Mercedes Mincks: Senior Footwear Buyer in Las Vegas, NV
Mercedes Mincks
Senior Footwear Buyer
Las Vegas | United States
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Fashion
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Skate
Streetwear
Surf
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Zappos Family of Companies
Senior Footwear Buyer | 05/2010 - Current
Responsible for a 30+ brand portfolio at $35 million annually with a successful 25% Y/Y increase
Management responsibility for Assistant Buyer & Merchandising Assistants. Oversee portfolios, vendor communication, detailed buys and all planning aspects.
Received 4 promotions through tenure by exceeding plan and taking on more responsibility within five portfolios
Maintain gross margin, turn, and sell through by negotiating discounts with vendors (exclusives, special make ups, close out opportunities etc.)
Calculate open-to-buy in order to administer reorders to sustain inventory levels
Negotiate Co-op from vendors and work closely with Brand Marketing Dept. to
ensure brand exposure on the website throughout the year.
Perform merchandising and planning duties such as creating future sales plans and reforecasting current sales plans
Attend trade shows in order to detail buys for upcoming seasons. (WWD Magic, Platform, Project, MICAM, Premier Class and FFANY)
Education history
California State University Fullerton
B.A | 2006 - 2008
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