Experienced in managing merchandising operations, overseeing inventory levels, and ensuring compliance with purchasing strategies. Demonstrated ability to analyze market trends and implement effective purchasing practices while maintaining accurate records of transactions. Proficient in supervising staff and coordinating daily activities to ensure optimal store performance and product visibility. Successfully managed the layout of goods to enhance sales opportunities and minimize stock discrepancies.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Manager
MS Foodcity Supermarket Ltd
Debe
06.2008 - Current
Prepared periodic reports on purchasing activities, budget expenditures, inventory levels and supply shortages.
Analyzed market trends to determine appropriate purchasing strategies.
Maintained accurate records of purchases including invoices, price lists, product codes and descriptions.
Manage cashier's, to ensure all item are cashed properly and draws are balanced in correct order and find issues (if any) in a timely manner.
Manage supermarket floor and warehouse - lay out of goods to ensure proper visibility for sale and rotation.
Over look staff members and supervisors - check on each department to ensure their daily jobs are fulfilled and duties are carried out as planned.
Make rusta for the entire store ensuring that each day are properly staffed and not understaffed.
Ensure all goods are received in a timely manner and in good condition (good expirery dates, no damaged items etc.)
Ensuring someone is responsible for opening and closing the store on time everyday.