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FAWZIA SABAWI

Berwick,VIC

Summary

Results-driven inventory and supply chain professional with expertise in managing end-to-end replenishment and stock planning across e-commerce, retail, and wholesale channels. Skilled in collaborating cross-functionally with teams to monitor stock movements, optimize inventory levels, and ensure timely product availability. Proficient in NetSuite for SKU management, purchase order tracking, and facilitating new product launches. Strong background in stock redistribution, aligning deliveries with production schedules, and supporting efficient supply chain processes. Proven ability to improve store replenishment, drive inventory accuracy, and contribute to merchandising and planning strategies.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Purchasing Officer

frank green
Dandenong South, Victoria
12.2024 - Current
  • Managed the end-to-end replenishment process for finished goods and components, ensuring optimal stock levels across e-commerce, retail, and wholesale channels.
  • Supported monthly financial close by coordinating timely sales order reconciliations and item fulfillment in NetSuite, maintaining accuracy in revenue recognition.
  • Monitored inbound and outbound stock movements globally, working cross-functionally with operations, 3PLs, and logistics teams to meet critical deadlines.
  • Partnered with supply and demand planners to analyze sell-through, identify slow movers, and assist in proactive stock redistribution strategies.
  • Created and maintained product and SKU master data within NetSuite, supporting new launches and business continuity.
  • Issued and tracked purchase orders for global packaging, components, and finished goods; aligned delivery schedules with supplier lead times, and production plans.
  • Oversaw global inbound shipments, ensuring timely receipting of inventory into the system, and communicated shipment statuses and delays across departments.
  • Facilitated new product launches by managing sample procurement, tracking production readiness against timelines, and coordinating forecasting deadlines across departments.
  • Liaised with the retail team to maintain store stock accuracy via regular cycle counts, reconciliations, and replenishment orders, contributing to optimal in-store availability.
  • Monitored retail POS system issues, and collaborated with Retail, IT, and eComm teams to resolve discrepancies and improve front-line accuracy and training.

Retail Manager

Chemist Warehouse
02.2020 - Current
  • Implemented daily operating procedures to keep store clean, adequately stocked, and well-organized.
  • Controlled store inventory and reviewed cash handling and operations reports.
  • Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems, and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.
  • Trained and developed new employees for ease of transition into team.
  • Completed daily paperwork and computer entry of sales data as established by management.
  • Coached employees and trained on methods for handling various aspects of sales, complicated issues, and difficult customers.
  • Exceeded sales goals and accomplished business objectives by inspiring staff and promoting target products.
  • Strengthened merchandising and promotional strategies to drive customer engagement and boost sales.
  • Created employee schedules to align coverage with forecasted demands.
  • Entered invoice data into company's invoicing system to enable proper tracking and record keeping.
  • Transmitted and monitored orders and tracked category budgets to meet deadlines.
  • Click and Collect online management for over 30+ orders daily.
  • Liaising with Delivery partners to ensure customer orders are being delivered on schedule.

2IC Manager

Chemist Warehouse
02.2018 - 02.2020
  • Effectively allocated tasks during high-traffic times to keep operations running smoothly and employees focused.
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Maximised performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Primarily managed night shift and weekend crews ensuring all tasks were completed to ensure smooth daily opening operations.
  • Processed orders on a week to week basis to ensure stock levels were adequate for weekend trade.

Pharmacy Assistant

Chemist Warehouse
06.2014 - 01.2018
  • Greeted customers and responded to questions with friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Kept pharmacy counter and related areas clean, neat and organized.
  • Received incoming supplies and stocked in correct locations.
  • Answered telephones and provided information about order status, store hours and pharmacy procedures.
  • Merchandised over-the-counter goods and rotated stock.
  • Used POS system to process sales, returns, online orders, and gift card activations.

Education

VCE -

Gleneagles Secondary College
Melbourne, VIC
12.2016

Skills

  • Inventory management and analysis
  • Process optimization
  • Purchase order processing
  • Product launch support
  • SKU master data management
  • Supply chain coordination
  • Stock redistribution
  • Cross-functional collaboration

Timeline

Purchasing Officer

frank green
12.2024 - Current

Retail Manager

Chemist Warehouse
02.2020 - Current

2IC Manager

Chemist Warehouse
02.2018 - 02.2020

Pharmacy Assistant

Chemist Warehouse
06.2014 - 01.2018

VCE -

Gleneagles Secondary College
FAWZIA SABAWI