Caitlin Weaver
Brisbane,QLD
Summary
Insightful Manager with experience directing and improving operations through effective employee motivational strategies and strong policy enforcement. Proficient in best practices, market trends and regulatory requirements of industry operations. Talented leader with analytical approach to business planning and day-to-day problem-solving.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations and Buying Manager
Strutt Fashion
07.2020 - 08.2022
- Communicated with vendors regarding inventory needs and negotiated prices to maintain profit margins.
- Dispensed purchase orders to suppliers with accurate pricing, deadlines and terms and conditions.
- Performed extensive vendor and supplier research to identify cost-effective options and product availability.
- Managed vendor purchase order dispatch, delivery, and invoicing to set contractual guidelines and maintain budgetary regulations.
- Forecasted purchasing trends and improved merchandising strategies.
- Documented purchasing information in [Software] to maintain detailed and accurate records.
- Standardized inventory quarterly reporting and analysis and instituted corrective action for close-outs and out-of-stock items to keep inventory records current.
- Analyzed inventory usage and assessed trends to provide maximum coverage for each time period.
- Collaborated with buyers for special events and seasonal promotions to maintain adequate product stock and drive sales.
- Devised and executed annual purchasing plans and contracts.
- Hired and trained purchasing staff to improve effectiveness of purchasing operations.
- Completed monthly profit and loss performance reports.
Store Manager and Assistant Regional Manager
DISSH
08.2017 - 08.2020
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
- Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
- Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
- Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
- Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
- Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.
- Set effective store schedules based on forecasted customer levels, individual employee knowledge, and service requirements.
- Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
- Promoted team collaboration, performance, and efficiency by fostering healthy environments focused on mutual success.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Implemented innovative programs to increase employee loyalty and reduce turnover.
- Tracked trends and suggested enhancements to both challenge and refine company's product offerings.
- Reduced operational risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.
- Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
Store Manager
City Beach
11.2011 - 08.2017
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
- Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
- Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
- Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
- Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized backroom to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation.
- Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
- Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.
Education
Bachelor of Education - Primary Education
Central Queensland University
Brisbane, QLD11.2026
Skills
- Cost Assessments
- Trends Analysis
- Documentation and Reporting
- MS Office
- Supplier Relations
- Team Leadership
- Forecasting
- Inventory Coordination
- Attention to Detail
- Logistics Coordination
- Needs Assessment
- Strategic Planning
Timeline
Operations and Buying Manager
Strutt Fashion
07.2020 - 08.2022
Store Manager and Assistant Regional Manager
DISSH
08.2017 - 08.2020
Store Manager
City Beach
11.2011 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Education - Primary Education
Central Queensland University
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