Golf

Creative Agencies

Fishing

Lifestyle

Moto & Powersports

Music

Outdoor

Skate

Snow

Streetwear

Surf

Swim

Tech

Yoga

Health & Fitness

Travel

Outdoors

Food

Health

Actively looking for new opportunities in the outdoor industry. 20+ years of experience in the snowsport industry.

Offer supply chain support for clients in the retail and wholesale sector. Address multiple clients’ needs, from inventory analysis and business development to process improvements and financial forecasting. 
				
Optimization of integrated supply chain to maximize efficiencies and savings 
Advise on the inventory management process within distribution centers 
Evaluate e-commerce platforms to improve customer experience


Supply Chain Consultant Retail Sector

Identified areas of opportunity within the internal buying process and implemented a more efficient and sustainable purchasing program 
Evaluated and implemented a new ERP system to streamline purchases
Lead strategic initiatives to become an environmentally conscious and sustainable workplace 
Managed capital investments for a $20M expansion, along with other multiple other projects
Oversaw the operational budgets for 8 departments 


Purchasing Manager

Obtaining, organizing, and distributing all company/brand press and editorials
• 	Organized layout to effectively display showroom samples
•	Presented upcoming product lines to potential buyers 
•	Developed cohesive relationships with industry professionals and enthusiasts, further strengthening O’Neill’s brand presence

Showroom Assistant

Managed the inventory of 22 retail locations 
Performed weekly analysis of  financial and inventory performance to reach sales goals
Forecasted industry trends to maximize profitability. As a result, increased profitability by $36K
Analyzed merchandise performance to monitor statistical objectives, adapt inventory as needed, and increase sales volume. Merchandise analysis resulted in the savings of $28K YOY.
Implemented new purchasing standards with 25+ vendors 


Retail Buyer III 

Assisted Senior Buyers with forecasting, assortment planning and seasonal purchases 
Managed merchandise assortment, vendor relations and merchandising for 53 retail locations 
Reducing aged inventory by 60% in a 2 yr period by adjusting the seasonal flow of products
Operated as team leader responsible for communicating financial strategies to vendors and department heads
Negotiated wholesale pricing and vendor margins, resulting in a 30% increase in  gross margin rate 
Trained, supervised and developed staff of three consisting of merchandise assistants and interns


Assistant Buyer/Replenishment Coordinator

Hilary Zalar is a Purchasing Manager at Dumb Friends League (Non-Profit) in Bend, OR.

Hilary Zalar

Hilary Zalar

Skills

Interests

Industries

Education history

Lakeland Community College