Kieran Rogers

• Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
• Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
• Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
• Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
• Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
• Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Implemented innovative solutions to solve complex problems, resulting in increased productivity and streamlined operations.
• Secured key partnerships that contributed to the company''s overall growth strategy and market reach.

• Collaborated with finance teams to manage currency exchange rate fluctuations and mitigate potential impacts on company profitability.
• Enhanced supplier relationships by negotiating favorable terms and conditions for import purchases.
• Identified alternative sources for critical raw materials during periods of supply disruption or shortage, minimizing production delays or downtime.
• Coordinated with customs brokers to facilitate the efficient clearance of imported goods through customs procedures.
• Here I looked after the below categories:
  * Car accessories-
  Developed a new own brand Car range of products.
  * Electronics-
  Here I worked closely with Far east suppliers and sought the correct approvals and products to develop a new range of electronics with everything from Bluetooth headphones to speakers.
  * Gadgets-
  Leading up to xmas I ordered some gadgets for sale during that period and forecasted orders.
  * phone accessories-
  here I took on some phone accessories from local and Far east suppliers to develop a comprehensive range of best sellers at the very best prices.
  * Lighting-
  Here I took on a new task of developing the light bulb range of products and introducing a new OEM brand for both LED and Halogen light bulbs and broaden the range we carried. I designed a new layout for the range and forecasted container orders.
  * Batteries-
  I took the task to negotiate better deals and a new range of batteries with the battery suppliers and was able to cut the sku count and roll out a layout approach in all stores moving forward.
  * DIY-
  Here after a lot of research and negotiations with Far east suppliers where we chose the best products and developed a range of OEM DIY products to cater for all the essential lines and become a destination.
  * Cables-
  I developed a range of OEM cables based on my previous knowledge in the industry and created a very tight essential range of cables for sale in store.
  * One off deals-
  I also bought one off lines from local and Far east suppliers.
• Conducted market research to stay informed about global trends, emerging markets, and potential new suppliers.

Here I was able to spend time with different Stores and learn how the shops operate on a day to day basis. I sat the intensive Area/Store Managers course which I enjoyed and it gave me a great understanding of the operation in stores opposed to head office.
Here i spent time helping to manage different stores and learning what makes the stores life easier and harder on a daily basis. I was able to learn the fundamentals of TJM business.

* Cashing up
* Day to day running
* Opening and closing
* Rosters/ Rotars
* Merchandising techniques unique to TJM
* Display methods
* Handling wastage/ damages and any other issues faced
* Dealing day to day with customers
* Running a team of staff

• Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
• Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
• Reduced procurement costs through strategic sourcing, competitive bidding, and effective negotiations.
• Developed strong relationships with suppliers to secure favorable pricing terms and conditions for the company''s benefit.
• I worked as a buyer for 4 months where I was buying for the Nutrition Category. Here we developed a new range of OEM protein shakes, protein bars and supplements. I also looked after the Electronics and Car accessories ranges and developed a new import OEM range in the category.
  
  * Here I worked closely with foreign suppliers.
  * Worked with Design to create a new brand
  * Bought products off local suppliers including one off lines
  * Established a network for all categories

• Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
• Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
• Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
• Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
• Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
• Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Increased company revenue by streamlining processes and implementing cost-saving measures.
• Boosted client satisfaction rates through exceptional relationship management and prompt resolution of issues.
• Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
• Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
• I was also a member of numerous commitees and consitantly ran at high add ons across the business nationally.

• Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
• Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
• Implemented innovative solutions to solve complex problems, resulting in increased productivity and streamlined operations.
• Here I was selected to be on the Cooking committee as well as the ambassador for product care.
• Optimized staff performance by designing comprehensive training programs tailored to individual needs.
• Proactively identified potential risks and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize negative impacts on projects or business operations.
• Leveraged professional networks and industry knowledge to strengthen client relationships.
• Increased company revenue by streamlining processes and implementing cost-saving measures.
• Evaluated employee performance objectively using established metrics, leading to fair compensation adjustments based on meritocracy principles.
• Leveraged data analytics insights for informed decision-making in critical areas such as sales forecasting, budgeting, or personnel management.

• Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
• Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
• Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
• Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
• Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
• Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Achieved remarkable turnaround of underperforming divisions through strategic leadership and restructuring.
• Optimized inventory management to minimize costs and ensure product availability.

• I opened my first business in my home town of Manly NSW which i previously worked at harvey norman balgowlah and saved enough money to open my first cafe.
• Developed strong relationships with suppliers to negotiate favorable terms and ensure a consistent supply of high-quality products.
• Maintained an organized workspace to maximize productivity while adhering to safety protocols.
• Managed all aspects of inventory control, ensuring optimal stock levels were maintained at all times.
• Streamlined business operations for increased efficiency through the implementation of new software systems.

• Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
• Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
• Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
• Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
• Grew sales and became number 1 in sales for a part timer and worked every thursday night, saturday and sunday each week with no sicks days.