates with Account Executives to support the purchase order process from end-to-end, including but not limited to entry, maintenance, and resolving issues. Established cross-functional relationships in order to effectively grow and maintain business and financial expectations. Develop a working knowledge of Buying functions including sourcing and developing an assortment, vendor management, sales analysis and product exposure strategies across all channels.