Amy Adame

Experience

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  Smart & Final

  Mar 2010 - Sept 2014

  Store Associate, Key Holder

  • Assisted with merchandising floor sets, according to company protocols• Supervised and trained new sales associates on store processes and ensured all associates maintained an open line of communication • Delegated tasks and responsibilities to appropriate colleagues during shifts • Demonstrated the ability to professionally interact with customers from diverse cultures and backgrounds, always going the extra mile• Analyzed customer’s need and emphasized products accordingly• Maintained a clean and friendly work environment• Provided personalized service to help customers find what they are looking for• Easily handled cash, check, and credit card transactions at the POS system• Responsible for reconciling receipts and monies at the end of each shift Show less

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  Smart & Final

  Jul 2015 - Dec 2022

  · Managing and executing the promotional strategy managing DC assortment and working to support the business planning tasks with suppliers · Using analysis of both internal and syndicated data, manufacturer input and expertise, commodity reports, trade and consumer trends.· Rationalize assortment to maximize sales while controlling cost of carrying inventory, shrink, and spoilage in assigned categories · Lead on improving/reviewing current inventory and service level. Doing this by reviewing orders, out-of-stocks, excess inventory, etc.· Create and developing reports to gather better insights into the categories for the entire buying team· Assist all buyers in any ordering or vendor related issues as well as mentoring in best buying practices · Extracts and analyzes internal and external data, interprets results and makes recommendations/decisions to management based on this analysis. · Assists Category Management on promotional and seasonal forecasts, analysis, distribution quantities and sell through. · Assists Replenishment Buyers in managing inventory turns, service level, order cycles, deal implementation and general supply chain practices. · Responsible for Category Management in the sales, net contribution, and other objectives of a given category including: ·Negotiates with vendors for cost of goods, promotional dollars, rebates, delivery terms, payment terms and growth incentives within corporate guidelines Show less · Review condition of warehouse inventory levels, and item status on a daily basis, and places orders or makes other adjustments, as needed.· Controls and maintains necessary system and logistical information to ensure that normal, promotional and investment product inventory flow meets or exceeds objectives such as inventory turns and service level.· Shares gross margin objective with Category Manager, through their influence on timely price change maintenance, inventory position relative to market conditions, and promotional allowances.· Performs all system input required to initiate new items and vendors, and performs all necessary changes to maintain accuracy of essential information such as cost, allowance, promotional, pack, size, UPC, etc.· Responsible for ensuring that all systems maintenance is either transmitted or communicated accurately to other divisions and departments (Operations, Marketing, Accounting, Warehouses, etc.)· Tracks and directs inbound freight and orders. Makes necessary changes to accommodate market changes and ensures that all information is accurate. and products arrive in the most cost effective manner possible. Show less • Responsible for the execution of everyday and promotional pricing. • Audited and implemented competitive pricing related data through surveys and analysis• Administered the creation, deletion and closure of promotional events on a daily basis while working with Marketing, Merchandising and Buying Departments to ensure price data integrity for promotional events. • Ensured accuracy of daily price change activity and maintained general correspondence with stores who made general inquiries to the Pricing Department• Review system-generated pricing recommendations (base price, promotion and/or markdown) for accuracy and alignment to Category strategy. Provide analysis for review by Category Manager and Assistant Category Manager for execution on final pricing • Research and work with the Buying to resolve pricing issues as reported by stores and/or system-generated reports Show less • Maintain data integrity by auditing existing information, proofreading work in order to ensure accuracy and data formatting• Maintain detailed Excel database, and update new products or price changes daily• Track purchase amounts on a monthly and quarterly basis for each customer• Provide reporting and documentation of pricing structure • Act as the point of contact for all pricing inquiries from multiple departments• Provide heavy administrative support to Pricing Manager, and act as gatekeeper Show less • Responsible for all administrative duties in the Data Integrity Department• Assist stores on all issues that arise regarding scanning and ordering, and updating systems when necessary• Guaranteed that all paperwork was prepared and entered quickly and efficiently• Maintain a database of detailed information required to manage the flow of all products sold in stores• Serve as a liaison between multiple departments• Collaborate with several department representatives on new and remodel projects• Create and maintain relationships with vendors who supply items and information in MDR Show less • Responsible for all SSA database maintenance• Functioned as the primary liaison with merchandising specialists, vendors, and store representatives• Positively impacted sales and operational efficiency by ensuring utilization of top data quality in the creation of schematics• Established relationships and communication channels through multiple departments and ensured that all milestones were met• Enhanced merchandising strategy design and rollout by delivering expert category management recommendations• Responsible for reset schematic processing • Facilitated tracking of daily progress with the creation of check and balance record system Show less

  • Associate Category Manager

    Dec 2021 - Dec 2022

  • Beverage Replenishment Buyer

    Jun 2017 - Dec 2021

  • Pricing Analyst

    Sept 2016 - Jun 2017

  • Pricing Specialist

    Feb 2016 - Sept 2016

  • Data Management Specialist

    Sept 2014 - Feb 2016

  • Systematic Schematic Authorization Supervisor (Temp)

    Jul 2015 - Nov 2015
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  UNFI

  Dec 2022 - now

  Category Manager

  • Manage the merchandising strategy for assigned categories, to include product assortment, costs, promotional activity, and shelf allocation to drive sales.• Managing vendor relationships, vendor funding, and category assortment to drive sales and margin.• Create category business plans by utilizing diverse resources, such as data analysis, manufacturer insights, commodity reports, and customer input.• Maintain relevant assortment necessary to meet retail customer needs, including regional and local brands and unique demographic requirements.• Rationalize SKU assortment to maximize sales while controlling cost of carrying inventory, shrink and spoilage.• Actively participate in promotional planning process, including Weekly Ads, Selling shows, Region programs, Long Term Promotional Pricing (SED) and Temporary Price Reductions• Engage in negotiations with brokers and vendors regarding all elements of category merchandising strategies.• Maintain relevant assortment necessary to meet retail customer needs, including regional and local brands and unique demographic requirements.• Develop and manage communication to retail sales team for all selling programs and category management initiatives.• Seeks assistance to boost sales profitability, surpassing retail customer expectations and outperforming market competition Show less