Hannah Buchanan
Chicago
Summary
Dynamic Buyer with a proven track record at driving nearly triple growth in annual sales through strategic product assortments and cross-functional collaboration. Skilled in inventory management and relationship building, leveraging analytical insights to optimize performance across diverse retail channels. A results-oriented professional committed to excellence and innovation.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Junior Buyer
AKIRA Bijora
Chicago
09.2025 - Current
- Worked side by side with co-founder to curate Women's Dresses assortment managing over 1500 full price SKUs for both in-store and online
- Analyzed weekly selling to determine best/worst sellers, place reorders, and manage inventory levels
- Sent new product developments to LA and China based on upcoming trends, colorways, and storylines
- Fit all incoming samples on model and made adjustments accordingly to communicate to vendor prior to placing units
- Coordinated cross-departmental communication to align purchasing activities with marketing initiatives
- Managed OTB and ensuring orders were placed in time for deliveries needed
Buyer
Guess INC
01.2024 - 07.2025
- Promoted to lead Women's Retail categories including Denim, Non-Denim Bottoms, Activewear, Outerwear, and Kids resulting in nearly triple growth in annual sales and inventory volume
- Developed and executed seasonal product assortments with four annual line reviews, guided by sales trends, historical data, and forecasting insights
- Partnered cross-functionally with Planning, Allocation, Design, Product Development, Visual Merchandising, and E-commerce to optimize inventory flow and maximize product reach across channels
- Oversaw logistics and warehouse coordination to maintain timely deliveries and uphold high product availability & quality standards
- Mentored and managed the performance and growth of an Assistant Buyer
Associate Buyer
Guess INC
09.2021 - 01.2024
- Managed Women's and Men's Retail Footwear product category across US and Canada channels
- Worked with Accessories and Footwear DMM to assort & present quarterly buys along licensed vendor
- Nearly doubled e-commerce yearly sales by introducing direct to consumer offering
Assistant Buyer
Tillys
10.2018 - 09.2021
Assistant Buyer
EmazingLights LLC
09.2017 - 09.2018
Inventory Coordinator
Urban Decay Cosmetics
12.2016 - 09.2017
Education
Bachelor of Science - Apparel Merchandising And Design
Iowa State University
Ames, IA08.2016
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft systems
- JDA, ADP, Microstrategy, Salesforce, and Shopify systems
- Trend awareness and forecasting
- Cross-functional communication
- Inventory and purchase order management
- Styling and shopping for a few personal clients
- Analytical skills
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Team player
- Relationship building
Accomplishments
- Drove double-digit category growth within Fashion Denim due to offering a more diverse assortment
- Reduced aged inventory in tougher selling categories such as Pants and Shorts by 25% year over year
- Improved vendor delivery timelines by partnering closely with Logistics and PD teams to strengthen communication and accountability
- Mentored and promoted Assistant Buyer
- Led cross-functional line reviews
Timeline
Junior Buyer
AKIRA Bijora
09.2025 - Current
Buyer
Guess INC
01.2024 - 07.2025
Associate Buyer
Guess INC
09.2021 - 01.2024
Assistant Buyer
Tillys
10.2018 - 09.2021
Assistant Buyer
EmazingLights LLC
09.2017 - 09.2018
Inventory Coordinator
Urban Decay Cosmetics
12.2016 - 09.2017
Bachelor of Science - Apparel Merchandising And Design
Iowa State University