Gabriela Verrocchi

• Provided support to the team with any and all tasks.
• Trained Merchandise Assistant on Beer Team ways of working and specific tasks.
• Generated interest in new and current products by working with marketing on creative proofs to ensure best go to market result.
• Built professional network to establish and maintain relationships with teams outside my own team.
• Developed creative displays and signage to draw customers to products.
• Collaborated with marketing team to create and implement promotional campaigns.
• Managed keying of all promotional packs and liaised with suppliers to ensure successful go-live promotional packs
• Worked with suppliers to edit, maintain and improve tactical Press nominations.

• Participated in trade shows, building brand awareness, and networking with potential suppliers or partners.
• Collaborated with e-commerce teams to ensure consistent online representation of products within the category across all channels.
• Provided regular reports and insights to senior management, effectively communicating category performance and recommending future course of action.
• Developed strong relationships with suppliers, leading to better product availability and improved negotiation power.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to plan and execute successful marketing campaigns.
• Identified and reported key performance indicators.
• Researched, prepared for and led supplier negotiation process for the category.
• Oversaw preparation of marketing catalogues, social media posting, out of home campaigns and NPD launces.
• Managed budget allocation and resource utilization to maximize marketing ROI.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to create cohesive marketing strategies that drove overall brand recognition and growth.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to create cohesive marketing strategies that drove overall brand recognition and growth.
• Identified underperforming products and implemented strategies to improve their performance.
• Management of the Beer & Cider co-op log.
• Fostered positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating collaboratively with all teams.

• Analyzed spend data to identify areas of opportunity for cost savings or process improvements within assigned categories.
• Assisted in budget preparation, ensuring alignment with procurement objectives and overall business goals.
• Worked closely with internal stakeholders to understand their requirements and develop category-specific sourcing strategies that met both short-term needs and long-term business objectives.
• Assisted employees and vendors by answering questions related to sourcing and procurement processes, procedures and services.
• Assessed and managed supplier performance for continuous improvement by leading supplier meetings.
• Achieved cost savings by negotiating contracts and securing best prices with suppliers.
• Conducted market research and analysis to identify potential new suppliers and stay informed on industry trends.
• Managed vendor relationships, resolving disputes, addressing performance issues, and facilitating communication between parties as needed.
• Collaborated with stakeholders to identify opportunities for process improvements, cost reductions, and efficiency gains within the supply chain.
• Implemented tactical approach to sourcing to obtain best value for money.
• Created hands-on training program for newly hired employees to acclimate each person to company policies and procedures and individual job duties.

• Contributed to a positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills and proactive teamwork attitude.
• Worked closely with management to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of business operations.
• Safeguarded sensitive information through proper documentation handling, data entry, and record maintenance procedures.
• Strengthened client relationships through consistent follow-up communication and efficient problem resolution.
• Demonstrated adaptability by quickly mastering new software applications for various tasks.
• Increased efficiency by implementing new processes and providing administrative support to management.
• Expedited project completion times due to the ability to multitask effectively under tight deadlines.
• Assisted managers in decision-making processes based on thorough research and analysis of available data.
• Fostered positive client relationships by regularly updating them on project progress and addressing concerns promptly.
• Facilitated smooth project execution by managing deadlines, resources allocation, and progress updates.

Retail Manager: 2015 - 2016

Retail Assistant: 2009 - 2015

• Used POS system to process sales, returns, online orders, and gift card activations.
• Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
• Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks, and bins for optimal appearance.
• Collaborated with team members to accomplish sales goals and improve overall store performance.
• Managed a team of 15 employees.
• End to end management of timbales and rosters.