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Margaret Potoczny

Mississauga,ON

Summary

Superb verbal and written communication skills Ability to organize, prioritize and work well under pressure Proven relationship-builder with exceptional interpersonal and customer service skills Thrive in difficult situations where tact and professionalism is required Highly analytical thinker with demonstrated talent for identifying and streamlining complex work processes Highly detail-oriented, results-driven achiever with exemplary planning and organizational skills Reliable self-starter who is highly motivated and takes initiative Detail-oriented professional with strong background in purchasing, vendor management and inventory control. Proven track record of identifying cost savings opportunities and developing and executing strategies to maximize sales and profits. Considered valuable asset to any team.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Category Specialist

Rexall Pharmacy Group LTD.
01.2017 - Current
  • Responsible for Monitor / implementation of pricing strategies and review regional competitive price checks per direction of Category Manager
  • Coordinate Planogram planning and implementation to align with Category Management strategies including optimal product mix, samples, timing, shelf placement, adjacencies, corporate brand placement, growth outcomes, product distribution,and store communication
  • Reduced costs for the company through strategic negotiations with suppliers and vendors.
  • Conduct category reviews and financial reviews
  • Coordinate seasonal programs
  • Arranges communication of category activities both internally and to stores
  • Conduct weekly flyer proofing & attend Advertising Meeting in the absence of the Category Manager
  • Assist with billing, costing, and various revenue inquiries
  • Coordinate category activities with Supply Chain
  • Implement category plans with critical scheduling, budget development, and ongoing scheduling and performance monitoring
  • Assist in managing the profitability of category sales for over 400 corporate locations
  • Coordinate the timely receipt of new item listing forms, cost change notifications as well as other item-related changes from vendors
  • Review Price Change Report to ensure accurate item cost and price prior to transmission to stores
  • Attend quarterly business reviews with vendor representatives
  • Respond promptly and efficiently to all stakeholder inquiries to address any issues
  • Generate revenues for co-op advertising, including promotional flyers, proprietary marketing material, and special events
  • Investigate and resolve store issues regarding product inquiries in a timely manner reflecting corporate policy.
  • Developed detailed reports outlining key performance indicators related to each assigned category, providing actionable insights for leadership review.

Junior Category Manager

Burnac Produce
04.2015 - 01.2017
  • Draft weekly category procurement plan by establishing product requirements and reviewing plan with Category Manager Inventory Management- track movement and prepare analysis daily Develop daily floor plan for the market Support Customers by assisting with sales and product information Manage own commodity including sourcing, pricing, negotiating and inventory Build purchase orders and follow up with Vendors to make sure product is delivered on time Work with internal and external partners to ensure effect purchase order execution Source produce worldwide and develop programs from reputable growers alongside the Category Manager, Director and CEO to procure the highest-quality products Grow the category and create sustainable partnerships while servicing our customers Manage the reconciliation process by ensuring payments are made to vendors within the negotiated pay period

Associate Merchant - Joe Fresh

Loblaw Companies Limited
02.2013 - 03.2015
  • Supports the attainment of category objectives by focusing on the execution of promotional plans and pricing, inventory management and reporting Exceeded sales, profit and inventory target for 2013 by resolving errors immediately and managing a clean Data Scorecard Executed sales reports in Micro Strategy: run daily sales, monthly style reviews and productivity reports Worked with cross-functional teams, including product developers, supply chain, and allocation analysts, to ensure purchase orders are sent to vendors and deliveries arrive at stores correctly and efficiently Assisted in compilation of category reviews, line reviews and buys Knowledgeable of SAP, a part of the world’s largest implementation Completed the new listing and delisting item processes through integrated data systems including ORMS, and Web PDM Select ad items, perform flyer proof and execute ad changes in ISAT Supported the Merchandising Operations team on merchandising directory, markdowns, product flow, product knowledge and marketing to the field

Buyer Associate - Zellers

Hudson Bay Company
06.2011 - 12.2012
  • Assisted in managing the Everyday Candy & Confections category generating a budget of approximately $52 million in annual sales and assisted in managing Seasonal Candy & Confections with an approximate annual sales budget of $75 million Negotiated with 30+ vendors sustaining cohesive relationships increasing profitability
  • Bonused for 2011 achieving GP Plan of 102%

Assistant Coordinator

BBB Neriki Europe Ltd.
03.2006 - 02.2009
  • Performed internal and external audits, maintained files Worked closely with the stores in stock counting and system management Facilitated on Kaizen maintaining a continued performance standards reports Approved samples and sub assembly parts for the production floor Obtained B-Module Certificates Corresponded with many suppliers on an everyday basis Prepared and processes purchase orders in an organized manner

Education

Fashion Management Diploma -

George Brown College Toronto
01.2011

Finance and Business Program Certificate -

Business School –National Louis University
01.2005

Clothing Technology & Design Technician Diploma -

Secondary Vocational School
01.2003

Skills

  • Languages: English, Polish
  • Mac/HP Proficient
  • MS Office Suite
  • Micro Strategy, AS400,ISAT, SAP, CICS, Product Manager, ORMS, WebPdm, Access, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop,

Websites

References

Available on request

Languages

English
Full Professional
Polish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Category Specialist

Rexall Pharmacy Group LTD.
01.2017 - Current

Junior Category Manager

Burnac Produce
04.2015 - 01.2017

Associate Merchant - Joe Fresh

Loblaw Companies Limited
02.2013 - 03.2015

Buyer Associate - Zellers

Hudson Bay Company
06.2011 - 12.2012

Assistant Coordinator

BBB Neriki Europe Ltd.
03.2006 - 02.2009

Fashion Management Diploma -

George Brown College Toronto

Finance and Business Program Certificate -

Business School –National Louis University

Clothing Technology & Design Technician Diploma -

Secondary Vocational School

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