Amanda Kerrigan
Lowell,MA
Summary
Energetic professional with extensive experience at Potpourri Group Inc., excelling in vendor relationships and data analysis. Proven track record in enhancing customer experience through strategic product selection and effective price negotiation. Adept at fostering teamwork and collaboration, driving successful catalog production, and mentoring team members for a positive work environment.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Buyer
Potpourri Group Inc.
05.2022 - Current
- Improve overall customer experience by assisting in selecting a diverse product assortment that is catered to consumer preferences, styles, and price points.
- Apply strong analytical skills using reporting to evaluate category sales and drive better-informed buying decisions.
- Enhance vendor relationships by negotiating product costing and deliveries.
- Visit market showrooms to discover emerging trends and establish connections with existing and potential vendors.
- Collaborate with other company departments to ensure a timely catalog production schedule.
- Assists in overseeing creative layouts, copy and photography.
Assistant Buyer
Potpourri Group Inc.
10.2019 - 05.2022
- Assisted in selecting new and sister catalog product that aligned with customer preferences.
- Communicated with vendors to negotiate best costing on accessories, jewelry and hard goods.
- Collaborated with Creative Department to produce new t-shirt designs.
- Prepared and maintained required spreadsheets and reporting for meetings.
- Acted as a mentor to Merchandising Assistant to help promote a positive work atmosphere.
Merchandising Assistant/Team Lead
Potpourri Group Inc.
09.2014 - 10.2019
- Instructed new assistants and facilitated effective training strategies on catalog production procedures.
- Built, edited and maintained assortment spreadsheets.
- Created new product selected by the buyer in Ecometry and sent early buys to control buyer for purchase.
- Effectively proofed layouts, copy and catalog website.
- Maintained good relationships with vendors regarding product and tracked samples for photography.
Education
Associate of Arts - Accounting
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ01-2008
Skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Accurate record keeping
- Data analysis
- Problem-solving
- Vendor relationships
- Price negotiation
- Proficient in Excel
- Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
Associate Buyer
Potpourri Group Inc.
05.2022 - Current
Assistant Buyer
Potpourri Group Inc.
10.2019 - 05.2022
Merchandising Assistant/Team Lead
Potpourri Group Inc.
09.2014 - 10.2019
Associate of Arts - Accounting
University of Phoenix
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