Easter Nallas
Glendenning
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with strong background in purchasing, vendor management and inventory control. Proven track record of identifying cost savings opportunities and developing and executing strategies to maximise sales and profits.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Buyer
Costco Wholesale Australia
2020 - Current
- Negotiated pricing agreements with suppliers to enhance cost efficiency and improve profit margins
- Analysed market trends to identify opportunities for product assortment optimisation and inventory management
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop promotional strategies that aligned with member demand
- Managed supplier performance evaluations to ensure compliance with quality standards and service levels
- Streamlined procurement processes, reducing lead times and enhancing product availability for warehouse operations
- Forecasted purchasing trends and improved merchandising strategies
- Planning and forecasting sales plans and Open to Buys across multiple categories
- Setting up, coordinating and managing marketing promotions with Marketing and e-Commerce teams
- Ensured timely delivery of products by closely monitoring vendor performance and addressing any issues promptly.
- Coordinated with logistics teams to resolve any shipping delays or discrepancies while minimizing impact on operations
Assistant Buyer
Costco Wholesale Australia
2013 - 2020
- Managed purchase orders, tracking shipments to maintain optimal stock availability.
- Streamlined order processing workflows, resulting in increased accuracy and reduced turnaround times.
- Reviewed purchasing trends and forecast demand for inventory planning and replenishment.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by verifying that all purchased items met applicable safety standards before being sold to customers.
- Improved sell-through rates by utilizing historical sales data to make informed decisions about markdowns and clearance promotions.
- Improved inventory management with detailed tracking and forecasting, reducing overstock and understock situations.
- Coordinated with sales and marketing teams to develop promotional strategies, boosting product visibility and sales.
Inventory Control Specialist
Costco Wholesale Australia
2012 - 2013
- Raise and manage domestic and international purchase orders
- Reviewing inventory across all warehouses, depot and e-Commerce site
- Planning and forecasting sales plans and Open to Buys across multiple categories
- Updating item and supplier records for changes such as, price, descriptions, delivery specifications and technical product information
- Assisting the Buyer and Assistant Buyer with various merchandise projects
- Working with Suppliers, Depots, Warehouse and e-Commerce teams
Floor Merchandiser (Part Time)
Costco Wholesale Australia
2011 - 2012
- Conducted regular audits of merchandise displays to ensure compliance with company standards and guidelines.
- Led cross-functional teams to implement new merchandising initiatives, driving sales growth through strategic product positioning.
- Maximized retail space utilization with efficient merchandise layout planning that optimized customer engagement.
- Maintained cleanliness of the sales floor, ensuring a safe and inviting shopping environment for members.
Enrollment Officer
Specialty Language Centre / Oxford College
2009 - 2012
- Streamlined enrollment processes, enhancing efficiency and accuracy in student admissions.
- Developed training materials for new staff, promoting consistency in enrollment procedures.
- Analyzed enrollment data to identify trends and improve recruitment strategies.
- Maintained detailed and accurate records between multiple databases and programs.
- Ensured compliance with federal regulations governing student privacy rights during the admissions process.
Education
Certificate IV - Accounting
TAFE NSW
Ultimo, NSW01-2010
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Multi-tasking strength
- Quality assurance
- Merchandising operations
- Procurement procedures
- Supply chain management
Timeline
Buyer
Costco Wholesale Australia
2020 - Current
Assistant Buyer
Costco Wholesale Australia
2013 - 2020
Inventory Control Specialist
Costco Wholesale Australia
2012 - 2013
Floor Merchandiser (Part Time)
Costco Wholesale Australia
2011 - 2012
Enrollment Officer
Specialty Language Centre / Oxford College
2009 - 2012
Certificate IV - Accounting
TAFE NSW