Charlene Meere

Perform sales, sell-through and gross profit analysis to determine the success of product assortment and promotional programs. Use conclusions from analysis to make changes to current assortment and recommendations on future programs. Assist in planning, developing and executing strategies for $95 Million Paper category to ensure sales and gross profit targets are met Assist with retail, commercial & e-commerce promotional production, liaising with advertising services, other Category Managers along with Interiors, Small and Large Business Marketing

• Processed customer order requirements and placed purchase orders in AS400 system for all special orders and branch specific replenishment through to receipt by customer or distribution centers. • Expedited, followed-up with Vendors and updated AS400 with expected delivery dates to ensure optimal customer service. • Sourced, negotiated cost and provided all other relevant information for quotations received for non stock office supply products. • Resolved invoice discrepancies by working with Vendor representatives, Sales associates and Accounts Payable. • Resolved receiving discrepancies by identifying the problem and communicating the action both to the vendor and the Receiving Department of Grand & Toy • Reviewed specific reports to manage open purchase orders, out of stock product, EDI and fax errors etc.