Jo Fairbrother
Brisbane,QLD
Summary
I’ve worked as a Purchasing Officer for most of my working years, but I’d love something different. Creating purchase orders, following up with suppliers. Checking the stock when it comes in to make sure it’s in good condition. I love animals and have 2 cats and a dog.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Night Shift Filler
Coles Supermarket
10.2015 - 09.2020
- Updated computer systems with actions.
- Removed samples for testing by quality assurance personnel.
- Checked packaging materials for every delivery. Description.
- Stocked shelves, racks and cases with new or transferred merchandise.
- Kept aisles clear and clean while restocking to prevent accidents and enable others to easily pass by.
- Stocked designated items on shelves, end caps and displays.
- Transported merchandise to sales floor and replenished out-of-stock and low-stock items.
- Moved cardboard, plastic ties and other debris from unboxing to trash.
- Greeted customers and directed to requested products.
- Kept work areas neat, clean and free from debris.
- Operated equipment such as pallet jacks and hand trucks to move heavy boxes.
- Maintained tidy and clean work areas to promote optimal productivity and safety standards.
- Moved merchandise using forklifts, pallet jacks and hand trucks.
Purchasing Officer
Global Food And Wine
08.2011 - 05.2014
- Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.
- Reviewed order updates to identify best practices aligned with corporate goals.
- Negotiated policies and contracts with vendors to achieve optimal pricing and consistent availability.
- Managed vendor purchase order dispatch, delivery, and invoicing to set contractual guidelines and maintain budgetary regulations.
Education
Bachelor Of Economics - Economics
University of Queensland
Brisbane, QLDSkills
- Time Management
- Critical Thinking
- Reading Comprehension
- Sampling Protocols
- Basic Mathematical Abilities
- Active Listening
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Final Packaging Inspection
- Warehouse Safety Compliance
- Microsoft Excel
Timeline
Night Shift Filler
Coles Supermarket
10.2015 - 09.2020
Purchasing Officer
Global Food And Wine
08.2011 - 05.2014
Bachelor Of Economics - Economics
University of Queensland
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