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Brandee Brough

Red Deer

Summary

Accomplished Category Manager with a proven track record at Peavey Industries, adept in strategic category development and fostering supplier partnerships. Excelled in optimizing competitive pricing and employing effective merchandising techniques, leading to significant sales growth. Demonstrates strong data analysis skills alongside empathetic customer engagement, ensuring both operational excellence and enhanced customer satisfaction.

Demonstrated leadership capabilities with direct and indirect employee groups. Employs tact, sound judgment and maintains professional demeanor in communication and relationships with others while striving to deliver best quality in daily work.

Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.

Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure Category Manager position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Category Manager

Peavey Industries
03.2013 - 01.2025
  • Developed detailed sales forecasts based on historical data, allowing for proactive inventory management decisions.
  • Managed a diverse portfolio of products, ensuring optimal mix between high-margin items and cost-effective options for customers.
  • Monitored industry trends to identify new business opportunities and emerging product categories for expansion.
  • Reduced inventory costs through effective vendor negotiations and optimizing product assortments.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop promotional campaigns that effectively increased category awareness and sales growth.
  • Analyzed sales performance and adjusted marketing strategies to optimize revenue generation.
  • Enhanced supplier relationships through regular communication and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
  • Fostered positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating collaboratively with customers.
  • Benchmarked category performance against industry standards, identifying areas for improvement and implementing targeted initiatives.
  • Coordinated with store operations teams to ensure proper execution of merchandising plans at the store level, driving consistent brand presentation across all locations.
  • Increased overall category sales by developing and executing strategic merchandising plans.
  • Established strong rapport with suppliers, leading to favorable contract terms and better access to exclusive products or promotions.
  • Maximized category turnover through proactive management strategies.
  • Optimized inventory levels, minimizing stockouts while reducing excess inventory.
  • Managed product recalls efficiently, minimizing impact on brand reputation and customer trust.

Pharmacy Assistant

IDA
08.2008 - 02.2013
  • Kept pharmacy counter and related areas clean, neat and organized.
  • Answered telephones and provided information about order status, store hours and pharmacy procedures.
  • Greeted customers and responded to questions with friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Demonstrated professionalism and empathy when handling sensitive patient situations, preserving confidentiality at all times.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service through active listening skills and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Received deliveries of medication shipments, verifying contents against invoices while adhering to proper storage protocols.
  • Supported inventory management, ensuring proper stock levels and expiration date monitoring for medication safety.
  • Merchandised over-the-counter goods and rotated stock.
  • Assisted pharmacy staff with preparing medications and filling orders.

Education

Leadership Training - Educational Leadership And Management

Avalon
Red Deer, AB
01-2016

Diploma - Pharmacy

Academy of Learning Career College
Red Deer, AB
07-2008

Skills

  • Data Analysis
  • Strategic Category Development
  • Supplier Partnership Development
  • Sales Demand Forecasting
  • Competitive Pricing Optimization
  • Effective Merchandising Techniques
  • Retail Merchandising
  • Product Strategy Development
  • Skilled in Contract Negotiation

Accomplishments

Managed Household, Decor, Giftware, Homesteading and Confectionary. During the time i managed these categories raised the sales nationally from 18M to 32M over 2 years. Ensuring i was sourcing current trends and aligning pricing for best possible sell through at the end of each quarter. My honest approach with vendors and suppliers has resulted in strongly built relationships. 

Timeline

Category Manager

Peavey Industries
03.2013 - 01.2025

Pharmacy Assistant

IDA
08.2008 - 02.2013

Leadership Training - Educational Leadership And Management

Avalon

Diploma - Pharmacy

Academy of Learning Career College
Brandee Brough