Kelly Richter

Source suppliers, evaluate vendor capabilities, and support purchasing decisions based on cost, quality, and delivery needs. Manage purchase orders, vendor communications, order tracking, and issue resolution to support operations.

Procurement Specialist at The Diplomat Group (DFS) since February 2025.

Worked as Associate Buyer at DTLR, Inc..

Support in women's footwear and home categories. Building quarterly assortments
Analyze style selling reports
Invoice and order tracking
Build strong relationships with vendors

Writing and maintaining purchase orders Sample management
Analyze on order reports
Coordinate direct to store shipping Trend research
Communicate with vendors
EDI onboarding and maintinence

Assisted customers with fashion preferences and personal style
Enhanced the customerʼs Nordstrom experience by assisting with shoe and accessory selection, as well as offering alterations for the perfect fit
Performed retail cashier, back of house and opening/closing operations

Georges Hobeika, Couture SSʼ19
Alexandre Vauthier, Couture SSʼ19

Assisted sellers in finding items to suit the needs of their buyers/clients
Worked with other associates to maintain a clean environment

Provided personal customer assistance in shoe selection focused on style and proper fit
Reviewed customer fashion preferences and personal style as part of sales experience
Performed retail cashier, back of house and closing operations

Digital Marketing Certification from the University of Maryland Global Campus, completed in 2021.

Pursued a Bachelor of Science in Fashion Merchandising from 2015 to 2019.