Deekshith Rao

Associate buyer provides direction during advertising turns-ins and proofing Provides correct information and inputs for point of sale signage and maintains integrity of quality of signage for ease of store execution level Creates and inputs advertising plan Establishes collaborative relationships with placement to ensure availability and the timely delivery of merchandise Monitors and maintains promotional performance Manages and controls the markdown process and communicates variances to the buyer Analyzes sales trend, key items, vendor profitability and aged inventory and makes recommendations for driving improved performance Assists in the development of product and negotiation to include cost, subsidy and terms Skills/Experience Requirements Merchandising, product and analytical skills Proficiency in the use of desktop applications and Windows-based programs Retail math literacy and application of concepts to daily operations Strong working knowledge of Assortment Planning, Clustering

Planning and developing merchandising strategies Analyzing sales figures, customers reactions and market trends to anticipate product needs Collaborating with buyers, suppliers, distributors and analysts to negotiate prices, quantities and time-scales

Independently provide high quality support that anticipates the needs of the Exec team Manage multiple complex calendars and scheduling of key team and individual meetings Coordinate domestic and international travel and understand time zones and visa requirements Preparation of expense reports and processing of purchase orders