Samantha Martin

martin.samantha22@yahoo.com / C: 1-859-270-9874 / Lexington , KY 40511

Summary Skills

Focused Senior Executive with experience smoothly aiding operations and ● Market trend analysis
daily activities. Executive-level office management skills combined with ● Sales development
strengths in planning and problem-solving. Adaptable with strong history ● Accurate recordkeeping
of tackling challenges, adjusting to change and exceeding quality ● Competitive shopping
expectations. ● Product procurement
● Supply chain assistance
● Process improvement
Experience ● Communications
● Planning and coordination
Vivid Print Apparel - Buyer Specialist 05/2016 - Current ● Inventory management
Lexington , KY ● Relationship development
● Negotiated pricing for apparel and accessories from vendors to secure ● Business operations
optimal pricing and keep costs low. ● Problem resolution
● Assisted with staff development by implementing effective, hands-on ● Team building
training programs for new employees, maximizing performance and ● MS Office
engagement from day one. ● Project organization
● Communicated closely with stakeholders, including vendors and ● Supervision
merchants, helping to secure well-timed deliveries. ● Invoice generation
● Sourced new vendors and suppliers to boost product offerings and ● Customer service
increase profit margins at each store location. ● First Aid/CPR
● Analyzed buying trends at each store location to identify appropriate ● Administrative support
mix of inventory items for top-tier sales. ● Operational improvement
● Improved profit margins by streamlining operations and workflow and ● Organization
negotiating competitive vendor contracts.
● Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
● Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face Education and Training
or through phone conversations.
● Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer 05/2009
service. University of Kentucky
● Improved operations by working with team members and customers to Lexington, KY
Bachelor of Science: Communications
find workable solutions.
● Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements,
develop solutions and meet deadlines.

Team One - Senior Account Executive 03/2012 - 05/2016

Lexington , KY
● Generated new accounts by implementing effective networking and
 content marketing strategies.
● Reached out to accounts measuring satisfaction and increased revenue.
● Strengthened online presence to capitalize on emerging trends.
● Researched and secured new accounts within assigned territory to
increase sales and profitability.
● Estimated and quoted prices, credit and contract terms, warranties and
delivery dates.
● Input customer order details into system, accepted payments and
updated accounts.
● Conducted market research and reported on competitors.
● Collaborated with new customers to give details about company
offerings.
● Made actionable and insightful recommendations for new products,
extensions or enhancements.
● Drove sales of company products and services by meeting with
customers using strategic and organized approach.
● Determined the cost and pricing of proposals and bids.
● Delivered exceptional account service to strengthen customer loyalty.
● Negotiated contracts and fees with media professionals to secure
pricing.
● Attended company and industry events to network with potential
customers and generate leads.
● Produced sales documents, finalized deals and filed records.
● Reviewed advertising copy, design comps and final art to approve
work.
● Communicated with clients via email, phone, online presentations,
screen-share and in-person meetings.

RGIS - Merchandiser 01/2009 - 03/2012

Lexington , KY
● Arranged items in favorable positions and areas of store to attract
customers and optimize sales.
● Participated in monthly competitive shopping trips and compiled full
reports.
● Consulted with management and advertising teams to plan optimal
promotions.
● Assisted in gathering and moving materials and equipment for
assigned displays.
● Updated seasonal displays such as windows and mannequins to
highlight current product lines.
● Communicated and coordinated execution of planogram with store
management.
● Configured and arranged advertising and marketing displays,
creatively placed merchandise on counters or tables to promote
visibility and sales and verified accurate and up-to-date signage.
● Provided feedback on competitor activities and best practices.
● Established and maintained proper high-traffic displays, resulting in
 increased sales.
● Printed various labels and tags for all merchandise.
● Upheld stock levels and proper pricing for multiple product lines.
● Tracked shipping, including weekly and monthly fallout.
● Organized and located inventory and updated store spreadsheets.
● Conducted staff meetings with sales personnel to introduce new
merchandise.
● Displayed appropriate signage for products and sales promotions.
● Shopped competition to identify opportunities, labels and trends.