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Assistant Buyer - Hardgoods

Administration & Clerical

Offers experience in product development, category management/buying, and retail sales/marketing blended with special knowledge of the anatomy of movement. Brings background in sample inspection, quality evaluation, and costing approaches associated with items requiring durable fabrics, hardware, patches, and merchandisable packaging. Offers 7 years of experience in inventory management and analysis, floor planning, point-of-purchase merchandising, and discounting for independent fitness/athletics retailers. Motivated fitness and outdoor enthusiast with keen understanding of brands, consumers, and trends in the segment.

Responsible for 4 categories and 30 vendors. Researches new products, negotiates vendor
contracts, & completes quarterly line reviews.
• Introduced new brands & products, responsible for multiple private label products, as well
as, international purchasing and planning, maintaining inventory of items with 90-120 day
lead times.
• Accountable for private label USA Made dog beds, collars & leashes- ensures all materials
are USA made; purchases fabric, patches, and hardware. Discuses design, fiber fill and quality, and cost. Orders beds on monthly basis. Plans and efficiently deploys seasonal bed
line.
• Responsible for forecasting and maintaining efficient inventory for 105 store fronts.
• Researches trends by region to dedicate assortments to specific stores.
• Creates future promotions and analyzes data

• Lead local affiliate running group
• Event planning and participant support for local running events
• Delivered product presentations and product education to running groups and event clinics
• Supports sponsorship of Memphis Track Club

Community Outreach Director

Developed a pipeline of research subjects via personal outreach and direct mail to medical
clinics, physician offices, VA hospitals, rehabilitation centers, and dialysis clinics.
• Maintains relationships with research subjects for purposes of ongoing participant
retention and follow-up. Scheduled participant visits with physical therapists, study staff,
specialist, and principal investigators.
• Process informed consent documentation, collection of measurements and electronic data
entry.
• Produced improved and expanded relationships with various clinics and reached our study
participant goals.
• Developed extensive understanding of below the knee conditions and remedies, including
Ossur Proprio Prosthetics, ReWalk orthotic device, drop foot maladies, and fitness for total
knee replacements.

Research Coordinator - Preventive Medicine

• Planned, purchased, and managed inventory levels and turn for athletic apparel and accessories for 2 store fronts with revenue of $3.0M.
• Personally interfaced with sales representatives from Patagonia, North Face, Brooks,
Saucony, Nike, Mizuno, Oiselle, Asics, New Balance, Lucy, Sauce, Pistil, Smartwool, Feeture,
CEP, and Balega.
• Responsible for floor merchandising, discounts, and markdowns. Analyzed sales and stocking trends. Delivered product education at monthly staff meetings.
• Attended Summer and Winter Outdoor Retailer Trade Shows.
• Build Customer loyalty via product education and customer relationship management.
• Received training in analyzing the gait and foot mechanics of athletes. Assist and fit
customers for athletic shoes.

Buyer & Fit Specialist

Dual role as sales leader and buyer of apparel and accessories for independent athletic store
with $1.0M in annual sales.
• Managed inventory levels and turn as well as special orders for footwear
• Advised customers with footwear, apparel, and accessory purchases across diverse sports,
including running, wrestling, soccer tennis, and swimming.

Assistant Manager & Fit Specialist

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Kristen Leone: Assistant Buyer - Hardgoods in Memphis, TN

Kristen Leone

School of Science and Technology, The University of Tennessee