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May 6, 2024

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Merchandise Buyer Resume Sample (Full Text Version)

Bruno Berry

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Phone: 555-555-5555

PROFILE

Dynamic and results-driven Merchandise Buyer with over 8 years of experience in merchandise planning and purchasing roles. Expert in achieving objectives, conducting strong forecasting, and analyzing data to drive organizational success. Skilled in restructuring operations and implementing innovative marketing strategies to drive high-volume sales. Proven ability to enhance sales and inventory performance for profitable turnarounds. Adept at building relationships, communicating effectively with stakeholders, and delivering exceptional client service. Highly organized, proactive, and detail-oriented with a track record of meeting and exceeding metrics. Capable of working under pressure, proposing creative solutions, and resolving conflicts positively.

EXPERIENCE

09/2015 - 09/2019, Merchandise Buyer, Bealls, Inc., New York, NY, USA

Monitored market trends to ensure dynamic and consistent product flow and increase profitability.
Negotiated terms with vendors, created and developed marketing partnerships for product-specific events, and developed sales training tools.
Managed the relationship with internal customers, partnering with them to positively influence spending decisions and analyze business recommendations.
Built understanding of the business needs within local business groups.
Managed vendors to ensure timely deliveries and quality compliance.
Developed, designed, and executed buying plans and sales strategies that contributed to achieving a National ranking of 26th out of nearly 500 dealers.
Utilized data and self-sourcing techniques to identify and recruit Key Buyers for Buyer program at one of ITE’s Exhibitions.
Maintained regular telephone contact with prospective Key Buyers to increase registrations.
Provided excellent customer service, utilizing a proactive and creative approach.

EDUCATION & TRAINING

09/2014 - 06/2015, Master of Business Administration, University of Michigan, New York, NY, USA

Achieved a perfect GPA of 4.00 during Master of Business Administration program.

09/2010 - 08/2014, Bachelor of Science in Accounting, UNIVERSITY OF NY, Heidelberg, Germany

STRENGTHS

Problem-solving

Drive Results

Accuracy

Analytical Mindset

Ability to Identify Issues

Prioritizing

Developing Solutions

HOBBIES

Video & Production

Music

Movies

Milan Šaržík, CPRW

Certified Professional Résumé Writer

Milan’s work-life has been centered around job search for the past three years. He is a Certified Professional Résumé Writer (CPRW™) as well as an active member of the Professional Association of Résumé Writers & Careers Coaches (PARWCC™). Milan holds a record for creating the most career document samples for our help center – until today, he has written more than 500 resumes and cover letters for positions across various industries. On top of that, Milan has completed studies at multiple well-known institutions, including Harvard University, University of Glasgow, and Frankfurt School of Finance and Management.

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