Tiffanee Green
Atlanta
Summary
Motivated Associate Buyer with significant experience in retail and supply chain operations. Possess strong analytical thinking, negotiation skills, and knowledge of market trends to drive product selection and inventory management. Proven ability to foster vendor relationships, streamline purchasing processes, and contribute to revenue growth.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Associate Buyer
Imagine Exhibitions
Atlanta
01.2022 - Current
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers to ensure favorable terms and conditions.
- Collaborated with established companies to produce merchandise that follows their licensing regulations.
- Managed inventory levels to maintain optimal stock for upcoming exhibitions and generated forecasts for future purchasing needs based on historical sales data.
- Coordinated logistics for the timely delivery of exhibition materials.
- Monitored supplier performance to ensure quality and reliability of products received.
- Assisted in the development of merchandising strategies that maximized profits while meeting customer demand.
- Resolved any discrepancies between purchase orders and invoices from suppliers.
- Toured vendor sites to better understand product costs and meet and establish partnerships.
- Spent time negotiating with suppliers regarding materials and products to obtain best pricing.
Store Manager
Palmetto Moon
08.2018 - 01.2022
- Led my team to currently have an 86% increase over last year's revenue.
- Lead my team to have the #1 store in the company for the month of June.
- Motivated and inspired employees to achieve ambitious sales goals.
- Cultivated a team culture resulting in KPIs consistently exceeding company metrics.
- Active listener to provide a development plan and one-on-one training for staff.
- Executed training programs and implemented effective merchandising techniques to enhance customer experience in new store locations.
- Traveled to support underperforming stores by providing on-site assistance and guidance.
- Flexible to travel for support stores in need.
- Achieved a promotion within two months of tenure.
Supervisor
Neely & Chloe
11.2017 - 04.2018
- Recruited to accelerate the growth of a new handbag store opening in Atlanta.
- Amplified Neely & Chloe’s brand and market positioning by managing the social media accounts and collaborating with influencers, bloggers, and other businesses to create awareness.
- Planned and executed marketing events and the store’s grand opening.
Store Manager
Jack Rogers
12.2012 - 11.2017
- Influenced record-breaking sales by planning and hosting a wildly successful trunk show.
- Answered an average of 40 customer service calls daily, resolving inquiries and enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Lead a team of seven, training and up-skilling employees to provide quality customer service and meet sales goals.
- Managed payroll, scheduling, supply ordering, and inventory to ensure smooth store operations.
- Answered an average of 40 customer service calls a day. Researched and solved customer inquiries.
- Managed administrative tasks including payroll, scheduling, ordering supplies and inventory.
- Earned three promotions due to dedication and contributions to team success.
- Boosted the revenue of an under-performing retail location by implementing innovative sales tactics.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA 08.2008 - 12.2012
Skills
- Merchandise development
- Cost negotiation
- Vendor Evaluation
- Inventory evaluation
- Market Analysis
- Visual Merchandising
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Logistical Support
- Microsoft Office
- Retail training
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Customer Service
Timeline
Associate Buyer
Imagine Exhibitions
01.2022 - Current
Store Manager
Palmetto Moon
08.2018 - 01.2022
Supervisor
Neely & Chloe
11.2017 - 04.2018
Store Manager
Jack Rogers
12.2012 - 11.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations
Kennesaw State University
08.2008 - 12.2012