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Nadia Taimla
Retail Manager
Kings Langley,NSW
Summary
Dynamic, intuitive and results-driven professional with over 15 years of experience in retail management, customer service, account management, and business development. Proven success in leading high performing teams, improving operational efficiency, and driving sales growth across retail, finance, and e-commerce sectors.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Retail & Cafe Manager (Contract)
The Kitchenary
04.2025 - 10.2025
- Achieved 55% increase in sales within 3 months and again for the following 3 months
- Increased organic social media following by 200%
- Introduced zero-waste policy and minimised wastage
- Directed daily operations of the retail and café environment, enhancing customer experience and team efficiency.
- Developed and implemented staff training programs, resulting in improved service quality and employee performance.
- Managed inventory levels through effective stock control systems
- Oversaw scheduling and labor management, aligning staffing needs with peak business hours to maximise operational efficiency.
Fleet Acquisitions (Purchasing) Representative
Toyota Finance Australia
06.2023 - 04.2024
- Handled fleet operations, vehicle purchasing, and settlements
Sales Support Coordinator - Eastern Region
Toyota Finance Australia
04.2021 - 06.2023
- Sales support, pricing analysis, and coordination
- Skills: Data Analysis, Reporting, Events, Purchasing, Admin
Business Support Specialist (Contract)
DLL
05.2020 - 04.2021
- Managed loan origination, commercial credit, account management, and settlements
- Skills: Commercial credit, Asset Finance, Account Management (JCB, Toro, Club Car)
Kitchen Supplies Manager
EatFirst
09.2019 - 04.2020
- Managed onboarding, supplier relations, and warehouse delivery coordination
- Reason for leaving: COVID-related redundancy, was asked to come back shortly after
- Skills: Inventory management, Supplier relationship management, Pantry management
Recruitment Consultant and other Various Roles
Self-Employed | Temp
01.2018 - 09.2019
- Skills: Recruiting, Business Development, Account Management, Brand Ambassador
Retail Partnership Specialist (Contract)
eBay
07.2016 - 12.2016
- Managed SMB sales and e-commerce integrations
- Skills: Account Management, Sales, Category Management
Store Manager / Part Owner / Barista
Cookie Man Australia Pty. Ltd.
11.2004 - 07.2016
- Operated multiple retail outlets across Sydney as part of my family’s business
- Skills: Management, Retail, FMCG, Sales & Promotions
Business Development Associate – Adviser Services
CommSec Adviser Services
02.2014 - 06.2016
- Support for the NSW Distribution team for Financial Advisers
- Skills: Stockbroking, Financial Planning, Events, Marketing, Admin
Relationship Manager (Corporate Cards)
American Express
07.2010 - 01.2013
- Relationship management for the BHP account in Australia
- Skills: Account Management, Client Services, Reporting, Accounts Receivable
Sales Assistant
Dick Smith Electronics (part of Woolworths Group)
01.2008 - 01.2010
Education
Excel Data Analytics & Handling, Implementing Innovation & Continuous Improvement
Australian Institute of Management
RG146 Certification - Managed Securities & Investments
Kaplan
Sydney01-2016
Digital Marketing Intensive
General Assembly
Bachelor of Science - Food & Nutrition / Marketing
University of Western Sydney
Sydney, NSWSkills
Customer Experience
Interests
Timeline
Retail & Cafe Manager (Contract)
The Kitchenary
04.2025 - 10.2025
Fleet Acquisitions (Purchasing) Representative
Toyota Finance Australia
06.2023 - 04.2024
Sales Support Coordinator - Eastern Region
Toyota Finance Australia
04.2021 - 06.2023
Business Support Specialist (Contract)
DLL
05.2020 - 04.2021
Kitchen Supplies Manager
EatFirst
09.2019 - 04.2020
Recruitment Consultant and other Various Roles
Self-Employed | Temp
01.2018 - 09.2019
Retail Partnership Specialist (Contract)
eBay
07.2016 - 12.2016
Business Development Associate – Adviser Services
CommSec Adviser Services
02.2014 - 06.2016
Relationship Manager (Corporate Cards)
American Express
07.2010 - 01.2013
Sales Assistant
Dick Smith Electronics (part of Woolworths Group)
01.2008 - 01.2010
Store Manager / Part Owner / Barista
Cookie Man Australia Pty. Ltd.
11.2004 - 07.2016
Digital Marketing Intensive
General Assembly
Excel Data Analytics & Handling, Implementing Innovation & Continuous Improvement
Australian Institute of Management
RG146 Certification - Managed Securities & Investments
Kaplan
Bachelor of Science - Food & Nutrition / Marketing
University of Western Sydney