I am a 39 year old African male with over 17 years working experience. I have been in management roles for more than 10 years. I have a proven track record of excellence. I am a dynamic, focused, results-driven, goal-oriented, energetic, self-disciplined business minded merchant. I am a highly motivated and enthusiastic person. I possess proven leadership abilities, excellent communication, negotiation and presentation skills. I have +17 years of product sourcing/development/buying & category management experience. I have worked for various organizations at various levels of responsibilities (buying, management, merchandising, sales & category management), where I was exposed/trained/performed/led & motivated in all aspects of retail. I am willing to accept challenges and able to follow accepted category management practices. I am able to quickly absorb and retain new information and procedures. I am assertive with strong interpersonal skills and a solid work ethic. I work well under pressure and I am an independent thinker.