Entry Level Buyer Resume

If you enjoy shopping, then the buyer job is for you. When you are into this profession, you will work with retail stores that sell lifestyle products. The job opportunity is also available with fashion designers who run their own boutiques. You will work with the merchandiser and purchase right products for sale that are hot favorite among consumers. Sometimes, you have to take key decisions on your own. Your responsibilities will be to see the store do not stock products that is not in vogue. Further, you have to keep yourself updated with the changing market trends and taste of consumers. It may happen that something that is in demand a few months ago will be outdated at present. Therefore, collecting feedback from customers and having a closer attention towards the market trends are must for the job.

Sample Entry Level Buyer Resume

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Zenia L. Gonzales
1989 Thrash Trail
Sandy Creek, TX 75783
Phone: 903-629-6055
Email: zlgonzales@example.com

Career Objective:

Interested in working as an entry-level buyer with a leading fashion retail store and help the merchandiser in stocking right products and control inventory.

Summary of Skills:

• Strong interest in fashion industry
• Excellent knowledge of all the fashion accessories for women
• Strong negotiation and leadership skills
• Excellent communication, organization, and analytical skills
• Skilled in working with computers and providing fashion presentations to customers
• Superior math, surveying, and interpersonal skills

Work Experience:

Intern Merchandiser Buyer
Fashion Flair, Sandy Creek, TX
April 2016 - Present

• Maintaining accurate details on stock in the store and filling out requisition form
• Referring fashion magazines and recommending purchase of products
• Interacting with customers in the store and taking feedback on products and learning their demands and taste
• Coordinating with suppliers and fashion designers and negotiating on price
• Assisting customers in the store to buy the products they are looking for
• Inspecting the quality of purchased goods and returning sub-standard and damaged goods to suppliers

Trainee Merchandiser Buyer
Glam Shot Store, Sandy Creek, TX
October 2015 - March 2016

• Proposed new processes for buying goods from suppliers
• Searched and purchased quality products for the store and attracted customers with fine displays
• Purchased materials according to the consumers' and season's demands
• Prepared and implemented budget and succeeded in controlling stock
• Placed orders with suppliers and ensured products are displayed in the store in time
• Provided personalized services to customers and gained their confidence

Education:

• High School Diploma
  St. Mary's School, Sandy Creek, TX
  2013

• Diploma in Fashion Designing
  ABC Technical Institute, Sandy Creek, TX
  2015

Reference:

On request.