Buyer with an accomplished career known for delivering customer satisfaction with creative item selection and development that lead to strong financial results year after year. Exceptional communicator, strong negotiation skills, exceptional problem-solving abilities, and a keen customer needs assessment aptitude. Aggressively identify opportunities, develop focus, and provide tactical business solutions.  Strategic & Tactical Sales Planning  Promotional Planner  Item/Category Development and Management  Target Marketing & Penetration  Inventory Control Team Training/Supervision  P&L / Financial Reporting  Competitive Sales Analysis  Budget Management  Inventory Distribution Control  Broker / Vendor Communications  Project Formulation/ Supervision  Sales Presentations / Closing  Contract Negotiations