Ashley Panitch
Scottsdale
Summary
Detail-oriented retail professional with experience supporting national brand partners and managing high-volume assortments within retail. Proven ability to analyze sales performance, coordinate cross-functional teams, and support key account growth through data-driven insights, forecasting, and strong relationship management.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Buyer - Dog Value Food & Emerging Brands
PetSmart
Phoenix
01.2025 - Current
- Cultivated strategic vendor relationships with Mars, Nestle, and Post to drive collaboration.
- Achieved two percent year-over-year sales growth for Nestle in 2025 through effective planning.
- Analyzed sales, margin, and inventory data to enhance brand growth and optimize assortments.
- Collaborated with Demand and Financial Planners to improve forecasts and replenishment strategies.
- Participated in line reviews, item launches, and pricing updates across national retail locations.
- Coordinated teams to ensure accurate setup and timely execution of product launches.
- Led Joint Business Partnership initiatives for two key accounts in the Consumables category.
Associate Buyer - Beauty and Grooming Dog/Cat
PetSmart
Phoenix
09.2024 - 01.2025
- Drove innovation and product initiatives, achieving significant sales and margin growth.
- Negotiated $400k in cost concessions and obtained additional category funding.
- Launched a sub-line on a shipper, generating $300k in sales and $180k in margin.
Assistant Buyer 2
Ross Dress for Less
Los Angeles
09.2023 - 08.2024
- Analyzed sales data to pinpoint popular items and refine purchasing strategies.
- Optimized sales forecasts and open-to-buy, leading to 5% sales growth in Q1 2024.
- Conducted weekly line reviews and supported item launches for timely execution.
- Managed partnerships with over 25 vendors, negotiating favorable terms and pricing.
Assistant Buyer 1
Ross Dress for Less
Los Angeles
06.2022 - 09.2023
- Assisted in selecting and purchasing merchandise based on market trends.
- Coordinated with vendors to negotiate pricing and delivery schedules.
- Reviewed sales data to inform future buying decisions and inventory management.
- Supported the development of seasonal buying plans for product assortments.
- Conducted market research to identify emerging trends and consumer preferences.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Supply Chain Management
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05-2022
Skills
- Key Account Support
- Sales Analysis & Reporting
- Forecasting & Demand Planning
- Line Reviews & Assortment Strategy
- Retail & Wholesale Partnerships
- Promotional Planning
- Cross-Functional Coordination
- Excel (Advanced)
- PowerPoint
Timeline
Associate Buyer - Dog Value Food & Emerging Brands
PetSmart
01.2025 - Current
Associate Buyer - Beauty and Grooming Dog/Cat
PetSmart
09.2024 - 01.2025
Assistant Buyer 2
Ross Dress for Less
09.2023 - 08.2024
Assistant Buyer 1
Ross Dress for Less
06.2022 - 09.2023
Bachelor of Science - Supply Chain Management
Arizona State University