Flor Cobos
About Flor Cobos
Flor Cobos is an experienced buyer currently working at Lamps Plus since 2021, where she manages a team and oversees inventory for high-volume categories. She has a background in merchandise marketing and has held various positions within the company since 2011.
Work at Lamps Plus
Flor Cobos has been employed at Lamps Plus since 2011, initially serving as a Merchandise Planning Analyst for one year. She then transitioned to the role of Associate Buyer, where she worked for ten years. In 2021, she advanced to the position of Buyer, a role she has held for three years. In her current position, she is responsible for managing open to buy, inventory turn, and replenishment in two high-volume categories. Additionally, she collaborates with cross-functional teams in design, sourcing, marketing, and planning.
Previous Experience at TJX Companies Inc
Prior to her extensive career at Lamps Plus, Flor Cobos worked as a Buying Department Intern at TJX Companies Inc in 2010. This internship lasted for one month and took place in Los Angeles, CA. This early experience provided her with foundational knowledge in the buying process within the retail sector.
Education and Expertise
Flor Cobos earned an Associate of Arts Degree in Merchandise Marketing from the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising (FIDM) in 2010. She furthered her education at California State University, Northridge (CSUN), where she achieved a Bachelor of Arts degree in Art. Her educational background supports her expertise in retail buying and product development.
Team Management and Development
In her role as Buyer at Lamps Plus, Flor Cobos manages and mentors a team of two assistant buyers. This responsibility involves guiding their professional development and ensuring effective collaboration within the buying team. Her leadership contributes to the overall efficiency and success of the department.
Travel for Product Development
Flor Cobos travels both domestically and internationally for product development and opportunity line buys. This aspect of her role allows her to explore new markets and trends, ensuring that Lamps Plus remains competitive and innovative in its product offerings.