Sohan Lal
Oakhurst,NSW
Summary
Dynamic Retail Buyer with a proven track record at Supermarket, adept in supplier relationship management and strategic negotiation. Excelled in boosting sales through innovative trend analysis and vendor partnerships, enhancing product range and profitability. Skilled in teamwork and problem-solving, successfully led cross-functional teams to streamline purchasing processes and optimize inventory control. Achieved significant improvements in customer engagement and sales metrics.
Experienced with product selection, vendor negotiation, and inventory management. Utilizes market analysis to identify trends and optimize purchasing decisions. Knowledge of maintaining profitable product assortments and fostering strong supplier relationships.
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Retail Buyer
Supermarket
03.2011 - Current
- Traveled to store locations to review product mix, obtain feedback and share information.
- Identified new market trends, proactively adjusting buying strategies to stay competitive.
- Established strategic partnerships with key vendors, securing exclusive deals on trending products.
- Reduced out-of-stock instances by implementing a more accurate demand forecasting system.
- Optimized product mix through data-driven decision-making processes and regular performance reviews.
- Streamlined the purchasing process, reducing lead times for high-demand products.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, ensuring smooth merchandise flow from vendors to the sales floor.
- Organized promotional events that led to higher customer engagement and enhanced brand awareness.
- Improved overall company profitability by identifying underperforming items and reallocating resources accordingly.
- Managed budgets effectively, achieving optimal product margins while maintaining quality standards.
- Increased sales by building strong relationships with suppliers and negotiating better pricing.
- Assessed competitor offerings regularly, ensuring our product range remained relevant and attractive to customers.
- Communicated with suppliers to negotiate best pricing on apparel and accessories.
- Researched and identified new suppliers and vendors.
- Monitored and analyzed sales records, trends, or economic conditions to anticipate consumer buying patterns.
- Developed and managed budgets for purchasing and projected purchasing needs.
- Sourced new vendors in effort to boost range of products offered in store locations while reducing costs through strategic contract negotiations.
- Studied and monitored market trends to identify potential suppliers.
- Reviewed each store location's buying trends to ascertain correct assortment of apparel for maximum sales and profits.
- Provided clerks with information to print on price tags such as price, mark-ups or mark-downs or style number.
Education
High School Diploma -
Uniworld High School
Sydney, NSW12-2009
Skills
- Supplier relationship management
- Strategic negotiation
- Data-driven decision making
- Budget planning
- Competitive analysis
- Promotional planning
- Category management
- Demand planning
- Consumer behavior analysis
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Ordering and purchasing
- Problem-solving abilities
- Active listening
- Product knowledge
- Goal setting
- Staff training
- Inventory control
- Staff supervision
- Vendor negotiation
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Retail Buyer
Supermarket
03.2011 - Current
High School Diploma -
Uniworld High School
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