Leslie Bonorden: Assistant Buyer in San Clemente, CA

• Focus on driving gross margin and sales by implementing weekly advertising and promotions. Order the right products at the right price based on sales history and market research. • Develop and implement marketing strategies - working extensively with the Product Development, Advertising and Visual Teams to develop a seamless omnichannel experience for the customer online and in-stores. • Create and maintain a close relationship with vendors to identify key consumer demands and develop products to satisfy customer needs.

• Worked closely with Store Managers to complete everyday duties such as interviewing, restocking shelves and counting inventory, while managing Store Associates • Oversaw the Children’s Department- analyzed category sales to determine growth opportunities and improved in-store visual merchandising.