Experience

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  The Reject Shop

  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

  • Buyer

    • Nov 2023 - Present
    • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

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  Kmart Australia Limited

  • Australia
  • Retail
  • 700 & Above Employee

  • Buyer - Confectionery, Drinks, Snacks and Easter

    • Aug 2020 - Mar 2024

  • Buyer - Nursery

    • Apr 2018 - Aug 2020

    n experienced Buyer and Merchandiser with broad sales, planning, buying and overall management expertise within the Retail and FMCG sectors. A motivated, determined and driven professional who succeeds at the positions, projects and tasks. Utilises consumer insights, interaction, influence and partnership with all aspects of procurement, promotions, product development and business plan implementation.

  • Buyer of DVD's, Mobile phones and photo centre

    • Jul 2015 - Apr 2018

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  PETstock Pty Ltd

  • South Melbourne

  • Merchandise Planner

    • Mar 2015 - Jul 2015
    • South Melbourne

    Contract planner position for 4 months

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  Harris Scarfe Australia Pty ltd

  • Melbourne, Australia

  • Buyer of Kitchenware

    • Jan 2013 - Dec 2014
    • Melbourne, Australia

    Conducted intensive negotiation with suppliers in relation to catalogue exposure, future product ranging as well as incremental catalogue / product funding. Travelled internationally to source and develop products and liaised with local suppliers to build desired ranges. Managed weekly catalogue campaigns to drive sales and profit and ensured that all ranged and advertised pricing in the market place was best in market.Key outcomes include: increased sales and GP growth on previous year in kitchen accessories; improved product assortment in line with World trends; and managed stock and purchases in line with budgeted OTB.

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  Kmart Australia Limited

  • Melbourne, Australia

  • Buyer of DVD's and Music

    • Dec 2010 - Jan 2013
    • Melbourne, Australia

    Developed and managed range implementation and promotional plans that captured and increased market share. Negotiated win-win outcomes on the newest DVD releases and developed strong marketing campaigns to drive profitable sales. Project led an initiative to improve performance in the Entertainment Department of the NZ stores. Key outcomes include: grew market share in a declining market; successfully negotiated improved trading arrangements with international suppliers; and developed promotional strategies with tactical execution of pricing and stock forecasting.

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  Metcash

  • Melbourne, Australia

  • Bakery Buying Manager

    • Mar 2008 - Dec 2010
    • Melbourne, Australia

    Led a team of three Account Managers to drive sales as well as increase market share and product range in independent grocery stores. Implemented National concepts and strategies and managed warehouse inventory levels.Key outcomes include: developed a national promotional program for IGA across all States and Territories; and recognised as most successful State Manager for achieving highest sales % increase.

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  Coles

  • Melbourne, Australia

  • Customer Planning Manager / Promotions Manager

    • Jul 2005 - Mar 2008
    • Melbourne, Australia

    Oversaw the Dairy and Frozen categories and developed new strategies and events to drive sales and profit. Conducted intensive negotiation with suppliers in relation to promotional programs, future ranging issues and incremental funding. Developed promotional strategies with tactical execution of pricing and stock forecasting.

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  Coles Myer

  • Melbourne, Australia

  • Planner and Allocation Analyst - Homewares (Myer)

    • Apr 1997 - Jul 2005
    • Melbourne, Australia

    Conducted full post season analysis for sales and profit and provided input to Buying based on these results. Monitored sales, stock levels, first margin, stockturn and markdowns, and prepared budgets and forecasts for each new season. Oversaw the product allocation to stores and managed products effectively during their life cycle, and exceeded all sales and profit targets for the category.