Hilary Zalar

Supply Chain Consultant Retail Sector

2018 – 2022

Offer supply chain support for clients in the retail and wholesale sector. Address multiple clients’ needs, from inventory analysis and business development to process improvements and financial forecasting. Optimization of integrated supply chain to maximize efficiencies and savings Advise on the inventory management process within distribution centers Evaluate e-commerce platforms to improve customer experience

Purchasing Manager

2019 – 2021

Identified areas of opportunity within the internal buying process and implemented a more efficient and sustainable purchasing program Evaluated and implemented a new ERP system to streamline purchases Lead strategic initiatives to become an environmentally conscious and sustainable workplace Managed capital investments for a $20M expansion, along with other multiple other projects Oversaw the operational budgets for 8 departments

Showroom Assistant

2014 – 2020

Obtaining, organizing, and distributing all company/brand press and editorials • Organized layout to effectively display showroom samples • Presented upcoming product lines to potential buyers • Developed cohesive relationships with industry professionals and enthusiasts, further strengthening O’Neill’s brand presence

Retail Buyer III

2016 – 2018

Managed the inventory of 22 retail locations Performed weekly analysis of financial and inventory performance to reach sales goals Forecasted industry trends to maximize profitability. As a result, increased profitability by $36K Analyzed merchandise performance to monitor statistical objectives, adapt inventory as needed, and increase sales volume. Merchandise analysis resulted in the savings of $28K YOY. Implemented new purchasing standards with 25+ vendors

Assistant Buyer/Replenishment Coordinator

2012 – 2016

Assisted Senior Buyers with forecasting, assortment planning and seasonal purchases Managed merchandise assortment, vendor relations and merchandising for 53 retail locations Reducing aged inventory by 60% in a 2 yr period by adjusting the seasonal flow of products Operated as team leader responsible for communicating financial strategies to vendors and department heads Negotiated wholesale pricing and vendor margins, resulting in a 30% increase in gross margin rate Trained, supervised and developed staff of three consisting of merchandise assistants and interns

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