Abbott Jewelry Systems Welcomes Mary Moses Kinney as Virtual Marketplace Director

The Virtual Marketplace is fully integrated into The Edge Management System and offers a streamlined solution for over 4,000 retailers, helping them curate and maintain a high-performing product assortment. With analytics built directly into the software, Edge users will be able to select products with a high probability of sell-through from a diverse range of approximately 100 committed suppliers.

Key features of the Virtual Marketplace include:

• Direct Sourcing: Retailers can source products within The Edge platform using integrated analytics to identify high-performing items.
• Seamless Purchasing: Purchase Orders are generated directly in the software and sent electronically to participating vendors.
• Error-Free Invoicing: Digital invoices are received directly into The Edge inventory database, reducing manual errors and saving significant time.

In her role, Mary Moses Kinney will be responsible for enrolling vendors who offer exemplary products and services. She will also collaborate with suppliers to create turnkey promotions and events that deliver value to both retailers and vendors alike.

“I couldn’t think of a better candidate for this position. Mary’s experience and passion for the industry make her a perfect fit for leading this initiative,” said Dick Abbott.

Moses Kinney added, “I am so grateful to Dick for trusting in me to bring additional value to AJS via the Virtual Marketplace and am incredibly fortunate to have the opportunity to be part of the company in this new role. AJS is an exciting company known for being forward thinking, digitally focused, and technology passionate. I look forward to working with the exceptional AJS team to expand into new markets while continuing to deliver a high standard of customer service.”

Abbott Jewelry Systems looks forward to the exciting innovations Mary will bring to the Virtual Marketplace, continuing to support the success of the jewelers who rely on The Edge.