Category Management	Lead category strategic initiatives focused on assortment optimization, product
differentiation, improving inventory efficiencies and growing private label
Financial Planning	penetration
Managed top down planning for $23MM quilting business by identifying optimal mix
Business Process of products needed to achieve financial goals
Inventory Management	Managed Associate Buyer, Assistant Buyer and Merchandising Coordinator for
quilting category and provided support with process/tool implementation, as well as eCommerce	individual development
Supported launch of private label in 2016 by on-boarding new manufacturing
Merchandising
partners and rolling out new tools/processes to effectively manage collection
Vendor Management	development and forecasting of raw materials to finished goods
Managed inventory planning for all initial purchases by utilizing historical data and eCommerce Platforms	future growth projections
Partnered closely with Planning team to determine reorders, manage inventory
Enterprise Retail Planning
turns and continuously improve forecasting accuracy
Data Analysis	Lead marketing collaboration by identifying key product stories and timing for site
landing pages, email and social promotions
Microsoft Excel	Contributed to site merchandising strategy for quilting category with emphasis on
maximizing sell page conversion, driving average order value and optimizing
Leadership Skills
customer experience through site navigation, product content and photography
Communication
eCommerce Buyer, Bluprint (formerly Craftsy)	Denver, CO
Creative Problem Solving

Senior eCommerce Buyer

Developed seasonal product assortment for all footwear, accessories and apparel to drive $70MM in annual sales for the Americas eCommerce business
Forecasted inventory for all styles each season, determined receipt flow and
managed reorder process to meet in stock rates of 95%+ Evaluated forecasting accuracy weekly and identified action plans for chasing over
performing styles and moving through underperforming styles
Managed pricing strategy by identifying markdowns based on sell- through, planned
end of life dates and company excess inventory position
Selected to participate in cross functional team that focused on identifying and removing barriers throughout the business

eCommerce Buyer/Demand Planner, Crocs

Supported Buyer with assortment plans for retail stores by strategic placement of styles by store location and size
Allocated and tracked all initial product orders from multiple manufacturing
sources to Crocs retail stores
Forecasted and planned inventory receipt flow in footwear, accessories and apparel for eCommerce business

Assistant Buyer

Responsible for product sourcing, development and pricing strategy for concepts
Analyzed show results and utilized findings to develop the right balance of product
assortment to maximize sales for future shows
Managed inventory levels by forecasting opening orders, identifying markdowns and negotiating RTV's with vendors
Managed reorder process by ensuring top performing items were placed on reorder or redeveloped with new colors or design modifications
Partnered with buying team on category planning and development to drive sales across all media

Associate Buyer

Managed Invicta Brand, which reached $100M in 2009, an 86% increase over the prior year
Assisted with product development and assortment planning for live shows
Corresponded with vendors regarding product development, pricing and shipping
Partnered with buying team to develop category plans, calendar hours and monthly
forecast
Managed monthly budget by tracking all purchase orders and ensuring maximum
allocated dollars were utilized without exceeding budget

Assistant Buyer - Watches

Find out detailed information about Mandy Cunningham,  in Denver, CO

Mandy Cunningham: in Denver, CO

Mandy Cunningham

Bluprint

Self Starter

Retail & eCommerce, Crocs

Gemstones/Fine Jewelry, EVINE Live

Gemstones/Fine Jewelry, EVINE Live