K ATE ERIC K S ON

Nashville, TN 37201 - (925) 270-9035 – katenicoleerickson@gmail.com

linkedin.com/in/katenicoleerickson

A detail oriented buyer with 5 years of experience working as the key contact for strategic
partnerships showcasing a notable level of initiative and drive. Alongside my success in managing
vendor and client relationships, I demonstrate confidence with my ability to communicate and
present to high level executives in a professional and refined manner. Eager to leverage my
leadership and project management expertise to support the needs of the organization.

KEY SKILLS

Adobe Software Proficient - Microsoft Office Proficient - Creative & Design Oriented

Time Management - Teamwork & Collaboration - Critical Thinking & Attention to Detail

WORK EXPERIENCE

Licensed Sports Apparel Buyer – The WCN Group – Alameda, CA & Remote 12/2017 - present

o Manage all vendor relationships, specifically Fanatics Inc. and Hanes Brands, utilizing strong
communication and negotiation skills.
o Plan, execute and present merchandising strategies and assortment proposals to our top retail
partners such as Kroger, Safeway, Publix, & Walmart that leverage the assets of our vendors.
o Track and manage on time delivery and compliance for all vendor and client partners for
successful retail execution.
o Participate in and lead meetings with all vendors, sales teams, and retail client partners to
identify and create mitigation plans for any issues and ensure that day-to-day relationships
and operations are running smoothly.

Marketing & Merchandising Coordinator – The WCN Group – Alameda, CA 10/2016 - 12/2017

o Own development process for all marketing materials and design product catalogs that clearly and
creatively build and generate sales.
o Work with all internal departments including m erchandising, design, distribution and sales teams
to assemble all information for catalogs and sales materials into a visually compelling layout for all
account presentations.

EDUCATION

Organizational Leadership-Project Management –– Bachelor’s Degree –– Arizona State University

Visual Communications –– Associates Degree –– Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising