Brendi Burus is a self-motivated product buyer with extensive experience in retail buying, vendor negotiations, global sourcing, and brand development across various industries including cookware, cutlery, As Seen on TV, and food. She has a strong background in business, economics, and marketing and has managed the purchasing process and strategic planning as an assistant buyer. Brendi is skilled in maintaining vendor relationships, analyzing business trends to make recommendations, and effectively communicating execution plans.
Over 15 years of proven experience in business development, event management and marketing in highly competitive industry markets. A proven producer of sales and profit with ability to secure new business while creating brand awareness through strategic marketing plans. Initiates and manages cross-functional teams, associate relations and projects. A high-energy leader with distinctive people skills.
1. BRENDI BURUS
6337 Jisco West Road,Jackson, OH 45640 | C: 615.613.8085 | brendi.burus@gmail.com
Summary
Self-motivated individual who takespride in setting and obtaining goals.ProductBuyer equipped with extensive
experience in multiple industries including cookware,cutlery,As Seen on TV,and food. Versatile professionalwith a
strong background in business, economicsand marketing. Buyer who works effectivelyand productivelywithin negotiated
time frames.Remainsfocused on projects from beginning to completion,while paying close attention to detail.
Highlights
Retail buying Extensive product knowledge
Vendor negotiations Global sourcing
Trade show experience POG planning
Brand development Strategic planning
MS Office proficiency Organized
Experience
Assistant Buyer 06/2012 to Current
Kitchen Collection Chillicothe,OH
Managed the purchasing processfor the food department. Selected merchandise based on the mostfavorable price and
quality. Ran weekly and monthly strategy reports to analyze business trends and make recommendations. Managed
vendor chargebacks and followup. Shopped competition to identifyopportunities,brands and trends.Effectively
communicated and coordinated execution of the planogram with store management. Developed close working
relationships with vendors and import partners. Worked closelywith these partnersto develop newproduct, enhance
packaging,and solve complexissues.
Inside Sales Support 12/2011 to 06/2012
Fastenal Chillicothe,OH
Opened and closed the store, including counting cash,opening and closing cash registersand creating staff
assignments. Placed special merchandise orders for customers. Shared productknowledge with customerswhile
making personal recommendations. Maintained friendly and professionalcustomer interactions.
Office Manager 05/2011 to 11/2011
Advanced Web Corporation Athens,OH
Managed the daily operations of alloffice duties. Thisincluded payroll,human resources,accounts receivable,accounts
payable, and inventory management.
Outside Sales Representative 02/2009 to 05/2011
Fastenal Athens ,OH
Executed 10 daily cold calls to top levelexecutives to increase clientbase.Answered customers' questionsregarding
products,pricesand availability. Emphasized productfeatures based on analysisofcustomers' needs.Responded to all
customer inquiriesin a timely manner.
Bridal and Trade Show Manager 01/2009 to 09/2007
Simplicity Gourmet Int.,LLC, Smyrna, TN
Booked allBridalshows and coordinated staff. This required a close attention to detail and scheduling for up to 30 teams
a week.
Education
Bachelors of Science in Applied Management:Business Management 2015
Ohio University Athens, OH
Graduated Magna Cum Laude
Minor in Communications
