KRIS BURMAN
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
Motivated professional and Analytical Merchandise Planner with 10+ years of experience planning, problem-solving and predicting trends. Collaborative, calm approach and efficient decision-making led to high-quality outcomes. Maximized inventory and minimized risk for retail partners. Adept with data analysis and application.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Demand and Replenishment Project
Bunnings National Support Centre
01.2021 - Current
- Enhanced project efficiency by developing and implementing effective planning strategies.
- Streamlined workflow processes for improved team productivity and project outcomes.
- Achieved on-time completion of projects with diligent scheduling and resource management.
- Optimized inventory control, reducing waste and improving cost efficiency.
- Identified potential risks, implementing mitigation plans to minimize impact on project timelines.
- Developed working processes to align with new ways of working and system being developed
Merchandise Planner
Bunnings National Support Centre
09.2019 - 01.2021
- Monitor sales, identify customer trends, forecast customer demand, work with stakeholders to manage purchase plan.
- Contributed to cross-functional teams for successful product launches and promotions.
- Reviewed each store location's trends to ascertain correct assortment of Merchandise for maximum sales and profits.
- Participated in open-to-buy meetings, presenting data-driven recommendations for assortment planning decisions.
- Prepared and analyzed reports to track inventory, manage budgets and Return on Investment.
Demand and Supply Planner
Bunnings National Support Centre
02.2014 - 09.2019
- Determining Inventory Strategies with internal stakeholders and placing orders to the strategies to meet consumer demand.
- Streamlined warehouse operations by identifying areas for improvement and implementing best practices in inventory management.
- Reduced inventory levels and improved supply chain visibility using strategic initiatives.
- Implemented inventory-management strategies to maximize availability and decrease waste.
- Conducted regular reviews of safety stock levels, adjusting as needed based on sales trends and seasonality factors.
Supply Chain Analyst
Bunnings National Support Centre
06.2013 - 02.2014
- Managing collating and creating various reports across various levels of supply chain for use by different stakeholders within the business.
- Optimized supply chain processes by implementing data-driven analysis and forecasting methods.
Supply Chain Analyst
Travis Perkins PLC
12.2010 - 06.2012
Trading Stock Controller
Wm Morrison’s PLC
08.2008 - 12.2010
Education
Strategic Retailing and Management Program -
William & Mary's Raymond A. Mason School of Business
05.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Business Studies
Leeds Business School, Leeds Metropolitan University
Leeds, Yorkshire, United Kingdom06.2007
Skills
- Product Lifecycle Management
- Requirements Gathering
- Stakeholder Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Stakeholder Alignment
- Competitive Analysis
- Remote Work
- Prioritization and Execution
- Business Analysis
- Software Development
System Skills
- Word (Advanced)
- Excel (Advanced)
- Demand Solutions and Blue Yonder Planning Systems
- COGNOS
- TM1
References
- Petta Wright, Stock Flow & Planning Manager, 0407 744 100
- Orson Koay, Commercial Manager, 0421 762 278
- Hannah Stanton, Demand Planning Manager, 0411 422 884
Cycling and Golf
Enjoy spending time outside enjoying the scenery in both hobbies. I enjoy the company of cycling with friends at the weekend and also commute to work on my bike. Currently training to do a 220km ride around the bay in October.
I also enjoy playing Golf with friends and travelling around the world to watch tournaments and combine with playing some beautiful courses.
Timeline
Demand and Replenishment Project
Bunnings National Support Centre
01.2021 - Current
Merchandise Planner
Bunnings National Support Centre
09.2019 - 01.2021
Demand and Supply Planner
Bunnings National Support Centre
02.2014 - 09.2019
Supply Chain Analyst
Bunnings National Support Centre
06.2013 - 02.2014
Supply Chain Analyst
Travis Perkins PLC
12.2010 - 06.2012
Trading Stock Controller
Wm Morrison’s PLC
08.2008 - 12.2010
Strategic Retailing and Management Program -
William & Mary's Raymond A. Mason School of Business
Bachelor of Arts - Business Studies
Leeds Business School, Leeds Metropolitan University
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