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Mercedes Mincks: Senior Footwear Buyer in Las Vegas, NV

Mercedes Mincks

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Senior Footwear Buyer
Las Vegas | United States
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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)
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California State University Fullerton

B.A | 2006 - 2008

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